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Randall Caldwell Obituary
A graduate of Bethel High School, Randy worked at GTE Sylvania, owned and operated Randy's Gun Shop and retired from Atlantic Communications after years of selling and installing two-way radios and public safety equipment for police, fire and government agencies. An avid outdoorsman, Randy enjoyed hunting, fishing, wildlife and guns which led him to work for Bass Pro Shop as the Hunting Manager for over 7 years.
Randy was dependable, steadfast and loyal - a man who could be called on at any time to respond. He was a fierce protector of family and friends. He kept your knives sharp. He taught you safety. He cut the grass. He was your emergency contact. He reminded you when ammo was on sale. He walked you to your car. He always had a life story to share. He invited you to foosball and poker night. He texted you the weather and breaking news before you heard it elsewhere. He supported 1st responders always and had special friendships with many Hampton police/fire people. He checked the wildlife cameras and protected the animals on the family's North Carolina property. He escorted Santa into Bass Pro every Christmas. He could recall more than one embarrassing story about you. He yelled for quiet one minute and hit you with marshmallows the next. He threatened birthday spankings and gave bear hugs instead. He put a healthy fear in would-be suitors. He was Papa Bear. Papa Protector.
Visitation with the family will be Friday, March 25th, 6-8pm and service Saturday, March 26th, 1pm at Todds Lane Bible Church, 1457 Todds Lane, Hampton, VA 23666. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Grove Christian Outreach Center (groveoutreach.com), Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (dwr.virginia.gov/donate), North Carolina Wildlife Resources (ncwildlife.org/donate) or any wildlife conservation organization of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
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Steve Vick
August 15, 2024
Randy was childhood friend who became a dedicated husband, father, grandfather and family member, college and friend to all whom knew him. Every time I ever interacted with him he was quite engaged in helping others and teaching everybody around him about living life on purpose and doing things right. God bless his wife and family and those who loved him most during this time of loss and reflection. Randy will never be forgotten by those who him and may the Lord bless his entire family from his legacy of caring and being concerned for others.
Alonzo Lewis
March 15, 2023
We all miss seeing you at Bass Pro Shops, and hearing you say.. another day in paradise.
Karen Washington
April 9, 2022
I attended elementary school with Randy and he was a dear, sweet kid. It is not surprising that he grew into a kind and caring man. My deepest condolences on your loss.
Sherry Armstrong Morris
March 27, 2022
I grew up with Randy his family lived next door. My deepest sympathy and prayers for his family.
Mary Scott
March 26, 2022
GOD took a good one too early!!! Randy was a Great Friend and true Protector!! Rest In Peace, my Friend!
Chip Raines
March 24, 2022
Randy, You will never be forgotten. You were a great friend for many years. I am going to miss our talks about hunting and guns. RIP Sir!
Marco (Agent19)
March 23, 2022
My brother your passing has crushed all that knew you. In the short time we knew each other I knew from day one we'd be life long friends. I look forward to seeing you again.
Brian Williams
March 21, 2022
Randy was a close friend for over 30 years. He was the best man at my wedding and also my best friend in life. He was the only friend I had that I could call anytime night or day and he would drop what he was doing and come. Randy was always on my side even when I was wrong. That's just the kind of friend he was, the kind you can't replace... he was like a brother to me and like an uncle to my son Brady. I loved him and will always miss the friend I had in him. I'm deeply sorry for the loss to his family and friends. It has impacted all our lives.
Gay Johnson
March 21, 2022
All my best thoughts , love, and prayers are with Randys wonderful family, our Bass pro family is deeply saddened. my heart cries for all of you, thank you for sharing Randy with us, as he made us all a better person.
Connie Murk
March 21, 2022
There is so much one can say about Randy. He will truly be missed by all of us here at Bass Pro. My sincerest condolences to his family and friends. Such a tremendous loss for us all. Rest in Paradise my friend.
David & Karen Steveson
March 21, 2022
Gone to soon and will be greatly missed. Randy was a great co-worker, a great friend and we will miss his saying, "another day in paradise" Rest in peace my friend. I will miss our talks.
Our thoughts and prayers with you Leslie and family.
G
March 21, 2022
So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.
Alonzo Lewis
March 21, 2022
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Liz and Chuck Johnson
March 21, 2022
Randy will be greatly missed-no one could ask for a better friend to work with. He gave 100% to everything he did and to everyone he knew. His kindness and knowledge was limitless which he shared with everyone.
To Leslie and family, our prayers are with you. The BPS family is there for you.
Rest in peace friend.
Bonita Powers
March 20, 2022
Randy a great man. Thank you for your dedicated service to the Hampton Police Division. You will be missed. Leslie my God bless your amd the family.
Rusty Jones
March 20, 2022
I first meet Randy when we both worked at Thompson Ford dealership , we were both in High School. Always a hard worker and ready to help anybody. I ended up at HPD and he was at Atlantic Communications , nothing changed he was ready to help and address & resolve any issue you had.
I offer my prayers for Leslie & the family & the reminder that Jesus said we will bw together again. ❤
Darrell Nelson
March 20, 2022
Anyone that could call Randy Caldwell their friend..
(Truly had a friend)
George Rinaldi
March 20, 2022
I am very saddened to hear of Randy's passing.
David Collier
March 20, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Amy winkles
March 20, 2022
Working with Randy at bass pro was a joy. He was always helpful and I am forever grateful for all the things he taught me. I always looked forward to working with him. We joked and had fun and when we needed to we were serious. He had such a good caring heart. He will be truly missed by many. Rest easy my friend.
Karen Golden (KG)
March 20, 2022
It has been a true honor to know and work with Randy. Randy was already an Angel here on Earth. So there is no doubt in my mind he has his heavenly wings. My life has been so much richer just from working with him. He cared for all no matter who you were. Randy's family was important to him. He shared many stories from his adult children to grandbabies. Bass Pro has loss an incredible man. Love and Prayers to the family. Rest in Peace.
kb and Wayne
March 20, 2022
A better friend you could not find. For everyone. And to see his legacy, simply look to his family. Randy's death leaves so many holes. But the main one is in our hearts.
Rest in Peace. Keep a watch over us. Love you so.
Brian Rueger
March 20, 2022
I new Randy via the Hampton Fire Dept when he was employed with Atlantic Communication. I remember him as a very knowledgeable and helpful person. We talked a lot about communications. He took great care of the fire department radio equipment. I'm sure that he will be greatly missed.
Ray Burcher (Matt)
March 19, 2022
Randy was a lifelong friend. He was also my brother-in-law. In many ways he has made his family proud. He was a good husband and provider. I know for sure he has made my wife his sister proud many times. But one thing I know for sure I knew his dad well and he has made his dad very proud of him. I was lucky to call him a friend a brother-in-law and part of my family. Rest in peace Randy there are not
Tom Damron
March 19, 2022
RIP my friend, you were a true gem in my life I’ll never forget you.
Bill Cowper
March 19, 2022
Worked partime at Bass for 17 year meet a lot of good people but few I enjoyed more than Randy. I was at Bass Pro two weeks ago and I went by his office to say hello and so glad I did. I shall miss him. We where kindred souls, I am a 30 veteran of the volunteer fire department, former 911 dispatcher and gun nut
Mark Birdsong
March 19, 2022
It was an honor knowing you Mr. Caldwell. Your wealth of knowledge for anything hunting was truly amazing. You will be missed.
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