Clarence R. Caldwell, age 84 of Kingsport passed away on Monday, October 17, 2011 at the Holston Valley Medical Center. Mr. Caldwell was a Jonesborough, Tennessee native and the son of the late Norman and Dora Jane Caldwell. He was a WWII Navy Veteran, having served on the U.S.S. Baltimore, where he was ranked as Seaman, First Class. Mr. Caldwell received the Victory Medal, Asiatic Pacific Ribbon (eight bronze stars), and the Philippine Liberation Medal (one bronze star). He loved the great outdoors, camping and fishing. Music played a large part of his life; he played in several bands, including the Bays Mountain Drifters and also played at the senior citizens center. He retired from AFG-Greenland after several years of service. Clarence enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He attended Preaching Christ Church.
Other than his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, Richard Caldwell in 1989 and one brother, J.C. “Whitey” Caldwell in 1972.
He is survived by his daughter Debbie Castle and husband Joe, sons: Danny Caldwell and wife Mary and David Caldwell and his wife Pam; Ex-wife and good friend, Ada Rhea Caldwell; grandchildren: Linda Aldman, Amy Jackson, Tabatha Parker, “Little Joe” Parker, Daniel Caldwell, Adam Caldwell, April Caldwell, Alison Caldwell, Michael Castle, Jessica Castle and Brandy Castle; Seven great grandchildren, Sister, Louella Lawson; brothers: Andrew Caldwell, Norman Caldwell, Charles Caldwell, Bobby Caldwell and Jimmy Caldwell along with several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends Thursday, October 20, 2011 from 7-9 pm at East Lawn Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 pm on Friday, October 21, 2011 in the East Lawn Funeral Home chapel with Pastors Chad Roberts and Bob Howerton officiating. Graveside services will follow in East Lawn Memorial Park. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
East Lawn Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Caldwell family. You may leave a condolence to the family at www.eastlawnkingsport.com
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