of Conway, AR
December 25, 1940 - October 26, 2023
Gary Hayden Caldwell, 82, of Conway, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 26 at home with his family. Gary was born in Mount Vernon, Arkansas on December 25, 1940 to Elvis and Verdie (Keathley) Caldwell. Gary was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Barbara Sublett and Peggy Tankersley.
Gary was a long-time member of Liberty Church of Christ in Conway. He loved his church family. Gary retired from FMC Corporation in Conway. Gary's passion was on his family farm in Mount Vernon on top of Tanyard Hill, working and tending to his cattle with his wife, Bonnie. That is where he found contentment in his later years.
Gary was an avid sports fan and he played in two high school state basketball tournaments for Mount Vernon School. He enjoyed watching the Razorbacks, but his favorites were the baseball and basketball teams on which his daughters, grandsons and nephews played. He also traveled to several states to cheer and encourage them while always providing a few tips on how to be a better player.
Gary had a mischievous side and loved to have fun and play cards with his Caldwell family and friends. Gary set the precedent for a wonderful 'girl' Dad and was devoted to his wife and family. He instilled in his family a hard work ethic, love of God and left a great legacy to carry on.
Left to cherish his memory is his loving family; his best friend and wife of 62 years, Bonnie (Hawkins) Caldwell; daughters, Michelle Robinson (Roger) and Christy Newell (Scott) of Conway; grandchildren, Taylor Martin (Jenny) of Maumelle, Trevor Martin (Grace) of Enola, Aaron Newell (Emily) of Conway and Austin Newell (Kylie) of Conway; great grand-children, Bellamy Martin and Barrett Newell; sister, Debbie Mears of Conway and a host of nieces, nephews and friends which he loved dearly.
Visitation is Monday, October 30, at 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. The funeral will be Tuesday, October 31st at 11:00 am. Both visitation and funeral will be held at the Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway.
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19 Condolence(s)
Melanie Bell
Saturday, November 18, 2023
Love and prayers!
Kim & Deb Manning
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
We were very sorry to hear about Gary's passing away.
Please know that we are praying for all of you for strength to face the days ahead of you without him.
1 Peter 5:7 Cast all your care
upon Him, for He cares for you.
Chris Hogan
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Michelle and family,
My heart is with you and your family. I am sorry I was not able to attend the service.
The obituary for your Dad was beautiful. It really painted a picture of a wonderful man, husband and father. I wish I had known him.
Mat God wrap you and your family in his love and protection as you work through your grief.
Elaine (Spradlin) carter
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Sheila Johnson
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
So very sorry for your loss. You guys are all in my prayers
Janet Robertson
Monday, October 30, 2023
Mrs. Caldwell and Family
Thinking of all of you at this very difficult time.
Janet Robertson (Arnold)
Doyle Kirkpatrick
Monday, October 30, 2023
Debbie and l worked with Gary at Fmc always great to be around and funny.He was a great guy and friend. Prayers for the family
Doyle Kirkpatrick
Monday, October 30, 2023
Debbie and l worked with Gary at Fmc always great to be around and funny.He was a great guy and friend. Prayers for the family
Rex Saddler
Monday, October 30, 2023
I was so sorry to hear of Gary's passing away. I always loved being around him in times gone by. He certainly did love his family greatly and certainly loved all the sports he played. I didn't get to see him play but I have heard from those that did that he was a great athlete along with his teammate Max Lay. He was super proud of course of his daughters and wife Bonnie and all of their accomplishments. He idolized his grandkids and bragged on them to me a lot and said that I should be sure to come watch them play. I got to visit with him at his Mt. Vernon farm and could tell that he was in Heaven there. Now he is farming in the real Heaven. RIP my friend. God bless all his family. He was a special guy. I was a Gary Caldwell fan. Rex Saddler
Jimmie & Felicia Howard
Monday, October 30, 2023
Ms. Bonnie & family, we’re sorry hear of Mr. Caldwell’s passing. We’ve had the pleasure of hearing a lot of basketball stories from my Dad about when he & Mr. Caldwell played together:) Prayers for strength & comfort in the coming days.
Ramona Halcrombe
Sunday, October 29, 2023
So Sorry for your loss. I met Mr. Caldwell through his wife Bonnie. I was one of her Dad's caregivers.
He was a nice man and I enjoyed being around their family. Just remember, God is with you. Take care of y.ourselves
Wanda newland
Saturday, October 28, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Mr Gary was a wonderful Christian man and I will pray for you all
Marcus & Jan Massey.
Saturday, October 28, 2023
Praying for Gary’s family. I know God will bless each of you with peace and love, and knowing this is not goodbye but see you later. Love all of you.
Stanley Gordon Jr
Saturday, October 28, 2023
To the Caldwell family:
Mr. Caldwell was a huge asset to all of Faulkner county. I know that each of you will continue to be that same asset as well. From our family to yours we mourn your loss. We love you all and are here for you. Stanley and family.
Randall and Rene’ Crow
Saturday, October 28, 2023
Sweet Bonnie, Michelle, Christy and family, we are so sorry to hear of Mr. Gary’s passing. You’re all precious to our family and we love you all. Prayers for peace and comfort.
Cindy Heffington Dickey
Saturday, October 28, 2023
Michelle & family, so sorry for your loss. My favorite Gary story is when the three wheeler got stolen! Your family was so blessed to have such a wonderful man in your lives.
Anita Fulfer
Friday, October 27, 2023
Bonnie, so sorry to learn of Gary's passing.
You and all your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Anita Rea Fulfer
Paulette Bryant
Friday, October 27, 2023
The family is in my prayers and thoughts
June (Arnold) Skyrme
Friday, October 27, 2023
I’m sorry to hear about your loss. Praying for you and your family.