OBITUARY
William "Bill" Franklin Caddell Jr.
May 20, 1931 – February 25, 2013
William “Bill” Franklin Caddell, Jr. of Raleigh, lost his courageous battle with lung cancer on Monday, February 25, 2013 at Rex Hospital.
Bill was born in Moore County, NC in 1931. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Caddell, Sr. Bill attended North Carolina State University graduating in 1953. After graduating he went into the United States Army until he returned to Raleigh to begin his career with the North Carolina Department of Transportation. He retired with 30 years of service. While working, he received many commendations: one of which was The Long Leaf Pine awarded to him by Governor Hunt upon his retirement from the DOT in 1983.
Bill enjoyed lots of time with the Boy Scouts. He led an Explorer troop to Philmont, NM and later joined his grandson’s troop on many occasions. He was involved in The Capital City Civitan Club where he was the President from 1968 – 1969, and awarded Civitan of the Year in 1965 – 1966.
“Pop-Pop” as he was lovingly called, was the proud grandfather of Edward “Ward” P. Currin and Ashleigh “Trent” Currin and most recently his great-granddaughter Madden Anne Currin. Being a grandparent was the biggest joy of his life and they are very grateful for that!
Bill is survived by his wife of 59 years, Ann Marie Trent Caddell, children William Franklin Caddell, III (Katie) and Anne Trent Caddell Currin (Ed), Grandchildren: Ward Currin (Tucker), Trent Currin (Ben), Great-Granddaughter : Madden Anne Currin, sister Flo Hollister, brother Jim (Nancy) Caddell, many nieces and nephews that he loved along with many cherished friends. He was preceded in death by his son, Earl McDonald Caddell.
The funeral service will be held on Thursday, February 28, 2013 at 2:30pm at Mitchell Funeral Home, 7209 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh, NC. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, from 1:30pm to 2:30pm. Officiating by Rev. Mac Schafer. The burial to follow at Raleigh Memorial Park. The family wants to thank all the doctors and nurses of the Cancer Center of North Carolina and the oncology floor at Rex Hospital that cared for our Dad/Pop-Pop especially Dr. Agrawal and Dr. Yoffe.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be given to the American Cancer Society, 8300 Health Park # 10, Raleigh, NC 27615 or Hudson Memorial Presbyterian Church, 4921 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC 27609. Online condolences can be made at www.MitchellatRMP.com.
Services
- Visitation Thursday, February 28, 2013
- Funeral Service Thursday, February 28, 2013
REMEMBERING
William "Bill" Franklin Caddell Jr.
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RECEIVE UPDATESTrent Currin
May 20, 2013
Pop-Pop--It's your first birthday in heaven and I Miss you so very much. You taught me so much and I will forever be grateful for your guidance and love. I will see you again one day---I love you very much!!
March 5, 2013
Dear Family, I am so sorry I am just getting this link and I am even more sorry that I was unable to attend the funeral. He was a wonderful man and I really wanted to pay my respects to him and to give you my condolences personally. Though I know you all are so strong and support each other well, I am still praying for you all to gain more strength and peace. Love you all. Connie Permar, Taylors, SC
Cathy (Woodcock) Shell
February 28, 2013
Aunt Ann & Family,
So very sad to hear of Uncle Bill's passing. He was such a great man.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Durwood Pegram
February 28, 2013
Anne and family, So sorry for your personal loss and all of ours of such a wonderful, warm and caring person. Praying for your peace and comfort.
Durwood and Bernie Pegram
David Robinson
February 28, 2013
Bill was my first boss and mentor when I joined the Department of Transportation as Public Transit director in 1974. His professionalism and sound advice kept me focused on the department's priorities and helped shape my career (which is not over yet!) It was a pleasure to have worked for him. Best wishes to his wonderful family.
February 28, 2013
Ann, Ann Trent & Family:
Terry and I will miss Bill's visits to Roanoke, Va. He was a very close personal friend. I always looked forward to our getting together and our Boy Scout talks. We have lots of fond memories of a very special man.
Ray and Terry Eades - Roanoke, Va.
Woody Woodcock
February 28, 2013
Uncle Bill was always a big part of my summer fun time while I was growing up. I got to come to Raleigh and spend the week with Buzz & Sissy. Uncle Bill was always always calm and understanding with everything we wanted to do. He lived his life doing the right thing and setting the example for how we should all live our lives. If only everyone had his moral and social values, This world would be as God had planned. I will truely miss you Uncle Bill
Jim and Lynda Weaver
February 27, 2013
Ann,Ann Trent, Buzz and the entire Caddell Family....we would like to express our deepest sympathy in the loss of a wonderful husband, dad, and "pop pop". What wonderful memories you have as you go through the days, weeks and years ahead. We were very blessed to have been your neighbor for the last 31 years and will miss Bill as much as the family. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help you in the future....
Prayers and Sympathy to all,
Jim and Lynda Weaver
Frank Permar
February 27, 2013
I can still hear the way Bill would always greet me with a deep, bellowing "Helooo, Frank". Always so warm and welcoming. He was always so kind to me, and everybody else he came in contact with. There are certain people that we are blessed by for simply having known, be it for an hour or a lifetime. Bill Caddell was one of those people and will be greatly missed.
Marie Kivett
February 27, 2013
Bill Caddell was my boss for several years when I worked with the Dept. of Transportation. Did not keep in touch after I moved, but I do remember he was a wonderful person to work for. God bless the family.
Brenda Grady
February 27, 2013
I am blessed to have been a co-worker with Mr. Caddell at DOT (so many years ago). He was a wonderful man, an outstanding professional, and a true southern gentleman. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Pam Lewis
February 27, 2013
Trent,
Please know that we are and will be praying for you and your family during these difficult days and the ones to come. We would be more than happy to do anything we can.
Know that your pop-pop loved you dearly and that God is loving on him right now!
Joni Carlton
February 27, 2013
Uncle Bill was a kind and generous man. He always had a smile on his face and love in his heart. He will be greatly missed! I will not be able to be there with you all but please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers and I love you very much!
February 27, 2013
Anne, Trent and family... We were very saddened to hear of Pop Pop's "home-going" but we also know he is rejoicing and healed! Please know that we are here for you during this difficult time and that we will keep you in our prayers. Love you, Mike and Paula Dull
Tommy, Beth, Ethan, and Ty Crosby
February 27, 2013
We always enjoyed seeing him at Biscuitville everytime we were in town. He was a kind, sweet man. Our prayers are with you all!
Joyce Miles
February 27, 2013
I worked with Bill at DOT many years ago and have many fond memories He was a wonderful man and he will be missed. May God Bless his family.
Alyssa Slater
February 27, 2013
Ann, Anne Trent, Trent, and Ward,
Bill Caddell was a man of great character. We were saddened to hear of his passing.
We love you and are praying for you all.
John and Kay Slater
and Alyssa
February 26, 2013
You have all been so blessed to have Pop Pop in your life! I know he will be missed every day but I also know you are celebrating his healing and his journey with God. We love you ALL! Love - Keith, Jodi, Caroline, Lily, Mollie Poff
Rachel McVey
February 26, 2013
Anne - I know this deep hurt, and I know the Lord will meet you in your grief. We are praying for you!
"Be still, my soul: when dearest friends depart,
And all is darkened in the vale of tears,
Then shalt thou better know his love, his heart,
Who comes to soothe thy sorrow and thy fears.
Be still, my soul: thy Jesus can repay
From his own fullness all he takes away.
Be still, my soul: the hour is hast'ning on
When we shall be for ever with the Lord,
When disappointment, grief, and fear are gone,
Sorrow forgot, love's purest joys restored.
Be still, my soul: when change and tears are past,
All safe and blessed we shall meet at last."
SherrI Harrison
February 26, 2013
Anne, Trently & family,
We are very sorry for your loss! Pop-Pop touched many lives. His spirit will live on in so many ways including his wonderful dip recipe! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We hope all the wonderful memories will help get you through the days ahead.
Love, John, Sherri, Will and Lauren
Rod Carter
February 26, 2013
Anne,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Please know that we are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
With Sympathy, Rod & Beth
Traci Adams
February 26, 2013
Aunt Ann & family
So sorry - Uncle Bill will be missed so much. Super Special man. Love you! Traci and Danny