Charles Richard Caldwell

Born in Hartford, Connecticut on February 1, 1935, he was the son of the late Charles and Mabel (Oakley) Caldwell. Charlie loved gymnastics in high school, so much so he joined the circus after high school! He traveled all over the US as a circus gymnast and balancing act. He came back to CT and started his career at Colt firearms. Charlie was an avid gun collector and kept them very pristine. Charlie loved, with his family going camping and daytrips to historic places, like Plymouth Rock.

Besides his wife of 53 years, Charlie is survived by two sons, Richard and his wife Leila of Manchester and Christian of Rocky Hill. He also leaves a sister, Judy Barberino and her husband Joseph of Wallingford, Sister-in-laws Zina Zocco of Wethersfield and Nella Lombardi of Italy. He was predeceased buy two sisters Nancy Zawalich and Elizabeth Luzusky. In addition a special niece, Jill Sturtevant and her husband Douglas of Old Saybrook and many other nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family.

The family will receive relatives and friends from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday (July 30th) at the D’Esopo Funeral Chapel, 277 Folly Brook Blvd., Wethersfield. A prayer service will be held at 1:30 pm on Saturday in the funeral chapel at the conclusion of calling hours. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.

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