Merle Edward Caldwell

Merle Edward Caldwell obituary

Merle Edward Caldwell

Merle Caldwell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by MJS Mortuaries - Farmland Chapel on Sep. 27, 2025.

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Merle Edward Caldwell, 91, of Parker City, IN, passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025. He was born in Muncie, IN, on June 18, 1934, a son of the late Murial (McClain) Straley and Paul Caldwell. Merle was formerly employed by Dayton Walther, but many know him as the "Candle Man" from Ed's Glass & More in Muncie, IN. He was a member of Pennville Methodist Church and enjoyed listening to Karaoke, buying lottery tickets, chewing on a nice King Edwards Cigar, talking with friends, watching game shows, or the Purdue Boilermakers. Per his request there will be no public services. Burial will be held in Hillcrest Cemetery in Redkey, IN, at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to MJS Mortuaries - Farmland Chapel.

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