Richard Calvin Cline 52, died Tuesday October 19, 2010 in Arizona. Born September 16, 1958, he was the son of Catherine Hallman Cline of Vale and the late Richard Carpenter Cline. Following high school Calvin began working in Construction. He later decided to change his profession to a truck driver. Over the years he worked for Saine & Heavner, Piedmont Express and was presently employed by Houser Transport in Vale. For recreation he enjoyed playing golf with his buddies, watching TV and resting. His wife, Tina Kovar Cline of the home; a step-son, Dusty Kovar of Vale, a sister, Lealta Smith of Maiden; a brother, Robert Cline of Vale survive him. A niece, Christina Cline Hill preceded him in death. The funeral will be 3:00 p.m. Sunday, November 7, 2010 at Messiah United Methodist Church with Pastor Bill Draughn officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the ceremony. Memorials may be made to Messiah United Methodist Church, 4102 W. Hwy 27, Lincolnton NC 28092. Condolence messages may be sent to www.jenkinsfuneralhome.net. The Cline family has entrusted arrangements to Jenkins Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Newton.