Photo courtesy of Honaker Funeral Home, Inc. - Slidell
Slidell, Louisiana
May 4, 1982 – Feb 26, 2026 (Age 43)
Robert “Rob” Caffery Jr, 43, of Madisonville, Louisiana, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026, in Covington, Louisiana.
Rob was born May 4, 1982, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Robert Caffery and Martha Bateman. In 2020 he married Arianne Kiesel in Covington, Louisiana.
He is survived by his wife, Arianne Caffery; his father, Robert Caffery; mother, Martha Bateman; a sister, Lauren Caffery; and his beloved dogs, Beaux and Rex.
He proudly served in the United States Navy from December 2001 to December 2006, achieving the rank of Aviation Ordnanceman Second Class (AO2). During his service, he was stationed aboard the USS Ronald Reagan and USS Abraham Lincoln. His honors included the National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (2), Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal.
Memorial Services will be held on Friday, March 13, 2026, at The Village Church Lutheran, 29180 Hwy 190, Lacombe LA 70445.
The memorial service will begin promptly at 4:00pm with military honors including playing of Taps and presentation of the flag followed by a reception at the church ending at 7:00pm.
Read MoreI am so sorry for your loss. - cousin Caroline Senter
Caroline Senter
March 12, 2026 | Family
Fairs winds brother. It was an honor to serve with you. My daughter will forever know you helped convince her dad to agree on her first name. I will never forget your late night runs to grab me Chinese food during those pregnancy cravings. Thanks for being such an awesome human & best roommate we could ask for.
Celia Buckner
March 09, 2026
Fair winds Brother ! I am proud to have served with you. You are forever in my heart. I will carry your memories with me forever. RIP
Carli Anderberg
March 07, 2026 | Military
It was an Honor to have served with you Caffery. It was an great having you aboard. Rest easy we have the watch now. Fair winds and fallowing seas. AO2(AW) THOMPSON. RET.
ELIE THOMPSON
March 07, 2026 | Military
While I did not know Robert, I know Ari loved him and he made her happy. For that reason he will be missed. I will be praying for you all in these very troubling times.
James and Kelly Ziegel
March 06, 2026 | San Diego, CA | Family
Rob always someone in good spirits glad to have served with you God Speed Shipmate we have the Watch!
Luther Sawicki
March 06, 2026 | Ashtabula, OH | Friend
Heavenly Blossoms Bouquet VASE INCLUDED
Schulthess Family
March 05, 2026
Rest in peace Sailor.
Marine Corps brother
March 05, 2026 | Military
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Much love, Brad and Lora Haddox
Lora Haddox
March 04, 2026 | Madisonville, LA | Friend