Noah Calton “Cal” DeBord, 85 , of South Charleston, WV, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 3, 2021, after an illness at CAMC – Memorial Division.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Arthur & Marie Griffith DeBord and six brothers, Rondal, Jim, Bryce, Arthur Lee, Paul, and Sammy DeBord and sister Mary Frances Burdette.
He was retired with 31 years in construction from Union Carbide (where he was known as ‘Ol Big Heart Cal), and was a member of Alum Creek Independent Missionary Baptist Church, Alum Creek.
Cal is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Phyllis, children, Connie (Charlie) Boardman, Marsha (Tom) Raker, and Brad (Denia) DeBord, six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
The family would like to thank the staff of Amedysis Home Health and CAMC CPICU for the wonderful care given to our dad.
Due to COVID -19 there will be a private family service. There will be a celebration of Cal’s life announced at a later date. Entombment will be at Graceland Memorial Park Mausoleum, South Charleston, WV.
Phyllis & family, So sorry for your loss. FIrst thing I thought of when I received the news of Cal’s passing yesterday was how much my Mom thought of him. I do recall what a fun person Cal was to be around when I was a kid. I am Fay’s (DeBord/Bell) daughter. Have fond memories of times spent at Papaw DeBord’s and going back and forth to Uncle Charlie & Aunt Marie’s house. May God be with each of you
Lynda Bell Clark
We are truly sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Please accept our sincerest condolences and may our prayers help comfort you.
Very sad, Paula and I send our love to the family. Aunt Phyllis, Connie, Marsha, and Brad and all the grandchildren, you are in our prayers.
Phyllis, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss of Cal; may God hold you extra close and let you feel His presence. I remember you and Cal ( your children were small) when you lived below Uncle Charlie and Aunt Marie. Cal was a real character; God gave him a cheerful loving heart. BTW, I am Freda’s daughter. Much love to you and your family.
We are so sorry about Cal. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family
CAL YOU WERE A GOOD MAN WITH A BIG PERSONALITY! REST IN PEACE FRIEND!
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family and your hearts’ peace.
Phyllis I’m so sorry to learn of Cal’s passing, have thought of you both so often for the past few months. Prayers lifted to cover you and the family as you go through this valley.
We hold many fond memories of Cal and family of when we were neighbors. He always had a wide smile and a wild tale. We send our condolences and prayers for comfort and strength.
The world lost a good man. He was a great neighbor and friend. Prayers for Phyllis and the family. Rest easy my friend.
My family will miss uncle Cal very much. From my earliest memories as a child it was always a treat to be near uncle Cal and listen to his stories. He always filled the room with joy and laughter. I know he had a great time reuniting with my dad and the rest of his family in heaven today.
Phyllis I am really sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.