of New Blaine, AR
February 1, 1927 - February 24, 2025
Joe W. Caldwell, 98, of New Blaine, Arkansas passed away on Monday, February 24, 2025 in Clarksville.
Joe was born February 01, 1927 in Prairie View, Arkansas to his parents, James Madison Cauldwell and Lizzie (Jarnagin) Cauldwell. Joe was a farmer, raising dairy cattle for Sugar Creek Creamery and later switching over to beef cattle. He also would bale hay for his neighbors and friends around Scranton and New Blaine. Joe was drafted into the United States Army during World War II but never had to go off to fight due to the surrender of Japan right after he finished basic training. He loved to hunt and fish at Jude Koch Landing or Dublin Bay in his spare time and watch Wheel of Fortune while drinking Mt. Dew and chewing his Good Money chewing tobacco.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two grandsons, Danny Wheeler and Jimmy Don Savage; one granddaughter, Leanita Savage; six brothers and five sisters.
He is survived by his wife of seventy-two years, Elizabeth (Rice) Caldwell of the home; three daughters, Tricia Bentley and husband, Lee of Dardanelle, Arkansas, Diane Savage of New Blaine and Brenda Jackson of Clarksville; four grandchildren, Joseph Caldwell and wife, Starrla, Ray Savage, Bobby Jackson and Leslie Hice; several great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren including Fancy Caldwell, Ellie Caldwell and Ben Caldwell; several other family members and friends.
A visitation will be held form 6:00-8:00 P.M. Thursday, February 27, 2025 at Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
The funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M., Friday, February 28, 2025 at Roller Funeral Home followed by burial in Elizabeth Hall cemetery in New Blaine officiated by Rev. Judy Hall.
Funeral Service and arrangements are under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Joseph Caldwell, Ray Savage, Lee Bentley, Ben Caldwell, Jeff Richardson, Jerry Cravens and John Calhoun.
The family would like to express a special thank you to Dr. John Dunham and staff at Johnson Regional Medical Center and to the Johnson County Health & Rehabilitation Center for the care he received during his stay there.
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 14799632733.
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12 Condolence(s)
Vicky Smith
Friday, February 28, 2025
Trisha, Lee and family,
Our deepest condolences, we are praying for you and your family.
Ronnie & Linda Miller
Thursday, February 27, 2025
Leoti Cox
Thursday, February 27, 2025
Our condolences to the family. I enjoyed spending time with the family when I was at college with Diane. Dad Caldwell always made sure I had a coke!
REBA ROLLANS MOORE
Thursday, February 27, 2025
BRENDA, DIANE, TRISH & FAMILIES. JOE WAS A GOOD MAN. ENJOYED VISITING WITH HIM AND BETTY OVER THE YEARS. HE WAS TOUGH AS A LEATHER BOOT. BUT AM GLAD TO BE RELATED TO HIM AND ALL OF YOU. MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU.
Bethany Burks
Thursday, February 27, 2025
My deepest condolences to all of Joe's family and friends. Such a kind soul that will never be forgotten
Jim and Sue Caldwell
Thursday, February 27, 2025
Sending our love and prayers to Aunt Betty, the girls, and their families. Jim and Sue Caldwell (Hobert's son and daughter-in-law). Uncle Joe now rejoices with his heavenly family after his good, long life here on Earth; but those of us who are still earthbound will miss him until we are together again!
Joy
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
I'm so sorry for your loss. We continue to keep the family in our prayers.
Debra Hixson
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Brenda, Diane, Trish, and families I am so sorry to hear this. I used to buy raw cow’s milk from Joe when I lived on old military Road. He and Betty are very special, loving people. The best there are. God be with y’all during this difficult time.
I love that picture of Joe
Becky Talley Claudia Case and Angelique
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Sorry for your loss. You will all be in our prayers
Kelley J Reames
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
So sorry to hear of Mr. Joe’s passing. He was a gem and will be missed. One of my favorites.
Jo Lensing
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
So sorry to hear about Joe. He was definitely one of a kind and we had lots of fun being onery to each other when I worked at the bank. I know he will be missed by all that knew him.
Neal Wade
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Rest in peace
Our prayers are with you guys!
Neal and Tammy Wade