David E. Calcia

PRINCETON/GARDNER – David E. Calcia, 67 of Central Street, Gardner, died unexpectedly on Monday, August 17, 2009.

He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Jeanne A. (Varney) Calcia; 5 children, Marc D. Calcia of Sorrento, ME, Laura J. Williams, Kimberley L. Reding, Robyn A. Mullins all of Princeton, and James C. Calcia of Gardner; his mother, Ruth A. (Thomas) Calcia and a sister, Peggy Charette both of Holden; 22 grandchildren and 2 great-granddaughters. He was born in Clinton, the son of the late Ernest A. Calcia and lived most of his life in Princeton before moving to Gardner 6 years ago.

David graduated from Wachusett Regional High School and attended Worcester Art Museum School. For 28 years he owned and operated a disposal company, D.E. Calcia Carting Co. in Princeton. He was an accomplished artist and sold his folk-art throughout the country.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a calling hour from 1 to 2 p.m. on Friday, August 21st followed by a funeral service at 2 p.m. in the Miles-Sterling Funeral Home, 100 Worcester Road (Rte. 12), Sterling. Burial will follow in Hillside Cemetery, Sterling. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Princeton Hearts for Heat Trust Fund, Town of Princeton, c/o Bonnie Schmohl, 6 Town Hall Drive, Princeton, MA 01541.

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