Obituary of William Leroy Caldwell

William L. Caldwell “Bill” of Oak Point TX passed away on February 3, 2020 in Carrollton TX at Autumn Leaves Memory care. Committal Service will be held at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery, 2000 Mountain Creek Pkwy, Dallas TX 75211 on March 12th 2020 at 11am; Pastor Mike Morse will officiate Bill was born in Hickoria Arkansas to Eve Alison and Bernie Caldwell on July 15, 1946. He was a member of the U.S. Army, 11th Calvary & served in the Vietnam War, from 1965-1968. He retired from United Parcel Service after 28 years in Mesquite TX. He was originally from St. Louis Missouri but after boot camp in Fort Hood Texas, he fell in love and made Texas his home several years later. He loved to travel out west, was a big “old west” enthusiast, Bill loved being around horses, learned to ride after meeting his wife Laurie & was hooked ever since. He loved life and was taken way too soon. Everyone that met him loved him. He was a very giving and loving man. Bill is survived by his wife Laurie Caldwell of Oak Point TX, Daughters, Heather Robbins, Jennifer Hunt, Amanda Mount & Kristin Harmon. Son, Danny Ryon, Siblings Cheston Caldwell & Ava Labarga ; Grandchildren, Niko & Taylor Robbins, Ethan & Emberlyn Hunt, Logan & Morgan Mount, Chase & Jaycee Ryon, Charlie III & Hannah Harmon. He is preceded in death by his sister Sharon Kruse. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Autumn Leaves memory care of Carrollton & Provista Hospice for their caring, comfort & love. Bill will be missed by many. Memorial Donations may be made to The Alzheimer’s Association & Paralyzed Veterans of America