Well, Ilovehockey, as I stressed before, if you are stating Mario Purposely hit the truck you are being ignorant. You can make a point, stating he should not have been speeding but to say he purposely hit the truck and caused his death and it was no accident, Is what I call ignorant. Look up ACCIDENT in the dictionary and try to COMPREHEND the word and not what you feel is right. He may not have made the right decision, but the bottom line is, it was an accident. Don't pray if your not sure what you are praying for. We do not need prayers for purpose wrong doing but a prayer going up for the lost of our loved one from an accident is more than welcome. Thank you, 2Blessed2BeStressed

First, my thoughts and prayers to the family, no one should have to go through this.

However, to the poster who suggested that this was the truck drivers fault, get real. NO ONE expects that oncoming traffic, whether car or motorcycle is going that fast. And to everyone who is out there talking what a terrible accident this was, this was no accident. Anyone, car or motorcycle who thinks that they can drive at that kind of speed on a busy city road is making a conscious decision to put not only their life, but everyone else on that road, at stake. It was reckless,thoughtless and selfish and the ones who suffer are those that are left behind, friends and family. What a tragic waste!

2Blessed2BeStressed
If you would, please extend my thoughts and prayers to the Calvin family. I worked for Mario's father, Earnest at GM for 2 years and thought alot of him. I can't imagine what you're going through and I won't even try. You can count on my prayers for you. May God bless all of you now and forever~

2blessed2besressed VERY well said. Many people on here like to pick pick pick, and that is the last thing a grieving family or his children need to see, you are right, accidents happen every minute, this is unfortunate and I am so sorry for your loss. Thanks for sounding off!

On behalf of the Calvin Family, I will like to thank everyone for their POSITIVE thoughts and prayers. My cousin was truly a blessing. He was a great father and LOVED his kids and FAMILY. Mario loved his bikes and was known for that. He was a great rider and as we know ACCIDENTS happen. I'm a witness to that. My son was hit my a 18 wheeler and he was going 60 mph and missed the stop sign. I'm sure he did not wake up that morning and say, "I'm going to hit a kid and ruin his life and my life." I'm positive Mario did not wake up that morning an say I'm leaving my kids and family. Our days are numbered and June 10 was Mario's Day. It was a accident!!! No need for bashing motorcycles. Accidents happen in cars, airplanes, trucks, motorcycles, etc. Mario, Baby, I love you and miss you dearly.

Why do u people even voice your opinions on bikes? This is about a great man, mario we dont care about what u think about rockets.If your only on here to say negitave then find somewhere else to speak cuz we are morning our friend and your opinion really dont matter... R.I.P MARIO.. little mario and makyln your always in our minds

first and foremost most of you are arguing about bikes and the dangers cant you all just express your sympathy for the family and friends and just let everything else rest right now his family is upset and grieving and all you can do is bash him he was an awesome dad his 2 kids were everything to him and there was no one in the world that could change that and his kids wont go without love and family i know its not the same but as close as its gonna get right now I JUST WANT EVERYONE TO THINK ABOUT WHAT THEY ARE SAYING ON HERE AND THE PEOPLE WHO READ IT THAT ARE GRIEVING AND HOW MUCH YOU CAN REALLY HURT SOMEONES FEELINGS AND I WILL LEAVE THIS AT MAY MARIO R.I.P. AND YOU ARE LOVED AND MISS BUT WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTON MY PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS

The point I was making was that Mario did something really stupid. His actions showed no concern about the people important in his life. Not to mention the people in the truck he hit. Had he hit the truck a couple of feet forward he probably would have killed the passenger. Even though at his speed the helmet would probably not saved his life but the fact that he even rode without one indicates he didn't care. I feel for his family, especially his little boy. National statistics show that an Afro-American male growing up in a household without a father is at a tremendous disadvantage. This poor little guy now is facing a life of great odds against him. I'm not trying to be funny but stupid as as stupid does. People need to think of their actions before acting out. Was he drag racing? I don't know. Was he going at an unacceptable speed for an adult with responsibilities? Absolutely. This whole thing is insane. How many lives were affected by senseless thrill seeking? Quite a few. I've done plenty of stupid things and I probably can't be fix from doing more. But I try not to do anything that would put my family in that kind of spot. I'm sure he'll be missed but there is one little boy in Beloit now who has no idea how his father's absence will be missed by him. For years and years.

The point is not motorcycles or safety or such. The point is the loss of a 34 year old man... a precious father, a loved husband, a beloved son, a dear nephew, a friend.
There will be time to discuss the pros and cons of motorcycles after the family has a chance to work through the grief and pain they are feeling.
My sympathy and prayers go out to Mario's wife and children, his parents, and to all who loved him.

"at one time they were not street legal..."??

When was this?? I've been riding cycles all of my life and don't recall any such time.

Prayers go out to the family and friends of Mario. My ex rode bikes with him and he was a wonderful person (Mario). I don't think anyone is trying to minimize his death by bringing up the dangers of crotch rockets. As the ex of a rider I know how reckless these guys are on bikes. Speeding, racing, doing "endos"... These bikes are wanted for their speed and are truly death traps. I've riden with my ex and have feared my life (so I stopped) as well as his. I went to at least one funeral of a biker who again was going at top speeds. As with people who drink and drive or drag race with their cars; people are not invincible and need to realize this. I am a huge advocate of getting these racing bikes off the streets (I agree, they need to be kept on a race tracks); at one time they were not street legal...this is just one example of why. If you disagree just drive on Milton Avenue on a weekend and see for your self. These guys will seek out any streets that allow them to get up to top speed and do "tricks". Again, Mario will be missed greatly and my prayers are with the family and friends.

2cents I agree with you about the speed of crochrockets. Statistics say the life expectancy for those types of bikes is 6 to 8 months. My daughter just lost a best friend 2 weeks ago driving one. She still wakes up crying so I know the family will mourn him for a long time. I know many have these bikes just for the speed, but they make tracks for that kind of driving, it shouldn't be done in an uncontroled environment like city streets.

Nanof1 writes:I know he is rejoined with Andy his real good friend whom he witnessed getting killed on his bike almost three years ago in july.
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How very sad this memory didn't stick with him every time he got on his bike. A memory that would have made him make a better decision last night and still be here today. This was such an unnecessary death. I hope you people are paying attention here. Speed and motorcycles do not mix!

First and Foremost to the family of Mario, gods prayers and comfort be with you all in this sad time,I know he is rejoined with Andy his real good friend whom he witnessed getting killed on his bike almost three years ago in july. My daughter and my soon to be son in law were very good friends of Marios and Andys, If you all as mothers out there could just imagine how I felt when my phone rang last night to hear my own daughter and son in law to bes tears, so heavily crying in pain to just find out that one of their best friends had just been killed, it was and still is very heart wrenching for them both,people need to remember that a precious life was lost last night, I met mario a few times and I know he was a real nice guy and thought the world of his kids and family! I just thank god that no one else was physically injured however I am certain that the emotional injuries of witnessing such a tragedy will take a very long time to heal. To everyone who was a part of the accident,may god be with you and also comfort you all. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!

I worked with Mario and agree he was a great guy. It's terribly sad he has left his children to be raised without him. RIP Mario

My opinion of rice burners; My son has one. Unfortunately he is old enough to buy his own without my permission. He does all those stupid dangerous moves on his bike. I hope that I never have to hear what Mario's mother had to hear; my son died because of his need for excitement. I know how fast those bikes can move and you CANNOT see them if they are coming up on you at an excess of 100 mph! I know my thoughts are unfair but from a mother's point of view I wish they would taken off the streets. But we live in a free country where grown men can risk their lives for a 'rush' that last a few seconds or minutes. Guys(gals too) think about what you could be leaving behind if not what you have now. Mario's children will only have their father's memory and pictures to live with. Not the father who loved them.

The description in this accident is the number one accident type related to motorcycle accidents, an on coming vehicle turning left in front of a motorcycle.
I understand the high speed of the motorcycle as a main factor but am not suprised about the accident type.

R.I.P Mario... I'm a good friend of Mario's even if he was going fast his life was taking many of us WILL NEVER forget him for the record Mario was a GOOD PERSON and a GOOD FRIEND to many..Lets remember him that way....

I have family who work for law enforcement in the area and this accident was due to unbelievably high speeds, and a helmet would've done NOTHING to save this man's life.

I am a Harley rider and would like to commend the folks who do notice and recognize myself and other riders on the road. I choose not to wear a helmet, and am a safe rider. So, if people in autos just use some vigilance while driving, I believe that I will ride on for years to come.

Displaced my point was to Curlysue who "claimed" you can hear bikes. Yes, most Harleys you can hear, due to loud pipes. The comment about crotch rockets was the speed they can attain while riding on them. Most will attempt fate, by high rates of speed, Mario being one of them. Most crotch rockets you do not hear until they are already past you! I agree there is stupidity on all types of motorcycles but usually it's the younger crowd on these types of bikes.
Drive down Milton Avenue on a weekend and see for yourself.
It is sad that this man lost his life. Very rarely does a motorcyclist win when it's versus a moving vehicle.

GAZETTE! please make sure to update with time and place of visitation and funeral arrangements.

Thank you!

2Cents...i believe Mario has 3 children now, not 2. That is what I was told anyways.

oh, this is terrible! I am so sorry about your loss.

first and foremost RIP Mario and condolences to family and friends..

second please dont make this in a debate about crotch rockets.... you said you ride on the back of a harley but failed to mention all the people on harleys that drink and drive with about 95% not wearing helmets. it dosnt matter what kind of bike it was or is when your on a bike you feel free and with that feeling of freedom you also feel invinicible its the way you control that invincibility feeling that makes you a good rider.

displaceedworker- avid supporter of ALL motorcyclist.

Sorry CurlySue I am a backseat passenger and I ride on the back of a Harley. Yes, usually you can hear their pipes. I am referring to the type of bike Mario was driving. I have witnessed countless people on crotch rockets that zoom past me at a high rate of speed, weaving in and out of traffic. Most have on shorts, tank tops, no helmet and think they are invincible! I have also seen them doing wheelies down Milton Ave on these types of bikes.
As a bike rider, I am even more cautious of motorcycles, when driving in my car. Mostly, because I know what it's like. Drivers do NOT see you and they give you less room when changing lanes than if you were in a car.
So I will keep on driving for another 35 years and keep watching for motorcycles. Glad you are concerned about my driving. I appreciate that! (sarcasm)

I went to school with Mario. Eventhough it's been 15 years since I've talked to him, I'll miss him dearly. He was an amazing character. Strange things happen to people. I wish Mario would have realized that before he went on his little excursion. I agree with the prior entries. Mario was not invincible, but really stupid on what he did. I wish he would have thought about everyone in his life before he made his manuevers on the road.
Once again, I'll miss you.

This was a horrific accident. Mario was a good friend of mine, and I'm so sad that he is gone. My prayers go out to his children and his family. Hopefully a lesson will be learned.

2cents - motorcycles are anything but invisible, IF YOU LOOK you will see as well as HEAR them. If YOU can't SEE them maybe YOU shouldn't be driving My prayers to the family, my husband worked with him, said he was a really nice guy!

Another senseless death that could have been avoided. When will people who ride motorcycles realize they are invisible and NOT invincible. Now this man has left behind 2 children because of his actions. I feel terrible for the person who was following behind him and witnessed this. I am sure it is something he will never forget! Had he also been speeding, two lives could have been taken. How sad!

Mario was a good friend of my husband, just want to let the family know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Mario was a great person.