Obituary for Roger Eugene Caldwell
After a long battle with multiple health issues, Roger Eugene Caldwell , 69, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at his home in Rush Springs, with loved ones by his side.
Memorial Services will be at 11:00 AM, Friday, June 3, 2022, at Callaway-Smith-Cobb Chapel in Marlow, with Rev. Terra Sisco officiating. All arrangements have been entrusted to Callaway-Smith-Cobb Funeral and Cremation Services in Marlow.
Roger was born in East Saint Louis, Illinois in 1953 to Alice and Roger W. Caldwell. He retired from the United States Postal Service after 28 years of service. In 2008, he married the love of his life, Gaye. He and Gaye enjoyed 19 wonderful years together. They enjoyed fishing with their granddaughter, attending St. Louis Cardinal baseball games, visiting family, and watching Sooner football. Roger also loved golfing and raising chickens in his free time.
Roger was a member of the Grand Masonic Lodge, Delta No. 425 in Tulsa. He was also a member of the Akdar Shrine of Tulsa and spent several years transporting children to the Shriner's Children's Hospital in Shreveport, LA. Roger had a huge heart and loved kids. He fostered dozens of children when he lived in Claremore, OK and continued to raise Ben and James Mitchell until they were adults. He and Gaye also raised their granddaughter Brianna together after retirement. Roger was so proud of all his children and grandchildren and their many accomplishments. His loving, generous spirit will be missed by so many.
Roger is survived by his wife, Gaye Caldwell of the home; granddaughter, Brianna Furry and grandson, Noah Wright both of the home; step-son, Donald Robinson of the home; son, Caleb Caldwell (Kris) of St. Louis, MO; 2 daughters, Chelsea Watson, and Ahnna Caldwell, both of Swansea, IL; foster child, James Mitchell; grandchildren Ashlyn Cross, R.J. Watson, Camden Watson, Alexis Watson, Nicholas Caldwell, Samuel Caldwell, Drew McNelly, and Lucy Caldwell; parents, Robert and Alice Eggemeyer of Belleville IL; brother, Jeff Caldwell (Susan) of Trenton, IL; sister, Sheila Williamson (Doug) of Swansea, IL; 3 step-sisters, Shirley, Sharon, and Sandy; nephews, Barry Cannaday, Brandon Cannaday (Ann), Dillon Caldwell (Kortney), Bobby Caldwell (Kayla), Corey Skiles (Alyssa), and Adam Taylor (Lisa); nieces, Shannon Etheridge (Justin) and Melissa DeCicco (Patrick); and his beloved aunt, Martha Green (Tommy); and his best friend of more than 35 years, Ralph Manning (Gale).
Roger was preceded in death by his father, Roger W. Caldwell, sister, Cheryl Paridon (Tim), brother Richard Caldwell, step-daughter, Susan Robinson, foster son, Ben Mitchell, and step-brother, Robert.
Online condolences may be made to www.CallawaySmithCobb.com
Memorial Services will be at 11:00 AM, Friday, June 3, 2022, at Callaway-Smith-Cobb Chapel in Marlow, with Rev. Terra Sisco officiating. All arrangements have been entrusted to Callaway-Smith-Cobb Funeral and Cremation Services in Marlow.
Roger was born in East Saint Louis, Illinois in 1953 to Alice and Roger W. Caldwell. He retired from the United States Postal Service after 28 years of service. In 2008, he married the love of his life, Gaye. He and Gaye enjoyed 19 wonderful years together. They enjoyed fishing with their granddaughter, attending St. Louis Cardinal baseball games, visiting family, and watching Sooner football. Roger also loved golfing and raising chickens in his free time.
Roger was a member of the Grand Masonic Lodge, Delta No. 425 in Tulsa. He was also a member of the Akdar Shrine of Tulsa and spent several years transporting children to the Shriner's Children's Hospital in Shreveport, LA. Roger had a huge heart and loved kids. He fostered dozens of children when he lived in Claremore, OK and continued to raise Ben and James Mitchell until they were adults. He and Gaye also raised their granddaughter Brianna together after retirement. Roger was so proud of all his children and grandchildren and their many accomplishments. His loving, generous spirit will be missed by so many.
Roger is survived by his wife, Gaye Caldwell of the home; granddaughter, Brianna Furry and grandson, Noah Wright both of the home; step-son, Donald Robinson of the home; son, Caleb Caldwell (Kris) of St. Louis, MO; 2 daughters, Chelsea Watson, and Ahnna Caldwell, both of Swansea, IL; foster child, James Mitchell; grandchildren Ashlyn Cross, R.J. Watson, Camden Watson, Alexis Watson, Nicholas Caldwell, Samuel Caldwell, Drew McNelly, and Lucy Caldwell; parents, Robert and Alice Eggemeyer of Belleville IL; brother, Jeff Caldwell (Susan) of Trenton, IL; sister, Sheila Williamson (Doug) of Swansea, IL; 3 step-sisters, Shirley, Sharon, and Sandy; nephews, Barry Cannaday, Brandon Cannaday (Ann), Dillon Caldwell (Kortney), Bobby Caldwell (Kayla), Corey Skiles (Alyssa), and Adam Taylor (Lisa); nieces, Shannon Etheridge (Justin) and Melissa DeCicco (Patrick); and his beloved aunt, Martha Green (Tommy); and his best friend of more than 35 years, Ralph Manning (Gale).
Roger was preceded in death by his father, Roger W. Caldwell, sister, Cheryl Paridon (Tim), brother Richard Caldwell, step-daughter, Susan Robinson, foster son, Ben Mitchell, and step-brother, Robert.
Online condolences may be made to www.CallawaySmithCobb.com