The CNMI House of Representatives paid tribute to Micronesian businessman Edward John McDonald Calvo, who passed away in California last Sept. 14.<\/p>\n
The House adopted House Resolution 14-80 to honor Calvo for his contributions to the Commonwealth and to express sympathy to the trader\u2019s family and relatives.<\/p>\n
\u201cMr. Calvo had strong ties with the CNMI,\u201d the resolution states. \u201c[He] and his business partners have been major supporters of the CNMI by making generous contributions during times of disasters and hardship, fiestas, sports and other community events.\u201d<\/p>\n
The resolution recognized Calvo\u2019s contribution through his business interests in the CNMI, which include the Bank of Saipan, Calvo\u2019s Insurance, and Pacific Trading Co.<\/p>\n
The resolution also depicted Calvo as a statesman, noting that the trader served as senator with the 14th Guam Legislature.<\/p>\n
Calvo died in Palo Alto, California at age 68. Calvo is survived by his wife Frances, children, and other relatives. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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