TITLE: In memory of George Edward Caldwell of Tyler.

SUMMARY: In memory of George Edward Caldwell of Tyler.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Family and friends were deeply saddened by the passing of George Edward Caldwell of Tyler on April 4, 2025, at the age of 88; and WHEREAS, The son of George and Evelyn Caldwell, George Caldwell was born on September 24, 1936, and he grew up with the companionship of a brother, Robert, and two sisters, Jeanette and Frances; he graduated from Tyler High School and went on to attend Tyler Junior College; answering his nation's call to duty, he served honorably in the United States Army; and WHEREAS, Mr. Caldwell enjoyed a rewarding career in the newspaper and hospital industries, and he retired in 2003; his many interests included motorcycles, baseball, and football; above all else, he cherished time spent with his family and his Boston terrier, Buddy, and he looked forward to his monthly lunches with his former high school classmates; he was also a man of strong faith; and WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Caldwell benefited from the love and support of his wife, Linda, his son, Eddie, and his daughters, Kathy and Pamela; through the years, his family grew to include five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and a great-great-grandson; and WHEREAS, George Caldwell enjoyed a life that was rich in the intangibles that matter most, and he is deeply missed by all those who held him dear; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory of George Edward Caldwell and extend deepest condolences to the members of his family: to his wife, Linda Caldwell; to his son, George Edward Caldwell Jr., and his wife, Lisa; to his daughters, Kathy Caldwell Ramsey and Pamela Pegram, and her husband, James; to his grandchildren, Melissa Anderson, Taylor Hopper, Tera Lorance, Tyler Caldwell, and Taylor Caldwell; to his great-grandchildren and great-great-grandson; and to his other relatives and friends; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be prepared for his family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of George Caldwell. Hughes President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on August 15, 2025, by a rising vote.