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Philip Caldwell Obituary
Caldwell was the first person to lead the automaker who wasn't a member of the Ford family.
The company says in an obituary that Caldwell died Wednesday of complications from a stroke. He was 93 years old.
Caldwell was named CEO in 1979 and board chairman in 1980. He retired from Ford in 1985 after 32 years with the company. During his time as CEO Ford turned from billions in losses back to profitability.
He also fostered development of the Taurus sedan, which became the top-selling car in America for several years and helped to save Ford from financial ruin.
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jw
November 17, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. I hope you can find comfort in the words written at (Jeremiah 29:11,12)
Linda
July 25, 2013
To the family of Philip Caldwell;
Offering my deepest condolences during this difficult time,
I'm so very sorry for your loss, death is something we are
never prepared for, but please find comfort in knowing God
has promised He will do away with sickness, pain and death
for His word is truth.
July 23, 2013
LET GOD'S HAND GUIDE YOU,AND MAY YOU TAKE COMFORT IN HIS WORD.("ANYONE DWELLING IN THE SECRET PLACE OF THE MOST HIGH WILL PROCURE HIMSELF LODGING UNDER THE SHADOW OF THE ALMIGHTY ONE.")pslm.91:1,HOPEFULLY THESE WORDS WILL BE OF COMFORT TO YOU.....MS.M
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July 17, 2013
My condolences to the family. Hopefully everyone's faith is keeping them strong and helping them to really rely on almighty God for comfort.
sharon newsome
July 17, 2013
Such a great loss.My thoughts and prayers go out.
July 17, 2013
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you.
Lydia Andrews DIEDRICH
July 15, 2013
I worked for Philip's brother, Wilson, for many years. He was so proud of his brother. My dad worked for Ford most of his life and admired Philip and his dedication to the company. RIP and when you see your brother, Wilson, tell him I said Hi.
G. Freeman
July 15, 2013
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.
Sherriea Gorden
July 15, 2013
Just a young girl when I started in 1976 and remember each time we met along with Joe Henley at the Las Vegas meetings and boy was it a different time in the world of work. Many blessing for all that you made better.
Samuel Jaramillo
July 14, 2013
I will always remember him for what he taught me and how he helped me. He was a great man. May he rest in peace.
Prof. Milburn Cleaver, OPA
July 13, 2013
My heart goes out to Mr. Caldwell's loved ones on their loss. Mr. Caldwell was a great American businessman who exhibited both intelligence and class. Rest In Peace, Sir.
William, Barbara, Alex Patton
July 13, 2013
Our sympathy to the Caldwell family in Conn. and in South Charleston, Ohio. Phil was a genuine person; never fogetting his hometown. We remember his graciousness in coming back to South Charleston for the dedication of our community park in the 1980's.
Kimberly Howard-Smith
July 13, 2013
...you will be dearly missed Uncle Phillip...we are so blessed that God shared you with all of us for 93 years...may we all find peace and comfort in the legacy of kindness and grace you left behind...
Raymond Borer
July 12, 2013
Our sympathy to the family we are a ford family too. 12 family & close friend worked at LORAIN FORD, all did 28 to one 44 yr. he did a great job was will thought of and will be remembed RIP
Lawrence Domagall
July 12, 2013
Sorry to hear of the passing of a good man and friend.
Richard Barker III
July 12, 2013
He was an effective, quiet leader who you wanted to follow. His leadership and management came at a crucial time in Ford's history. I had the opportunity to sit with him and experience all of this personally.
RH Barker (Ford Dealer)
Alice Stafford
July 12, 2013
My father retired from Ford many years ago and he would often speak about the old heads who knew how to run a business & look out for it's employees. He has now passed away but I'll always be faithful to Ford...thanks for all you did. God Bless you & your family.
July 12, 2013
With deepest sympathy to the Caldwell family during your time of grief...GOD is for you a refuge and strength, A help that is there to be found during difficult times...May GOD provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead...(Psalm 62:8).
Dwayne Bickham
July 12, 2013
in God's care rest in peace
July 12, 2013
As the days and weeks pass,an as you return o your daily routine,my you continue to be comforted with the love and support of family and friends. Draw lose to God and he will draw close to you.
July 11, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Anne Longley
July 11, 2013
I was a friend of Philip's brother, John, for many years in New Canaan...John always spoke proudly of his brother.
C. P
July 11, 2013
May the God who supplies all comfort support your family during this time of sorrow. We await the coming promise when "no resident will say I am sick." Isaiah 33.24
Mary Meredith
July 11, 2013
God Bless, may you RIP.................
July 11, 2013
Sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the Hearer of prayer at this time. Psalm 65:2
David Heuser
July 11, 2013
Although I never knew Mr. Caldwell personally, I read about him in Lee Iacocca's autobiography. Although the feud between Mr. Iacocca and Henry Ford II was very unfortunate, I admired Mr. Caldwell for doing for Ford what Lee Iacocca did for Chrysler in the 1980's. I currently own a 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser, and my next car will probably be a 2014 or newer Ford Fiesta equipped with the 3-cylinder engine and manual gearbox. His family is in my prayers.
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