Calvo, Mary E. Saint Paul, age 51. Cherished daughter, sister, friend, colleague and "aunt" to many young people. Died June 18 after a valiant struggle following a stroke Mar. 5. Book selector, children's literature champion, and consummate public services librarian for Saint Paul Public Library. B.S. Macalester College '80, M.S. Library and Information Science St. Catherine's and Dominican U. World traveler, book-lover, supporter of the arts, avid knitter, gardener, "foodie," nature devotee, Scrabble and games enthusiast, and dedicated friend. Her intellect, thoughtfulness and whimsical creativity will be missed. Predeceased by father, Crispin and brother, Charles. Survived by mother, Georgia (Maxson), Waupaca, WI; sister, Laura, Cambria WI; brother, Alan (Moira Gill), Toronto, and nephews, Jake and Sean, Ontario, Canada; beloved aunts uncles and cousins. Private family dispersal of cremains. Memorial gathering Sunday, July 18, 2:00 pm, Macalester College Alumni House. Memorial gifts suggested to Friends of Saint Paul Public Library.

Published on June 27, 2010


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