Carl C Caldwell Jr.
Carl C Caldwell Jr. passed away peacefully at Lacede Groves Hospice care on Friday, May 26, 2023.
He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Margaret Asberry Caldwell, his two children Laura Caldwell Curtner of Ohio and Linda Marie Caldwell of St. Louis his 11 grandchildren Taylor, Perry, Jack, Natalie, Abby,Paige, Evan,Colb, Will, Michael, Maddie and one great grandchild.
Born on July 22, 1939 and preceded in death by his parents Carl and Myrtle (Robards) his siblings Florence Young, Dorothy Chapman, Wanda Bailey, and Norma Eastwood.
After graduating high school at O’Fallon Tech (Hadley), Carl served our country proudly in the United States Navy. In 1961 he began his career with the St. Louis City Fire Department and retired in 1993 as Battalion Chief 803. Carl spent his entire career building his retirement home at Table Rock Lake where he and his wife were able to enjoy for almost 20 years.
Carl loved tools, yard and garage sales, sailing, camping, hiking, dancing, building or tinkering with anything, and he was able to travel the world. His sense of humor was next to none, he never met a stranger, and was always willing to lend a hand. He will be missed!
You’re Tops!!
In lieu of flowers Donation can be made in his name to BackStoppers organization Alzheimer’s or hospice care.
Linda and Laura, my heart breaks with yours. Your Dad was a father figure to me. I can still hear him calling me “kid”. When I think of my childhood, so many of my fond memories involve your family. What wonderful travels we had along Hwy 44 listening to John Denver and Johnny Cash on 8 track with a stops at the St. James Winery. Thank you for my first camping experiences as the house was built on Table Rock. I treasure times in the play house he built in the back yard of 4411 Taft. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your family during our childhood years. Love to all, Jenny