Charles Anthony

Caldwell

Charles Anthony Caldwell, 61, of Temple, passed away on Monday, October 12, at a Houston hospital.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, November 13th, at Crotty Funeral Home in Belton, TX, with funeral and graveside services to follow. 

Charles was born on September 22, 1965, in Cook County, Illinois, to Charlie Bray and Willie Pearl Hobson, and was raised in Truxall, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Kiski Area High School in 1983.

In September 1984, Charles enlisted in the United States Army, proudly serving his country for 15 years as a Petroleum Supply Specialist (77F). Attaining the rank of Sergeant (E-5), his military career included honorable service, Sergeant Caldwell earned numerous decorations and commendations, including the Meritorious Unit Commendation, four Army Good Conduct Medals, the National Defense Services Medal, the Southwest Asia Service with three Bronze Services Stars, the Noncommissioned Officer's Professional Development Ribbon, the Army Service Ribbon, and the Overseas Service Ribbon. He was honorably discharged at Fort Hood, Texas, in September 1999.

Charles loved to travel and visit historic landmarks. in 2000, he began working for Frito-Lay, serving various routes across Bell County. Throughout his career, he impacted countless lives with his tremendous work ethic, kindness, and passion for conversation--he could talk to anyone about any topic. Charles possessed a deep admiration for his country, good food, a wide range of music, and sports (especially his beloved Pittsburgh Steelers). Above all, he was a devoted and loving husband, father, step-father, and brother.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie Bray and Willie Pearl Hobson.

Charles is survived by his loving wife of 13 years, Gloria Caldwell of Belton; his brother, Angelo Caldwell and wife Wendy of Pennsylvania; his daughter, Destiny Nicole Caldwell of Spring, Texas; his stepdaughters, Sarah Irene Lopez of Temple, and Amanda Marie Alcozer and husband Arturo of San Antonio; his stepson, Paul Anthony Medina and wife Laura of Belton; his stepmother, Kathleen Bray of Chicago; and his niece and nephew, Alyssa and Matt Bray Caldwell of Pennsylvania.