Photo courtesy of Seaver Funeral Home and Cremation Service - Princeton
Princeton, West Virginia
1947 - 2018
John Nelson Caywood, 71, of Bluefield passed away peacefully on Friday, August 10th, 2018 after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease at Nelson Home Care in Princeton.
Born June 26th, 1947 in Prescott, Arizona, he was the son of Frances Patton Irons of Union and the late Don Caywood. He retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad and was a member of the National Guard. He was of the Presbyterian faith and had been a resident of Bluefield since 1971 moving from Monroe County. He was preceded in death by niece, Jessica Woodruff. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Linda Bowyer Caywood of Bluefield; two sons, John“Jay“Caywood Jr. and wife Cassandra of Alaska, and Jeff Caywood and wife Romy of Bluefield; two grandsons, Andrew and Jakob Caywood; one brother, Robert Irons and wife Beckie of Sinks Grove; two sisters, Jeanine Beiber and partner Karen of Charlottesville, VA and Janet Metcalf of Cumberland, MD; several nieces and nephews; special friend Mona Wood; and excellent caregivers, Shelby Nelson, Regina and Tammy. Special thanks also to the great services provided by Hospice/Amedysis and Chris Parsons. In honoring Mr. Caywood’s wishes he will be cremated. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation, 200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131, or Parkinson.org.
I just want to say thank you for play tag with me. For using our socks for throwing back and forth to each other. You was a cool down to earth kinda guy and Im gonna miss you Johnny . Your Pal Sam
Sam Nelson
August 18, 2018 | Bluefield, WV | Friend
Thanks for being my best buddy. And for teaching me how to bass fish. Life was always an adventure with you. Catch you on the flip side
Mo
August 16, 2018 | Friend
Very sorry to learn of Johnny's passing. He was a great teammate as well as classmate. I send my prayers and condolences to Linda and his family.
Jim Broyles
August 16, 2018 | Mifflinburg, PA | Classmate
I baby sat for John and Linda when Jeff and Jay were toddlers! Such a sweet family.
My prayers are with the Caywood family. {{{HUGS}}}
Jennifer Battlo
August 16, 2018 | Dunbar, WV | Friend
My awesome brother, Johnny, was a very kind man with a great sense of humour. I am glad he is no longer suffering and flying with the Angels now. I will miss his sweet smile❤❤
August 15, 2018
Youre gone to a better place my friend. This Isnt Good-Bye. Its Ill see you Later. You WILL be greatly Missed. Fly High and Live Peacefully For Now On, with No More Parkinson or Pain. Ill hold a Special Place In My Heart For You. ❤
S. Nelson
August 15, 2018 | Princeton, WV | Friend
