Jack Caldwell
d. April 7, 2016
Jack E. Caldwell age 64, of Williamsville, passed away on Thursday, April 7, 2016 at St. John’s Hospital surrounded by his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife, Sheila; son, Dylan Caldwell; daughter, Lacey Jayne (fiancé Marc Delich) Caldwell; three brothers, Robert Wood (Jane) Caldwell, Nik (Sharon) Caldwell, Bradley (Nancy) Caldwell; one sister, Dana Caldwell and one sister in law, Judy Caldwell.
He is preceded in death by his parents; infant brother, Michael Bruce and brother George E. III. “Tripper”.
Jack was born February 6, 1952 in Springfield the son of George E. Jr. and Norma Jean Caldwell.
He graduated from Williamsville High School in 1971.
Jack enjoyed boating as well as baking and cooking for everyone. He especially loved a good prank. He was a retired member of the Williamsville Fire Department and Sangamon County Rescue Squad. Jack had been a longtime trustee of the Williamsville Village Board and was on the Williamsville School Board for 19 years where he served as the president of the School Board for 5 years.
He owned and operated “Caldwell Woodworks”. He was also a business partner in CYNKY Inc.
Visitation for Jack will be held on Monday, April 11th, 2016 at Williamsville United Methodist Church from 4-8 PM. Funeral services will be on Tuesday, April 12th, 2016 at Williamsville United Methodist Church at 11 AM.
Burial will be held at Stewart Cemetery near Williamsville.
Memorials can be made to Williamsville School District Jack Caldwell Memorial Fund.
Rev. Dick Piscatelli will be officiating.
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Posted April 8th, 2016 at 6:18 pm
My sympathy and prayers for all. Grew up with Jack and he was always a great guy to be around.
Alana (Bottorff) Wachtel
Posted April 8th, 2016 at 6:43 pm
My condolences and prayers go out to Jack’s family and friends. I remember Jack well from high school days. May you all be blessed with peace and comfort at this time of your loss.
Posted April 8th, 2016 at 7:06 pm
I am so sorry to hear about Jack. The family is in my prayers.
Posted April 8th, 2016 at 7:31 pm
I am so very sorry for your loss. I will be out of state, or I would be at the visitation. May you feel the peace of our Lord as He carries you through this difficult time.
Posted April 8th, 2016 at 7:35 pm
Deepest sympathy Sheila, Dylan, and Lacey on the loss of Jack. He was a great man who leaves a lasting impression on so many people. I feel blessed to have known him. Prayers for you during the difficult days ahead. Karen, Angel, Nicole and Brian Hoffek
Posted April 8th, 2016 at 7:36 pm
I am so sorry fr you loss, Caldwell family. Jack was a wonderful man and such an asset to our community. He will be missed by many.
Posted April 8th, 2016 at 7:49 pm
My sympathy and prayers to the family.
Posted April 8th, 2016 at 9:18 pm
So sorry to hear this! What a great man! I remember him frying up bacon for BLTs on the houseboat that we had rented at Table Rock Lake! We had so much fun! He will be greatly missed!
Colleen and Jim
Posted April 9th, 2016 at 5:22 am
We send heartfelt condolences to the Caldwell family.
Posted April 9th, 2016 at 5:39 am
Caldwell Family; I am sorry to learn of the passing of Jack. My prayers are with you.
Posted April 9th, 2016 at 6:58 am
Dear Sheila, Lacey, Dylan & Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your husband, father, brother and friend. We hope and pray that the love of family and friends will comfort you as you say goodbye to this great man. May your faith sustain you and bring you peace in the difficult days ahead.
With grateful thanksgiving that you have blessed our lives.
The Sylvan Family
Posted April 9th, 2016 at 11:36 am
I’m so sorry Sheila… Jack was the best. Few enjoyed life more than him.
Jack was at the house when I drove in the driveway in my first car. He welded a new floorboard in my 66 Mustang and helped fix it up.
Jack took me out and taught me how to shoot. We took his 12 guage and 357 and blasted everything in sight.
Jack and I got deer tags and were going to go get ourselves a buck in Pike county… but neither of us had the heart to shoot the deer.
We helped you move into your home in Williamsville, grass past the windows and critters running thru the house. Jack and I helped dig out 5 feet of wet coal that had covered the basement from all the coal deliveries just dumped in the basement for years. We were so black from soot.
Jack and Sheila… you were a friend to my mom, and there is no greater thanks that I can offer you for the love, support, and friendship you gave her. You were a treasure to her.
Praying for you guys. I’m so very sorry.
Posted April 9th, 2016 at 2:05 pm
Sheila,
So sorry to learn of Jack’s passing. He was so young. I only met him a few times when you and I worked St John’s PAR and he always smiling, happy and a great guy. Just know you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Hugs,
John Busciacco
Port Charlotte, FL
Posted April 9th, 2016 at 3:55 pm
Our condolences go out to your family. We were very saddened to hear this news. Jack was such a wonderful and talented man! Whenever I look around at some of the furnishings, all the beautiful woodwork in my home, and my kitchen, I’ll never forget how much we enjoyed working with Jack. His handiwork is everywhere in our home. He was such a pleasant, funny, and easy-going person. I can’t imagine there’s a single person out there who won’t miss Jack!! Your family is in our prayers….
Dave and Rene Sapochak
Sherman
Posted April 9th, 2016 at 11:27 pm
There are no words for times like this. Believe me, only time will help, but there will always be a scar on our heart for Jack.
Posted April 10th, 2016 at 8:10 am
Dylan:
We are so sorry for your loss, and know we don’t need to say it, but he was a great man. We first met when he was working at SCSO; he was laid back, treated everyone with respect and dignity and did a great job. Certainly, his decision to leave was tough, because he had to give up a secure position, benefits and a guaranteed retirement, but he was determined to provide a better life for his family, so he took a giant leap and never looked back.
Obviously, he made the right decision and did exceptionally well for himself and – most important to him – his family. Without doubt he taught you many things, which have served you well as you continue to advance through life, but never forget your dad’s unconditional love for, and commitment to, his family. Many great things can be said about him, but there is nothing greater than that.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Posted April 10th, 2016 at 4:01 pm
we bought a lot of quality fireplace mantles from jack when i worked for Jim stelte of j &s central equipment jack was a great guy to work with and he will be sadly missed may he rest in peace
mike cassiday
Posted April 10th, 2016 at 10:05 pm
My deepest Condolences to you Sheila ,Dylan and Lacy. I will always remember Jack.
Love to you and your family Lynn Harris (Pj’s Harris Mother)
Posted April 11th, 2016 at 2:12 pm
So very sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. He always made me laugh when he came in the Post Office. Sending peace love and prayers to you all.
Posted April 13th, 2016 at 12:48 am
Sheila and family, our prayers and hearts go out to you. Jack was such a great man, he will always be remembered…such a character!