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Waynard Caldwell Obituary
Waynard E. Caldwell, 82, of Roanoke, Va., went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 8, 2017.
He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Thelma and Bernie Caldwell’ brother, Coy Lee Caldwell; sister, Leona Browning; and granddaughter, Cara Holley.
Waynard is survived by his wife of 59 years, Katherine (Liz) Caldwell; daughters, Sarah (Jay) Wright and Cindy (Harold) Snider; grandsons, Austin Wright and Justin (Amanda) Snider; great-grandchildren, Hannah and Colton Snider; sister, Uldine Lord; uncle, Scotty Robertson; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and many special friends, especially, Ronnie Hartman.
He was a Vietnam veteran. Waynard served in the United States Army for 21 years. He was the first male nurse licensed in the State of Virginia. Waynard worked as a nurse at Walter Reed Hospital and at the Salem VA Medical Center. He was an advocate for all veterans and served on the Roanoke Valley Veterans Council. Waynard was a member of the American Legion, the VFW and Forty and Eight. He was also a longtime member of Celebration Church of God.
The family would like to thank everyone at the Virginia Veterans Care Center and everyone at the VA Medical Center.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday November 11, 2017, at Celebration Church of God with the Rev. Sam Belisle officiating. Interment will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 until 8 p.m. on Friday, November 10, 2017, at Oakey’s South Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Celebration Church of God, 4429 Buck Mountain Road, Roanoke, VA 24018 or to any veteran’s association. Online condolences may be made at www.oakeys.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Waynard Caldwell
Marsha PostonHorrell
November 3, 2021
He was such a good man and friend to my daddy Bill Holland and our family. He was family
David Lofgren
November 14, 2017
I have known Waynard for about 20 years, meeting him through the local chapter of the Association of the US Army. He gave me expert advice, twice, that helped me secure benefits for my serviced connected condition caused by Agent Orange in Vietnam. In the past few years I would occasionally see him at the VAMC, in Salem, and, in spite of needing to use a wheelchair, he always had a friendly greeting and a warm smile. Waynard was a true advocate for veterans and will be missed by me and many others.
Dan, Judy & Danny Lynn MONAHAN
November 13, 2017
Everlasting light for a everlasting soul
Mona Ross
November 13, 2017
Waynard was a good neighbor and a good friend. He will be missed by many. He served his country and worked hard for the many veterans. He was a good man. My prayers and deepest sympathy to his wife and family.
Jennifer Lytle
November 13, 2017
What a wonderful man and advocate for all who had less than they needed. A caring and devoted nurse. A steadfast and true comrade to all Veterans. Rest easy soldier.
On behalf of the nursing staff at Virginia Veterans Care Center our deepest sympathy to the family.
Jennifer Lytle, RN
Director of Nursing
Virginia Veterans Care Center
Amy Reidy
November 11, 2017
Liz, Cindy, Sarah and family, I am so sorry to hear about Waynard. He was loved by all. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers.
Danny Monahan, II
November 11, 2017
Sorry for your loss
Danny and Judy Monahan
November 11, 2017
Buried on Veterans Day, what a wonderful tribute to wonderful Veteran! God must have planned it this way. Thanks again for your service to our great nation. Thanks again for being such a good neighbor, always there to help out if needed. Thanks again for being such a great friend. You will be missed by all that had the great pleasure to met and know you.
Donna Lambert
November 10, 2017
My prayers go up for Waynard's wife & family. He was loved by so many, always doing something of service to our veterans. Maynard, you always made me smile with your smiling face, kind words, & hugs. Rest in peace dear friend, & dance in glory!
Marsha Horrell
November 10, 2017
So sorry for the families loss. He was one of our dad' Bill Holland's best friend. Daddy said he was like his brother. We loved seeing him when we came into town. Our prayers are with the family.
Marsha Holland Horrell & Ed Holland
Peggy Mentel
November 10, 2017
To the Caldwell family,
With my deepest sympathy at the passing of Wayward. I worked with him at the VAMC. He was always smiling and had a kind word for everyone he met. Such a wonderful, gentle soul who will be missed. God be with you
Lisa Cowling
November 10, 2017
Thinking of you, tell baby girl how much we love and miss her! I know she is celebrating with you! We LOVE YOU WAYNARD!
Melanie Creasy
November 9, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of Waynard's passing. He was one of the happiest people I knew. He was always smiling and friendly to everyone. Again, I am very sorry. Love and prayers.
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