Bedford/franklin, Virginia
Jessica Lee Caldwell, 20, of Bedford, Va., died on Friday, July 23, 2010, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Jessica was born on November 9, 1989, in Alleghany County, Va., the daughter of the Bill and Vikki Graybill. Jessica was a member of Community Advent Christian Church in Roanoke. She was a 2008 Graduate of Staunton River High School. She was an E.M.T. and an active member of Chamblissburg Rescue Squad. She attended Central Virginia Community College. In addition to her parents, she is survived by a son, Ryan; a beloved sister, Lindsay Caldwell and soon to be brother-in-law, Tracy Maxfield; her grandparents, Lee Roy and Barbara Vess and Bill and Betty Graybill; two special uncles and a special aunt, Bradlee Vess, and Dave and Sharon Franklin; four cousins, Eric and Jacob Vess, and Andrew and Emily Franklin; a very special greataunt, Doris McPeak; two adopted grandmas, Betty Bowles and Betty Klutz; an adopted "Little Sis my Aimee" Aimee Bowles; her three puppies, Squirt, Clancy and even puddles; a number of aunts, uncles and cousins; and all of the Chamblissburg Rescue Squad family.
"Don't be sad for me. I got to go to heaven. It has been my pleasure and joy here, so remember me for my skills, running calls, smiling, my love for family, my respect, joy, my loyalty but do not remember me for sadness, cancer, or anything that is not blessed and happy. I will see you all again and until then you are all in my heart here in heaven. I love you Lindsay. Be strong and stay that way, till I see you again."
Jessica
In keeping with her wishes, her body has been cremated. The family will receive friends on Thursday evening, July 29, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Central Advent Christian Church, 3515 Longdale Furnace Road, Clifton Forge, Va., and from 1:30 p.m. until the time of the service on Saturday at the Community Advent Christian Church. A Memorial Service will be held 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 31, 2010, at Community Advent Christian Church, 4512 Old Mountain Road, NE, Roanoke, Va., with the Pastor T.G. Ayers, Pastor John Hodgen, Ric Fucearelli, and Gary Sutliffe officiating. Arrangements are being handled by Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, Va. To send condolences to the family online, please visit www.nicelyfuneralhome.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Roanoke Times.
Hi Sweet Heart, not a day goes by that I don't think of you, Ryan is just like you in some ways. Quick to
have a great answer. My life was so much richer to have had you in it. Miss you so, you wisdom and love have carried me through so many things. See you on day in heaven we can dance and body surf a cloud or two. Aunt Brenda
Brenda Bogle
July 19, 2022 | Granite Falls, NC | Family
It has been 11 years, since we heard you voice, you are singing for Jesus now and I know he is enjoying . We all miss you so much, you laugh, your wisdom, and just you.. You are thought often, Your picture on the frig, and I smile you are the most wonderful child I love and miss you.
Brenda Bogle
July 19, 2021 | Granite Falls, NC | Friend
Hey sis it's Tiffini I kno that its been awhile but I miss u and hope that god is takin very gud care of u. U r always in my heart and will never leave
Love u
Tiffini Wilkins
December 05, 2012 | Vinton, VA
Happy birthday love! I miss you so much, but I know your still here with us! I love you!
Kaylynn Sutliffe
November 09, 2012 | Goodview, VA
Hi my baby girl.I cant believe how fast Ryan is growing up.We miss you so much and you are never out of our thoughts. So many things everyday I turn to tell you then I remember you are with Jesus. Our hearts long to share every second with you. We never see Ryan smile that you are not right there. Time will never heal the empty place in our lives that remains since you left. You are remembered, loved and missed more than anyone could ever imagine. We love you Bill, Lindsay, Ryan, and mom
vikki graybill
November 09, 2012 | Goodview, VA
Hi Jess, I was blessed to watch you grow up, become a woman, a mother, and a real angel. I miss your frackles and big smile. Glad you were a part of my life,,,love always aunt Brenda Bogle
November 06, 2012
Jessica, wow two years you have been gone. Meghan and I miss you so much and we do remember all the good times we had. Ryan....wow he is amazing. He gives me my baby fix when I need it..all Meghan gave me was a dog and two rats namesd Macaroni and Cheese. She is still silly that way. You changed my and I now look at life differntly. I love your mom and one day we will go on our road trips, as long as she gives me back the duck floaty to wear :) Thanks for being in my life Jessica. Love you,...
Sharon Baker
July 25, 2012 | Moneta, VA
My precious baby girl how could it have been 2 years already? Ryan is a miracle man just as strong and determined as you were. He lights up a room with smiles and grins as you did. I wont tell him he is just like his mother because I promised not to. I think of you all through the day and long for the time I see you again. Our hearts are broken to bits missing you but you left memories and so many smiles here to comfort us your strength remains.It carries us onward and your faith is a...
Vikki Graybill
July 23, 2012 | Goodview, VA
Jessica, I wasnt that close to you when we went to school.. but I know what your family must be goin through. I lost my mother to cancer just last weeek. Stay close and guide them... Be the best guardian angel to them.. I know they miss you dearly.. help them to remember all the good memories they had with you and not to dwell on the memories that werent so great.
Amanda Lewis
July 12, 2012 | Roanoke, VA