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ADAM CALDWELL Obituary

ADAM MATHEW CALDWELL, 44, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Monday, Feb. 27, 2012, at Lutheran Hospital with family by his side. He graduated from Rich Central High School, Olympia Fields, Ill.; was an Illinois State Wrestling Champion in 1986; a graduate of Indiana University in 1991; and an IU scholarship wrestler. He was a History teacher and wrestling coach at Concord High School, Elkhart, Ind. and Southwest Allen County Schools, Fort Wayne; an Operations Manager at Allstar Communications; and an Industrial Sales Rep at Graybar Electric. He was a devoted husband of 20 years to Natalie (Dillon); loving father of Corey and Seth and dog, Abner; devoted son of David and Arlene Caldwell (Kruslak); loving brother of Kimlee Caldwell, Tammy (John) Dobrez, Kelly (David) Perry, Kevin (Kelly) Caldwell, David Caldwell, John (Rebecca) Caldwell, and Treyci (Ahmed) Horkos; beloved uncle of 16; great uncle of three; and dear friend to many. "Adam had an incredible passion for his son's soccer, his daughter's shared love of boating, as well as an affinity for the Indianapolis Colts that he shared with his wife, Natalie. All will miss Adam's humor, kindness and dedication to his family, friends and love of life." Family and friends are invited to join the family in celebrating Adam's life from 3 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 2, 2012, at Chestnut Hills Golf Course, 11502 Illinois Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46814. (260) 625-4146.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers from Feb. 29 to Mar. 1, 2012.

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Thaddeus Molnar

March 27, 2012

Hi . I don't know if you remember me, my name is Thaddeus. Adam was my and my twin brother Seth's wrestling coach at Concord. He was a great guy, a great coach, and an even better person. Seth and I talk about him often. He will be missed.

Julie VanDenBerg

March 2, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Caldwell Family. Our deepest sympathy.

Julie, Chris, Chase and Gracie VanDenBerg

Cristine Caldwell

March 2, 2012

Natalie, Corey and Seth, I am so sorry for your loss. I know it has been awhile since I have seen Adam but there was a time when we were all very much a part of each others lives. I have so many memories of Adam. He was a wonderful uncle to Evan and Grant. He was always kind, patient and so funny. Everyone would smile the minute he walked into the room. A good man. He always loved, was so loved and I know he will be missed by many. My thoughts are with you and the entire family. Rest in Peace Adam. Love, Cristine

March 2, 2012

May the God of peace be with the Caldwell family.Our sincere condolences to you.

Tony Hunter

March 1, 2012

Natalie, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I recently lost my brother and sister and when the tough days come I read this and it helps. We all loved Adam and will miss him.
Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush I am the swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry; I am not there, I did not die.

Tony Hunter

March 1, 2012

Natalie, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I recently lost my brother and sister and when the tough days come I read this and it helps. We all loved Adam and will miss him.
Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I did not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush I am the swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry; I am not there, I did not die.

Patrick & Esperanza Gregory

March 1, 2012

All of our family is sorry for your loss and hope that you will accept our best wishes and our sincere condolences.

Niki McIntire

March 1, 2012

Our hearts and prayers go out to you. We will miss Uncle Adam. Love, The McIntires

Tim Gilbert

March 1, 2012

So very sorry to hear of Adam's passing. He was a great person to be around and so full of life. Prayers are with you all during this time.

Art Schuldt

March 1, 2012

Hello my name is Art Schuldt and I was Adams wrestling coach at Crete-Monee and Rich Central HS. Adam was truly an inspiration to us all and he was what every coach dreams about. He inspired everyone to not only be a better wrestler, but a better person. My thoughts and prayers go out to
you and the entire Caldwell family.

Amanda Lutter

March 1, 2012

Very sorry for your loss. It was such a wonderful experience getting to know Adam. He always made me smile and I loved sharing wrestling stories with him.

Nena Micic

March 1, 2012

Dear Caldwells,
We are so saddened to hear of Adam's passing. He will be greatly missed by many. I have such wonderful memories from our youth. I'll always remember him for his smile and great energy! My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Know that I am here for you.
Our deepest sympathies,
Nena and family

CHERYL SOLAN

February 29, 2012

TO OUR DEAR FRIENDS KEVIN AND KELLY AND FAMILY, WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. ADAM WAS A RAY OF SUNSHINE, HE WAS A POSITIVE FORCE.HE SMILED EASILY AND LAUGHED OFTEN. HE WAS TOTALLY DEVOTED TO HIS FAMILY. YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND OUR PRAYERS AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. WITH LOVE AND SYMPATHY. CHERYL AND STEVE SOLAN

Lance Ellis

February 29, 2012

Very sorry for your loss. The Ellis family is praying for Adams family and friends.

karen squeglia

February 29, 2012

Natalie Corey, Seth we have been gone from Ft Wayne for almost 6 years but eveytime we would come to town Gerard would always make his way to your house to see Seth And Adam he says that his visits wont be the same he will miss Adam as well as us even thought we been gone from there we never stoped thinkig about you guys and the soccer bond will always bring us together we will remember you in our prayers
All our Love The Squeglia Family

Karen Squeglia

February 29, 2012

Natalie Corey, Seth we have been gone from Ft Wayne for almost 6 years but eveytime we would come to town Gerard would always make his way to your house to see Seth And Adam he says that his visits wont be the same he will miss Adam as well as us even thought we been gone from there we never stoped thinkig about you guys and the soccer bond will always bring us together we will remember you in our prayers
All our Love The Squeglia Family

February 29, 2012

TO OUR DEAR CALDWELL FAMILY, OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS TIME OF SORROW. SORRY WE CAN NOT BE THERE WITH YOU TO CELEBRATE HIS LIFE, WE ARE ON VACATION IN LOUSIANA.. OUR HEARTS GO OUT THE WHOLE FAMILY. ADAM WAS A WONDERFUL YOUNG MAN, PEACE TO ALL. ANNE AND BILL NEAL

February 29, 2012

Dear Natalie, Corey, Seth and Abner, We are so deeply saddened by the loss of Adam. We have all lost a truly great man and friend. Adam will always be remembered in our hearts. Our love to all of you. Eric, Truly and Carter Hamlin

Karen Emerson

February 29, 2012

We are so terribly sorry to hear of your loss. Our son, Weston, had Adam as as wrestling coach at Woodside sixteen years ago. Even though it was many years ago, we will always remember the great influence he had on our son, who was very small and not very confidant at that time. Adam always encouraged the boys and helped our son tremendously. He was a wonderful example and we are sure will be greatly missed. With all of our sympathy, Mike and Karen Emerson

robert hutchison

February 29, 2012

rest in peace my friend prayers to the Adams family so sorry for your loss .

Carol Miller

February 29, 2012

Natalie, Corey, Seth, and Abner

We will truly miss Adam. He is gone but never forgotten. His laugh and smile will remain in our hearts. Know that he touched many lives and we are all sorry for your loss. We are always here for you and know that we share your grief. Adam was taken from us way to soon.
With Deepest Sympathy,


Carol, Todd, Nathan and Bailey Miller

Milan Eaton

February 29, 2012

Caldwell Family, Sorry for your loss.

February 29, 2012

Caldwell family,
You're in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We will missing seeing Adam's friendly smile in the neighborhood.
With Sympathy,

The Todd's
(Walt, Janet, Megan, Matthew & Marissa)

Carol Miller

February 29, 2012

Natalie, Corey, Seth, Abner

Though he may be gone he will not be forgotten. Adam's smile and laugh will remain in our hearts forever. He was a great friend and will be truly missed. We are so glad to have known him and we are here if you need anything. Lots of love to you and your family.

Deepest Sympathy,

Carol, Todd, Nathan, Bailey Miller

February 29, 2012

So sorry for your loss.. The Lesniak family.

Kristin Gumbert Milne

February 29, 2012

Caldwell family,

Thinking of you all during this time of great sadness. I have such great memories of Adam from when we were younger, Kris. I'll always remember him as this fun, energetic, kind man. Love to you and your family.

With sympathy,

Kristin/Gummybear

Todd Miller

February 29, 2012

In loving memory of a special person. Thanks for all of the great memories. We will miss you. May you rest in peace.

Abner and Bailey, Adam you taught us not to sweat the small stuff

Carol Miller

February 29, 2012

Abner, Copper and Bailey playing -- Abmer will miss you Adam

Carol Miller

February 29, 2012

Carol Miller

February 29, 2012

Natalie, Corey, Seth and Abner,

Though Adam is gone his spirit and love of life will live on with all of us. We will forever remember his smile, his laugh, and love for his family and friends. We are all better for knowing him and I am glad all of you are in our lives. Thanks for sharing such a special person with us and know that he will be sadly missed. We are here for you, please let us know if there is anything you need any time.

With love, Carol, Todd , Nathan and Bailey Miller

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