Eddie Junior Caldwell
September 1, 1950 ~ July 29, 2024
Born in:
Forkland, Kentucky
Resided in:
Danville, Kentucky
Eddie Junior Caldwell, 73, died on July 29, 2024. He was born in Boyle County on September 1, 1950, to the late Clarence and Beulah Mae King Caldwell. Eddie, along with his wife Barbara and later their two sons, owned and operated Caldwell Body Shop for over 40 years. Eddie led a life of service to his family, church and community. He served on the Boyle County School board for 19 years as well as the Pioneer Vocational Service. He was a big supporter of Boyle County Schools athletics, especially football. He announced for both football and basketball games. He was an assistant coach for the Boyle County Bass Fishing Team.
Eddie enjoyed hunting and fishing with his friends. Eddie was a member of Salt River Baptist Church where he served as an adult Sunday School teacher and a deacon. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother Marvin Caldwell, and sisters, Dolly Releford, and Violet and June Caldwell.
Eddie is survived by his wife Barbara Young Caldwell, sons, Devin (Erica) Caldwell and Brent Caldwell (Lori Moore and her daughter Ashley Teater), grandchildren; Donavon Caldwell, Kinleigh Caldwell, Olivia Caldwell (Macy Spires), Kelsey Caldwell, Morgan Caldwell, Bryce Caldwell, Ryder Caldwell, Jackson Caudill, and Raegen Caudill, his brother Gary (Willena) Caldwell, and a special young man J.D. Roberts.
The funeral service will be at 12 pm on Friday, August 2, 2024, at Stith Funeral Home in Junction City. Brother David Evans will officiate. Honorary pallbearers will be past and present members of the Boyle County High School Bass Fishing Team. Visitation will be from 5 pm to 9 pm on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at Stith Funeral Home in Junction City and from 10 am to 12 pm on Friday prior to the service. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or to Heritage Hospice, Inc. An online guestbook is available at www.stithcares.com.
Eddie’s family requests that attendees of the visitation or funeral wear their fishing or Boyle County shirts.
Eddie’s wishes were to be cremated and his ashes taken to his favorite fishing holes.
Services
Visitation: August 1, 2024 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Stith Funeral Home, Junction City
506 W. Shelby Street
Junction City, Kentucky 40440
859-854-3322
www.stithcares.com
Funeral Service: August 2, 2024 12:00 pm
Stith Funeral Home, Junction City
506 W. Shelby Street
Junction City, Kentucky 40440
859-854-3322
www.stithcares.com
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Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Eddie Junior Caldwell 's name.
Heritage Hospice, Inc
120 Enterprise Drive
Danville,
KY
40422-1870
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
501 St. Jude Place
Memphis,
TN
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Eddie meant more to me than he ever knew. He was one of the kindest shop owners I’ve ever worked with. I’ll miss ya brother
Sorry about your loss
2 Timothy 4:7-8
7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.
We have lost a good friend. Prayers and all take care.
Some days are rough this is one of them Eddie has been one of our customers since 1983 our relationship I will never forget because he was always nice to me when I was just getting started in business I have always respected him in the highest manor Rest easy Brother I will see you again !!
Love, Timothy, Margaret, David
I’m so saddened to hear this. May you know that many others are, too. Eddie had many friends and they’re praying for you and so am I.
Peace Be With You
Brenda Mitchell
we send our condolences! Hugs to you Barbara & sons
Eddie was an excellent back fence neighbor and friend! Very sad to hear of his passing. “We grieve, but not as those who have no hope.” (1 Thess 4:13).
Very sorry to hear the sad news of Eddie’s passing. I remember his smiling face and how nice and mannerly he was at school. I also remember how much he thought of my daddy and their ole ballgames. I know he will be missed. I pray that God comfort your heart, lift up your spirits and give you a place of peace.
Belinda Holman
I just heard about Eddie’s passing Sunday at church. I’m very sorry for your loss. I remember him as a smiling, mannerly, considerate person. I also remember how he and daddy loved those ole softball games. He was a good guy, and he will be missed. May God give you comfort, lift up your spirits, and give you a place of peace.
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Just found out about Eddie’s passing my heart and prayers go out you and the boys Barbara . I just remember all the times I came up to the shop just to visit and all the nights we spent coon hunting I know he is smiling down on all of us.
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