Palmer S. Calhoun

Palmer S. Calhoun, 87, of Everett, PA; passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2017 at Donahoe Manor, Bedford, PA.  He was born on August 29, 1929 in Everett, Pennsylvania; a son of the late Edward and Carrie (Bowen) Calhoun. 

He is survived by children Tim Calhoun married to Amy (Baughman), Kingston Springs, TN; Lorie Spangler DeCorte, Delray, FL; Angela Fields, Fort Lauderdale, FL; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by siblings: Randolph Calhoun and Olive Adams.

Palmer was a member of the Mt. Union Christian Church, Mench, PA.

At 17 Palmer became a Merchant Marine sailor and sailed much of the world. Years later he returned home to Everett where he started his family and began a long career in trucking. 

He was a member of the Teamsters Local Union No. 453

Palmer enjoyed antiques, classic/antique cars and hunting.

Family and Friends may call at the Akers Funeral Home, Inc., 299 Raystown Road, Everett on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 from 6-8 P.M. and on Thursday from 10:00 A.M. until the hour of service at the funeral home.

Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, June 1, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. at the Akers Funeral Chapel with Pastor Cindy Milburn officiating.

Burial will be held at Mt. Union Cemetery.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.akersfuneralhome.com

If friends so desire memorial contributions may be made in memory of Mr. Calhoun to Mount Union Christian Church.

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