
Robert G Caldwell
July 25, 1957 - December 25, 2020
Obituary
ARLINGTON - Robert Grant "Chet" Caldwell, age 63, of Arlington, passed away on Friday, Dec. 25, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital. He was born on July 25, 1957, in Montgomery, Ala., the son of Sam and Ruth (Steffenhagen) Caldwell.
Bob married Nancy Gehin on Oct. 9, 1982 at Dekorra Lutheran Church. He graduated from Poynette High School in 1975, and then attended MATC for Auto Body. Bob played in various bands for 40 plus years, as he loved playing music and singing. He was the Village of Arlington President and also served as trustee and was an active member of the Arlington Lions Club.
Bob was employed at Walgreens Distribution Center in Windsor, Wis., and worked there for 34 years. He loved going up north to the cabin and loved going 4-wheeling. He also enjoyed spending time with his family. Bob was loved by all that knew him.
Bob is survived by his loving wife, Nancy; son, Grant Caldwell of Arlington; daughter, Lydia Caldwell of Arlington; grandson, Blake Caldwell of Arlington; brothers, Dave (Joyce) Caldwell of Poynette and John Caldwell of Lodi; mothers-in-law, Gerry Lynch of Baraboo and Gale Gehin of Poynette; sisters-in-law, Edie Gehin of Poynette and Sherrin Biggs of Poynette; brothers-in-law, Joe Gehin of Poynette and Steve (Lori) Anderson of Poynette; many nieces and nephews; and special friend, Gary Colby. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Ruth; father-in-law, David Gehin; and several aunts and uncles.
Due to the ongoing pandemic, no public service will be held. A private family service will be held at Gunderson Lodi Funeral and Cremation Care in Lodi, Wis., with Pastor Kevin Wall presiding. A private family burial will be held at Hillside Cemetery at a later date. A celebration of Life will be held on July 24, 2021. Details to follow.
The family would like to thank the staff at St. Mary's Hospital. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Lodi
Funeral & Cremation Care
157 South Main Street
(608) 592-3201
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Heidi Petersen
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So sorry for your loss Nancy and family my thoughts and prayers are with you. Heidi ABS
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Ron Linderwell
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With deepest sympathy,
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Bob and Linda Brodeur
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Nancy, Grant, Lydia and Blake, our deepest condolences. Please know your in our thoughts and Prayers!
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Mary Everson
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Such a nice man, always enjoyed visiting with him and seeing him with the band at the VFW. Sincere condolences to all! Mary Everson, VFW 7591 bartender
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Mark Anthon
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It was my privilege to play a lot of really good music with Robert over the years. In fact, we talked while he was at St. Mary’s and made tentative plans to assemble again and play even more good music.
He was a gentleman, an extremely talented musician and singer and my heart breaks along with Nancy, Grant & Lydia.
“Good night, sweet prince, and flights of angels sing thee to thy rest!” (Shakespeare's Hamlet)
I'm deeply sorry for your loss,
Mark Anthon
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JB
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Nancy and family, I am shocked and saddened at Chet's passing. I hold many great memories of our time playing music together. I loved his bass playing, singing and the musical ideas he came up with that made the group great. I will deeply miss him and think of him often. Praying blessings for your family in your time of loss. jb