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Calvin Bernard Hamrick

Passed 07/01/2026

Obituary For Calvin Bernard Hamrick

Mr. Calvin Bernard Hamrick, Esq. age 73, of Gastonia, NC, passed away on July 1, 2026 at Caro Mont Health, Gastonia. Born in New Port News, Virginia on September 14, 1952, Calvin was a pillar of strength and compassion to all who knew him. Calvin was the son of the late Charles and Virginia Norris.

The family will be receiving friends on Tuesday, July 7th through Saturday, July 11th from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM at 1605 Spangler Drive, Shelby.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 13, 2026 at Shiloh Baptist Church at 3:00 p.m. Visitation of family and friends will be from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m. Burial will be in Sunset Cemetery.

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Dr. Kris Harley planted 10 trees in memory of Calvin Bernard Hamrick . - July 20, 2026

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Cousin Calvin, 2nd Corinthians 5:8 "To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord." We know You're in heaven with Our Father and Our Grandmother: Bobby E. Walton & Bernice Hamrick Walton and what a reunion we know it was!! All Your Cousins are already feeling your absence! Twins: Ambassador Charlotte Surratt & Dr. Shermaine Surratt Gentry, Ricky Wilkins, Tiffany Wilkins, Antwann Bristol, Brandon Bristol, Resheen Walton, Regina Walton and Uncle Steve Walton. We know that God doesn't make any mistakes but we're all missing you very much and our hearts are aching. The first time we visited you at your law practice in 1995 because you found out that we were your cousins; Calvin the squeeze of love you placed around your twins cousins will live with us forever. We All Love You & Miss You Cousin Calvin, Dr. Shermaine Surratt Gentry Encouraging Words International Inc.

Dr Shermaine Surratt

My heartfelt condolences to the family of Mr. Hamrick. It was an honor to care for him over the final months of his life. I will never forget his smile through his pain. May God bless his soul!

Dr Kris Harley

My condolences to Calvin's family. Calvin was a good friend and law practice partner. I admired his skill as an attorney and the compassion exhibited when representing each client. I consider myself fortunate to have had him as my mentor.

James Finch

You was the Late Warren B Hardy and My Lawyer, as well as Our Friend ❣️ It Was a Blessing Having You In Our Family Calvin , Rest In Paradise My Friend , You Will Be Missed πŸ’œπŸ’œ

Dionna Hardy

The Alpha and the Omega . I will miss the unhurried conversations,impromptu lunches , dinners and visits. your greeting of Whatzzzzz Up". made me smile everytime . I reflect on the times we would take off to Cleveland and Rutherford Counties NC to visit the former Homesites of Our long gone Ancestors . What great times pepoered with your great sense of humor .Cousin Calvin had geniune respect and deep love for his. Family and Friends. SO THE FOLLOWING IS FOR YOU COUSIN CALVIN. We will gather on this day to Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Calvin B Hamrick Esq. Great Great Great Grandson of Starling Wilson born 1840 in Cleveland County.NC . (Starlin b.1840) was the Grandfather of Jim Hamrick the Father of Sarah Hamrick Black. Sarah. Black was Calvin's beloved .Grandmother. ( Ma Sarah ) We the surviving Great Great Grands of Starlin Wilson born 1840.send Prayers to the immediate Hamrick Families of Sarah Coleman and Charles Norris.jr. Donald Tally. Elbert Rudisell Jaunita Christian and Sarah Davis Sending Prayers to the extended Hamrick Cousins. The Families of the Late Irene Hamrick Surratt. Carrien Hamrick Smith Colqueitt and Sis Hamrick Walton. .The Late Bo Hamrick and Wade Families of Ga. Shantina Hamrick. The Bill Hamrick , The Powe. ,Ennis Families .Cousin Latoya and Donnie H.Jones .Cousin Peter and Gilbert. Baskerville.etc. Extending Prayers from of Starlin Wilson born 1840. Descsendants Minister Lucretia Wilson Moore. ( Shiloh Bapt .Shelby ),Dr Gloria Wilson. Gardenia. The Albert Wilson Famililes. The Wilson /Roberts Thamer and. Prof. Dwayne Elliiot. Tommy and Minnie Roberts Cassandra Washington Kenneth and Lorraine Gordon .Prayers extended to the Desc.of Phille Wilson Born 1838.Cleveland County (Wilson Birchette Reunion)The Sam Wilson Families that had a life long loving relationship with Calvin. Fayma Howell Avent. deceased Horace (dec) and Anita Wilson Maxwell, Earl and. Jo Ann Wilson Cornwell, James Davis and Plato Howell. and so so many Friends. "Yes!! I do think you are up there playing Golf." That being said. You are with your Beautiful son Bernard and Deborah Coleman. Aunt Lula , Ma Sarah and Ma Jenny Sleep in Peace My Cousin / Brother and My Friend . Cousin Deb Bouleware. Charlotte NC Aka Kanzada McCombs of Wilson and Related Surnames. E.Essence Co. Dallas NC and Columbia SC.

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Condolences to this wonderful family. I spent the last few months knowing you, such a great mind, great discernment, laughing and chatting with you. It was my honor knowing you.

Atia Burgess

My sincere condolences to Attorney Calvin B. Hamrick's family and friends. I met Calvin at a District Attorney's Conference in Asheville. N.C. when he was District Attorney of Gaston County and I was an Assistant District Attorney in Mecklenburg County. Calvin was one of the nicest people I have ever known in my life. He was a brilliant attorney and a wonderful colleague. RIP my friend! Attorney Norman Butler

Norman Butler

Calvin was a good friend to me back in the Commercial Building days. I was new in Gaston County and working at Legal Services. He was always gracious and willing to teach me. We got to work together some months before he won his election as Gaston County DA. A very successful attorney and politician. I always looked up to him. He will be missed.

Rachel Pickard

I am saddened by the passing of my friend and UNC classmate Calvin Hamrick. Always a gentleman, always a church goer, always kind and compassionate. Rest well, Sir! My sincere condolences to his family and friends.

Dr. Warren Carson

Our deepest sympathy to the family. May God comfort you during this time of bereavement.

Rev. John and Sherry Veasey

Sherry Grier Veasey

Aunt Lou and Calvin always kept us younger kids in line on Atlantic avenue my condolences and sympathies to the family T.L. Tijuana Mexico San Diego California. πŸŒ…

T.London and family

Sending prayers and strength in your time of grief. Mr Hamrick will be missed. I am grateful for his presence in my family's time of need. Rest in Heaven sir.

Andra Bell

Calvin was a good friend and former fellow teammate. He will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers to his family.

Douglas Kamp

Wonderful memories working with Calvin and the legal profession will miss him. Thoughts and prayers to his family.

Mark Warshawsky

Calvin was a dear friend, he was a concerned person and a wonderful businessman. He will be truly missed.

Mary Frances White

We will miss you Calvin. God bless your love ones.

James & Denice Nichols

Rest in Paradise Bro Calvin. Condolences from Steve and Ann Setzer πŸ™πŸΎ

Steve & Ann Setzer

CUZ U GOT ME WITH THIS ONE IM GOING 2 MISS YOU

Tanise

Prayers for the family. God bless. Mr Frank Adams family

Frankie Adams

My deepest sympathy to the family. Pray that God gives you strength. God Bless

Frankie Adams

Calvin was a friend and fellow classmate at UNC-Chapel Hill, Class of 1974. I will always remember him as being a "distinguished gentleman" with a genuine personality and a pleasant demeanor. I regret that we did not get a chance to re-connect after he gave me his address two years ago via phone. Rest in peace, my fellow Tar Heel, and may God grant your family and friends strength, comfort, and peace as they accept your transitioning to be with our Heavenly Father.

Charles H. Blackwell, Yanceyville, NC

Charles H. Blackwell

Calvin you will be truly missed my friend. Working with you at Gaston County court house was an honor. I will cherish our talks, your stories and laughs that we shared. I will always keep in heart when you gave me your umbrella while I was walking in the rain to my car and I still that umbrella A perfect gentleman. Forever in my heart my friend . RIH

Jaqueline Currence

Prayers and heartfelt condolences rih πŸ™ Constance Wilson Family Friends And Neighbors!!!!

Constance Wilson

Rest in peace my good friend I'll miss all of your trash talking God Bless

Berwyn Johnson

My most rememberable moment was when we joined them on a golf trip to Tennessee; Castle on the Green. The place stayed was designed like a castle on a golf course. I will always cherished those memories of that time. We had such a wonderful time together along with several couples. It was not like any other trip of relaxation. Lots of fun with a fine group of people which made it what it was.

Thank you πŸ™πŸ½ for the memories.

Bullock Stanley

My condolences to Mr. Calvin Hamrick and his family. Rest in peace πŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎ

Haywood Miller

Calvin and I played golf together on many occasions our friendship grew into a professional relationship as well He always would find time to see me even when I didn't have an appointment. Very nice man. It was a pleasure knowing you. May the peace of God be with his family and friends during this time.

Sean Gray

Calvin was a great friend, an excellent lawyer and an upstanding man. He represented my family in the courts for 20 plus years. But most of all he was a friend. Always lending a listening ear. Always giving good advice and contagious with a smile and laughter. So many memories of mirth. He will be truly missed and forever in our hearts. We were blessed to share a part of Calvin in our lives. Our deepest empathy goes out to his loved ones. Shine bright Calvin... We love you

Stacey Edwards

He was my lawyer until health failed him also we real close friends I going miss him Thanks you got lot done for me rest in peace my friend

Ronnie Foxx

We the Davis and Erwin Family send our condolences to the family . Mr. Hamrick went to Carolina with my uncle Cy Davis. My uncle spoke highly of him. Mr Hamrick spoke at his homegoing.

Patti Erwin

My Sincerely Condolences To The Family During This Difficult Time. May God Continue To Bless And Cover Each Of You πŸ™

Williedean Green

Praying for the family,he was my attorney twice,he will truly be missed,πŸ™πŸ½πŸŒΉβ€οΈ

JATANA Jackson

Calvin was a great lawyer and colleague. I am going to miss our conversations. He was always ready to listen. Job well done! Take your rest!

Regina M. Taylor

Sending condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Calvin. We were childhood friends from the same neighborhood, church, and schools. Even though we didn't see each other often, he always greeted me with a hug and a memory of our childhood, mainly singing on the children's choir at Shiloh Baptist Church. Rest well my friend.

Barbara Young Dula

Calvin was not just our Lawyer he was a great friend may God bless his family he will be greatly missed. The members of St.John Christian Holiness Church of God sends our condolences.

Bishop Dianne Brown

Peace and blessings to the family of Calvin Hamrick a friend who was always there to give a helping hand. I was employed in Gastonia as an Administrator of several Child Care Centers. We would meet for breakfast and sometimes lunch. Always there to lead and guide me through tough situations. His genuine love and concern was always appreciated. I never felt alone for he was just a phone call away. My friend you fought a good fight and now πŸ‘‘ of righteousness is laid up for you β™₯οΈπŸ™πŸ½Forever. Suzette/Roger RossπŸ‘πŸ½

Roger/Suzette Ross

To the family, we have you in our thoughts and prayers. We worked with Calvin in the Gaston County Judicial System.

Hugh and Sandy Holland

TO THE FAMILY: WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS . PLEASE KNOW THIS OUR PRAYERS AND HEARTFELT THOUGHTS ARE WITH EACH OF YOU, MAY THE LOVE OF GOD , FAMILY AND FRIENDS BE OF COMFORT TO YOU . AND ALL THE MEMORIES THAT YOU HAVE OF HIM. R.I.H. CALVIN. FROM MR&MRS MICHEAL LEE GOOLSBY, CHARLOTTE , N.C.

MR&MRS MICHEAL LEE GOOLSBY / BRENDA SHADE DABBS)

So sorry for your loss. He was a fellow UNC graduate, former Gaston County District Attorney but most of all he was my friend. Rest in the arms of Jesus πŸͺ½πŸͺ½πŸͺ½

Rev. Dr. Pearl Burris-Floyd

Im gonna miss you my friend 😒

Barbara Massey Arnold

Love you cuz you were a absolute inspiration to the family may God rest your soul good man

Jacqueline Smith love you cousin ❀️

I'll never forget you, I can remember like it was yesterday how you consoled me about 30 something years ago. As District Attorney, you were handling a major Gaston County case my son was a victim. You gave me hope for a guilty verdict. I've spoken to you some through the years, Ha, I remember you smoking those cigars. I'm proud to have called you a friend. R.I.P Calvin

Annette Collins

My condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Mr. Calvin Hamrick. Take your rest, sir.

KaDeidra Baker-Pettis

Attorney Calvin Hamrick was just a good guy. We met in college at UNC-Chapel Hill and he was later a great help to me when I served in the City Attorney's office. My sincere condolences and prayers are sent to his family now. Evelyn

Evelyn Dove-Coleman

Calvin, was a faithful christian, a great guy and always a loyal and respected friend. Calvin, Vickie Brooks Cumberlander and I integrated the 7th Grade at Shelby Junior High School in 1964. later, Calvin and I traveled with our 7th grade class for a 7 days tour of Washington, DC, New York and the World's Fair. Calvin, Vickie and I made memories that lasted us a life time. Deacon Warren C. Cabaniss -Charlotte, NC

Warren C. Cabaniss

My Sincere Condolences for your Lost. A Great Person, Sending Love, Hugs and Prayersβ€οΈπŸ™πŸ½

Doris McKissick

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.