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Celestine Caldwell Obituary

Celestine Carney Caldwell long time resident of Gary, IN, transitioned to be with the Lord in Newport Beach, CA, on Wednesday, February 24, 2016. She was married to Early Caldwell, Jr., who preceded her in death. She leaves to cherish her memory, one son Ronald (Gina) of Gary, IN, three daughters, V-Esther (Costa Mesa, CA), Sisilla Yolanda Rucker (Atlanta, GA) and Toni Denise (Chas) Grant (Newport Beach, CA); three grandchildren, Junita J. Caldwell (Las Vegas, NV), Von'Celle V. McClinton (Zion, IL), and Tayler B. (Keith) Arnold (Hemet, CA); eight great-grandchildren, Dresden, Tavian, Cheyenne, De'Vyn, Amaya, Grant, Izaiah and Khloe; 2 sister, Mildred Sweet (Chicago, IL) & Annie Rachel Miller (Gary, IN), 2 sister-in-laws, Lela Mae Carney & Varah Caldwell; special friends Eva Davis-Mitchell and Charlotte Muldrew, & special daughter, Sandra Hewlett. A special cousin who telephoned her faithfully every day, Lue Williamson; her God Children, Keith Wheaton, and Jerome (LaChawn), Alfonzo, Vanessa and Tonya Tuggle; The Crowthers & the Maynors, the best neighbors in the world, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Visitation Saturday, March 6, 2016 from 9:00am-11:00am with funeral services immediately following at11:00am all at Carter Memorial CME, 635 W. 49th Ave. Interment Oak Hill Cemetery

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Published by Post-Tribune on Mar. 2, 2016.

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JoAnn Scott

March 9, 2016

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Amy Clay-Taylor

March 8, 2016

So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. Our parents were neighbors for many years on Rutledge St. My deepest condolences.
Amy Clay-Taylor

Sharon Wynn-Ishman

March 8, 2016

So sorry to hear of the passing of your dear mother. May God comfort you as only He can. Continue to love and support one another as a family!!- There is no doubt that love is the legacy she left to each of you. You are in my prayers!!

Dorothy L Thomas

March 5, 2016

I send my prayers and condolences to the family of CELESTINE CALDWELL. She was a very good friend to me. I will really miss her.

Benny Smith

March 3, 2016

TO THE CALDWELL FAMILY; MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU IN THIS TIME OF GREAT SORROW.

Varah Caldwell, John & Dorothy and Jay and Jimmie & Daisy and Michele Curtis

March 3, 2016

To Celestine's Children,

You have our deepest sympathy as you prepare for the Homegoing of your Beloved Mother, Celestine. Let the memories sustain you in the days, months and years to come!

Yours in Christ,

Marie Parson

March 3, 2016

To Cece and family, Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Galyce Felton

March 2, 2016

To Cece and family: Earth has no sorry that heaven can't heal. She's now back with Earlyball. Know that you are in my prayers.

Deborah Lampkin

March 2, 2016

My sincere sympathy to the family, especially my dear friends, Toni and Sandra. We have so many memories growing up and listening to all the good advice your Mom shared as we grew into our most formative years! Let's keep these memories close to heart now and always! God will sustain us and help as we experience this time of bereavement. Mrs. Caldwell was such a sweet and loving person who wanted the best for all of us. Be strong and know that God loved her MORE and was ready to bring her home! God bless each of you! I am here for you,my friends!

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