Rudy Lee Calvin Obituary, WABASH COUNTY, Ill. — Rudy Lee Calvin, 70, of Mount Carmel, was killed Monday night after being struck by a passenger vehicle while walking along Illinois Route 15 in Wabash County, according to the Wabash County Coroner’s Office.
The crash occurred at approximately 8:12 p.m. Monday on Illinois Route 15, east of East 500 Road, according to Illinois State Police. Wabash County Coroner Shaun Keepes identified Calvin as the pedestrian who died in the collision.
The Wabash County Coroner’s Office was called to the scene at approximately 8:39 p.m., where Calvin was pronounced dead. Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances that led to the pedestrian being struck.
Following the crash, Illinois Route 15 was closed while law enforcement officers and emergency crews worked at the scene and investigated the incident. The roadway remained closed for several hours before reopening at approximately 1:18 a.m. Tuesday.
No other injuries were reported in connection with the crash. An autopsy was performed Tuesday as authorities continued their investigation into Calvin’s death.
The investigation involves the Illinois State Police, Wabash County Sheriff’s Department, Belmont Fire Department and other first responders. The coroner’s report remains preliminary, and officials may release additional information as the investigation progresses.
Rudy Lee Calvin’s death marks a sudden loss for his family and the Mount Carmel community. His life and memory will remain with those who knew him, while authorities continue working to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal pedestrian crash.
The investigation remains ongoing. Condolences are extended to Calvin’s family, friends and all those who knew him as they mourn his passing and remember his life.
