Benjamin "Ben" Caldwell

Benjamin "Ben" Caldwell obituary, Holland, MI

Benjamin "Ben" Caldwell

Benjamin "Ben" Caldwell Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 20, 2017.
Benjamin D. Caldwell, age 28, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2017. Ben was a passionate young man who loved with his whole heart. He had a big smile and a strong hug and a heart that was filled with boundless grace. He loved the outdoors and adventure. He felt closest to God in the midst of His beautiful creation: the waves meeting the shore, being in the midst of a forest, watching the sunrise and sunset, and gazing at a campfire. He loved his family deeply. He adored his niece and nephew. Even in the midst of his struggle he loved God fiercely and made that love known to everyone he encountered. He brought joy and laughter to every occasion. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. We have all been forever impacted by our short time spent with him. He is survived by his parents; Dave & Terri Caldwell (Holland); sister, Denae & Scott Martin (Clermont, FL); niece & nephew, Harper & Jax; grandmother, Virginia Reed (Holland), grandfather, David Dotson (Lapeer, MI), and many uncles, aunts, and cousins. Visitation is 1:00-4:00 pm on Sunday, September 24, 2017 at Langeland Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th Street, Holland, MI 49423. Memorial services to be at 11:00 am on Monday, September 25 at Langeland Sterenberg Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be given to Teen Challenge Tallahassee, FL.

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September 25, 2017

Nance Clark posted to the memorial.

September 25, 2017

Fred Thomas posted to the memorial.

September 24, 2017

Bob Johnson posted to the memorial.

Nance Clark

September 25, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. Nothing can bring him back. Hold on to those memories. Prayers love Nance Clark

Fred Thomas

September 25, 2017

Our love and prayers, Dave and Terri. May His peace which certainly supersedes our understanding set a guard over your hearts and minds, especially today and the days to come. Fred and Ruth

Bob Johnson

September 24, 2017

Terri and Dave.. not enough prayers to heal your pain... will hold in my prayers at this difficult time.
sincerely, Bob Johnson Ship 9316

Cathy Dopp

September 24, 2017

Ben and "Team Disaster" working on Sheila's house in New Orleans. "People lovin' People".

Stefan Kurek

September 24, 2017

I am so incredibly sorry to hear this news. Your family will be in my thoughts.

Anton Blount

September 24, 2017

Terri and Dave, you are in my prayers. I really miss my friend Ben.
Anton Blount

Patricia Weerstra

September 22, 2017

Dear Teri, We at My House Ministry will be praying for you and your family.

Nathan Downing

September 22, 2017

Rest In Peace, Ben.

I was blessed to get to know Ben during my time in Hawaii YWAM. Even though it was a very short amount of time Ben impacted my life through sharing his story and grappling together what it means to love and serve God. This blurry picture was one that I

Rachel Lees

September 22, 2017

I was blessed to get to know Ben during my time in Hawaii YWAM. Even though it was a very short amount of time Ben impacted my life through sharing his story and grappling together what it means to love and serve God. This blurry picture was one that I made for Ben from a picture that God had given me. The iceberg showed how he may see the small impact that he has on others but really God has a huge plan for him that is good and that God may only see. I thought this message is still appropriate and true. I know God greatly impacted my life through Ben and that this is the same for many other people. I'm so sorry for your loss and I will be praying for the friends and family.

Tomás Nikkel

September 22, 2017

I am so very sorry for your loss, Dave and Terri. My heart goes out to you and you have my sympathy and prayers.

Brent and Alyssa Utter

September 22, 2017

So deeply sorry for your loss. Praying for you all.

Gary Matthews

September 22, 2017

Terri and Dave....I am praying for you as you walk this difficult journey. Love you both....Gary Matthews

Cathy and Larry Welbon

September 22, 2017

We first met Ben when he and our son, Evan, were representing Teen Challenge at a storefront in Thomasville, Ga on a Saturday morning. I remember thanking God that Evan had such a faithful young man by his side. We got the guys some lunch and coffee, of course. Ben loved his coffee! Another time, he came over to our home on a Sunday afternoon for lunch and coffee! We will always remember this wonderful young man. May you find peace in knowing that Ben is with his Lord and Savior. Ben's loss is immeasurable, but the impression he left on those he met will last forever. May God wrap his loving and healing arms around you.

Nancy Garcia

September 22, 2017

Sending prayers your way! All I know is that Ben was a great man of God. He was a great friend to many. My heart breaks for such a loss but I know that he's in a better place knowing the love of God.

Indirah Michmerhuizen

September 22, 2017

Dear Dave and Terry, my heart breaks for you, I cannot imagine what how you all feel right now. We pray for peace and comfort during this time of sorrow.

Cathy Dopp

September 22, 2017

Not many people could handle the challenges Ben faced, and even fewer could turn those challenges into a way to help others. But with his faith in God and the unwavering support of his family, Ben helped more people in his too short life than others ever could. I hope he can see that from where he is now

Jon, Will Watt

September 22, 2017

"Our deepest condolences to the Caldwell family.....Ben was a great friend to the both of us in and out of high school...May god be with you all and remember he has a plan for each and everyone of us"....

Kristina Harutoonian

September 22, 2017

I am very sorry for your loss. I met Ben in Kona and he was such a bright positive light. I pray you find peace in him being full of love with his Father

Fatima Branm

September 21, 2017

Sorry for your lost... May God be with the family

Amber Snyder

September 21, 2017

Terri, I am so very sorry to hear of your son's death. Know that I will pray for your comfort and peace.

September 21, 2017

Dave, Terri and Danae and families: We are so sorry for your unimaginal loss and pain. Praying for peace and comfort and sending hugs. Steve & Cori Frasso

Barbie Dawson

September 21, 2017

Dave and Teri, I am so sorry for the lose of your son

Benjamin and Simon Tennant

September 21, 2017

We mourn with you in this tragic loss and send our love.

Alex Figueroa

September 21, 2017

Ben, we had classes together in high school. You were nice to me the first day we met. You were a good person. Will miss you man. Rest in peace. Rest easy

Esther Kusmara

September 21, 2017

Deep condelences and sympathy for the family
God comfort and strengthen all the family in this hard time.

Dan McCrath

September 21, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. I am
Praying for your family. Christ said "in my father's house are many rooms..." I pray your Son's is glorious.

Terry and Marilyn Day

September 21, 2017

We are so sorry to see this of your loss, Terri and Dave and Scott and Danae. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. Yea, tho i walk thru the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil for YOU ARE WITH ME< May that be your comfort over the next days and months.

Juli Arndt

September 21, 2017

I was so saddened by this news my heart breaks for you all Terri, Dave and Denae and family.❤

barbara yandell

September 21, 2017

Dear Dave and Terri, I am staggering from many deaths of loved ones and now your great loss. So very sorry for this unimaginable tragedy of the loss of this son. May the God of all peace guard your heart and mind. Much love and prayer.

Jane Marsman

September 21, 2017

Our hearts go out to you Terri, Dave, and family. Such a heartbreaking loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in the promises of God and in the support of loved ones. Love, Thom and Jane Marsman and family

Faith Avery

September 21, 2017

Terri & Dave - My heart breaks for you! There are no words that can remove the grief you are feeling. Just know that you are loved so much by so many! The way you live your lives, pouring into others is a testament to your love for Christ and what a joy to know that your precious son Ben loved the Lord with his whole heart and now resides with his Heavenly Father where there are no more tears, no more pain and freedom from the hurts of this world. I love you Terri and am here for you always!

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