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Joann CALDWELL Obituary
88, passed away May 4, 2018 in Crestview, Florida. Born Oct 5, 1929 in Chicago to Herbert Bernreuter and Elizabeth Von Einem. Joann was preceded in death by husband, Harry N. Caldwell, of 56 years in 2005; and sister, Betty Jean Neilsen. Joann is survived by her four children, sons, Craig, Brad, and Barry Caldwell; and daughter, Joy Ligon; and seven grandchildren, Chad Caldwell, Christy Caldwell, Casey Lofe, Cody Anderson, Joanna Fasching, Ryan Caldwell, and Maiya Caldwell. Joann was passionate about painting, Chicago Cubs, Boston Terriers, and family. She earned a MFA from University of Illinois. Married Harry N. Caldwell on January 22, 1949. Moved to Decatur, Illinois in 1951. Joann gave birth to Craig in 1950, Brad 1952, Joy 1954, and Barry 1957. Harry was an architect while Joann taught painting at Millikin Univversity. In 1981 they moved to Spring Hill, Florida and she spent over 25 years on Florida Art Festival circuit winning top awards. In 2000 at age 70 Joann won Best of Show at the prestigious Festival of the Masters at Disney World. Her colorful paintings were a mix of realism and abstract expressionism. She will be missed.
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Kathleen Halpin
April 14, 2020
Dear Craig, Brad, Barry and Joy, your mom and mine were best friends in high school, and stayed close over the years. I am so sorry to learn of your mother's death. I always thought about her, because my mom had cards from her. My mom passed away in 2010. I feel bad that I didn't contact her before she died. But, I was looking at some paintings recently and saw one that she did, and bought it. It was "Grandmother and Baby". Your mother was so accomplished, and my mom always talked about her accomplishments. So, I just wanted to extend my sympathy to you all. Also, I just noticed your mom's middle name, Dolores, that was my mom's first name.
Fondly,
Kathy Halpin (Dolly's oldest daughter)
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