Calvin Mayfield Obituary

Mayfield, Calvin W. made his transition on July 26, 2010. Calvin was preceded in death by his parents Calvin and Almeta Mayfield of Baldwin, MI, and his sister Sandra Gough of Gary, IN. He leaves to cherish his memories, daughter Lakeisha Mayfield Waugh (Stephen) of La Crescenta, CA, and son Wesley Mayfield of Chicago, IL; brothers Walter Mayfield of Gary, IN, Curtis Mayfield of Buffalo Grove, IL, Daniel Mayfield Sr. (Andrea) of Zion, IL; Judith Mayfield of Baldwin, MI; Celeste Oglesby (Garth) of Zion, IL; Patrice Perry of Rosemont, IL. granddaughter Violet; goddaughters Myla and Darnetta Colemon. He also leaves his close friend Terri Jefferson as well as a host of other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Calvin was born August 9, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois, to Calvin and Almeta Mayfield. Calvin was educated in the Chicago public school system, and subsequently he earned his Associates degree from Malcom X College. He pursued a career as a respiratory therapist with Columbus and St. Joseph's Hospitals. He retired in 2008 after 33 years of honorable service. Calvin loved music and was a talented drummer who performed at many local clubs including The Black Ensemble and Rosa's. He loved playing drums at church, participating in jam sessions and attending shows at Ravinia. Calvin led an active life which included completing triathlons, skiing, swimming, bicycling and riding his motorcycle. He accepted Christ at Ambassador's for Jesus Christ Ministry and became a member under the pastorate of Reverend Cynthia Greer on October 09, 2008. Friends may celebrate Calvin's home-going on Friday, July 30, 2010. Visitation will begin at 6:00 p.m. at Gatlings Funeral Home 10133 S. Halsted Chicago, IL.