Randolph Caldwell

Randolph Caldwell, affectionately known as Randy, was born on August 23, 1949, to Gladys Elizabeth Bland and Harrison Caldwell. He entered eternal rest on December 3, 2025, leaving a legacy of honorable service, steadfast faith, and devotion to family.

Randolph endured the loss of his mother at a young age, an experience that shaped his resilience, independence, and character. Raised in part by extended family, he developed a strong sense of responsibility early in life. As a youth, he found inspiration in classic cowboy films, admiring the ideals of justice, courage, and protection of others—principles that would guide his personal and professional life.

Though he aspired to become a surgeon, circumstances prevented him from pursuing medical school at that time. Determined to serve the greater good, Randolph devoted his career to law enforcement, proudly serving as a Police Officer with the City of Los Angeles World Airport Police. His tenure spanned 1972 to 2003, during which he demonstrated professionalism, dedication, and integrity. In recognition of his exemplary service, he was honored by the Los Angeles International Airport Rotary Club on July 2, 1981, for his dedicated police service at LAX. He retired honorably after more than three decades of faithful service.

Randolph believed deeply in the value of hard work and took pride in the rewards it provided. In 1978, he purchased his treasured 1978 Cadillac Coupe DeVille, baby blue inside and out, which he meticulously maintained for decades. He was known for his refined sense of style, appreciation for fine dining, and collection of well-tailored suits.

On October 14, 2001, Randolph married Otira Neru, with whom he shared more than twenty-one years of a loving and devoted marriage. A committed provider and caretaker, he took great pride in maintaining his home and ensuring the well-being of his family.

Following retirement, Randolph returned to his lifelong interest in medicine by enrolling in Surgical Technology school, where he studied human anatomy and gained experience in clinical rotations within the operating room. Though health challenges prevented him from completing the program, he valued the knowledge he gained and the opportunity to fulfill a long-held aspiration. A lifelong learner, he continued to take educational courses to remain informed and engaged with evolving technology.

Randolph was a devoted father to Tracy Nichelle Caldwell, Darwin Oliver Caldwell, and D’Anza Renée Caldwell, and a proud grandfather to Darwin “DJ” Oliver Caldwell Jr., Hannah Caldwell, Olivia Caldwell, Oliver Caldwell, and Leuatea Simmons. He is also survived by his siblings, Clinton Lee Caldwell and Gary Dean Bowers.

A man of deep and abiding faith, Randolph loved the Lord and lived a life grounded in prayer, always concluding “in Jesus’ name.” He enjoyed gardening, good food, and the comfort of home. Among his many gifts were his sense of humor, his ability to encourage others through thoughtful counsel, his talent for doing hair—an inheritance from his mother—and his well-known collard greens.

Randolph instilled in his family the enduring values of integrity, diligence, preparation, faith, and perseverance. His warm smile, thoughtful guidance, and words of encouragement will be profoundly missed, yet his life and example will continue to inspire all who were blessed to know him.