Carlo "Chuck" Calo, age 95, of Iron mountain, passed away Sunday, November 15, 2009, at Hyland Nursing Home, Iron Mountain. He was born September 13, 1914, in Chicago, Ill., son of the late Pietro and Grace (Vitale) Calo. The family moved to Iron Mountain in 1925, where his father opened a tailor and furrier shop. Carlo graduated from Iron Mountain High School, Class of 1933. After high school, Carlo traveled throughout the Midwest performing as a drummer with vaudeville shows. In 1936, he moved to Detroit where he played both drums and trumpet for various dance bands. In the early 40's, Carlo returned to Iron Mountain to help his father in his business. In 1946, he married Kathleen Kernan of Aurora. After his father retired in 1953, Carlo worked as a salesman for various automobile dealerships in the area until his retirement. From the time he returned to Iron Mountain, Carlo continued to perform with a number of local groups, eventually forming his own dance band. Carlo joined the local musician's union and eventually became their secretary/treasurer, a post he held for 45 years. He was a member of the American Federation of Musicians for over 70 years. Carlo enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He had a positive outlook on life and a wonderful sense of humor. Carlo loved playing cards with his brothers and traveling to 35 Musician's Union conventions throughout the country. His great joy in life was playing his drums and trumpet throughout the years with dozens of musical colleagues including Fritz Spera, "Swamp" Tomassoni, Frank Corsi, Ken Rubbo, Ewald Johnson, and Richie Stanek. Chuck was especially proud of having played under the baton of John Philip Sousa and meeting many musical notables including Tommy Dorsey and Doc Sevrinson. He composed many songs and had several published. He is survived by his son, Peter Calo, Iron Mountain; two daughters, Paula Calo (husband, Jim Nieboer), Appleton, Wis., Carla (Larry) Bolek, Norway; one sister, Molly Altobelli, Iron Mountain; one brother, John (Mary) Calo, Kingsford; one grandson, Brett Bolek, Marquette; two sisters-in-law, Cleo (Kernan) Johnson, Kingsford, Dorothy (Bouffiou) Calo, Iron Mountain; many nieces and nephews. Carlo was preceded in death by his wife, Kathleen Calo, in 1978; a son, Thomas Calo, in 2007; and two brothers, Henry and Michael. You may light a candle in remembrance of Chuck or leave a condolence for his family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com The Jacobs Funeral Home, Iron Mountain, is serving the family. Visitation will be Thursday, November 19, 2009, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary and St. Joseph Catholic Church, Iron Mountain. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 11:00 a.m. at the church. Rev. Daniel Zaloga will officiate. Burial will be in Cemetery Park, Iron Mountain.