Jesse Frank Caddell

Jesse Frank Caddell, age 82 passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at home among his loving family. Jesse was born in October of 1941 to James O. Caddell and Cora Geraldine Riley, both of whom preceded their son in passing. Jesse was one of four children, and is survived by his sisters Elizabeth McAllister, Billy Jean Baxley, and Patt King.

Jesse is survived by the love of his life, Catherine Jean Caddell, with whom he shared 43 years of marriage and memories. He rejoins their daughter Jenny Geraldine Owen now in watching over their family. Jesse is survived by his children Jesse Frank Caddell Jr., James Allen Caddell, Cyndi C Caddell (Tuell), Curtis E. Hunt, and Kenneth C. Hunt; his grandchildren Frank Allen Caddell, Daniel Lee Caddell, Brenda Owen, Jack A. Tuell, Megan M. Pratt, Selena M. Bush, Jeremy A. Hunt, Joshua R. Hunt, Kenneth B. Hunt, Jennifer Andrade and Justin Caddell.

Professionally, Jesse spent many years as a carpenter, working construction and building homes for the community with several companies in Tucson, over the span of his 40 year career. He specialized in rough framing on new construction, but worked on many projects over the years.

In his personal life, and since his retirement, Jesse filled his time as the patriarch of his family, spending time with his beloved wife, children, and grandchildren. When he wasn't with his family, he could be found outdoors pursuing hobbies that brought him closer to nature, hunting and fishing. He also had a fondness for the slot machines, and was an avid gun collector.