Reginald Caldwell Jr.

In Loving Memory of Reginald Sylvester Caldwell, Jr.
Reginald Sylvester Caldwell, Jr. was born on April 2, 1956, in Austin,
Texas, to Reginald Sylvester Caldwell, Sr. and Merilyss Parks-Johnson.
Affectionately known as "Reggie," he was a beloved son, family member,
and friend whose presence brought warmth and laughter to many.
At an early age, Reggie accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior. He was
baptized under the pastoral leadership of the late Reverend F.C. Ransom
and became a devoted member of Mt. Sinai Baptist Church, where he
began building the foundation of his lifelong faith. Reggie's early education took place in the heart of East Austin, where he attended Rosewood Elementary, Kealing Junior High, and McCallum High School. He later became a proud graduate of the original L.C. Anderson High School, Class of 1974. Pursuing higher education, Reggie attended Laney Junior College in Oakland, California, and later completed his Associate of Arts diploma in Electronics at Nixon Clay. Reginald S. Caldwell, Jr., was first united in marriage to Deborah Arnold-Mack, and from that union one child was born. He later married Audrey Edmondson-Caldwell, and they have been married for over 38 years. Nochildren to this union, Reggie lovingly embraced Audrey's three sons as his own.
Reginald was a skilled General Contractor, a trade he learned from his
grandfather, the late Arthur Parks. He proudly served 6½ years of active duty in the United States Army as a Radar Technician, earning an Honorable Discharge and full military honors in recognition of his service. Following his military career, Reggie worked for over 35 years in Corporate America in the field of Information Technology with respected companies such as Dell, MCI, and MRSW. He also spent 11 years as a Bus Operator with Capital Metro and as a UT Shuttle Bus Driver.
In later years, Reggie joined his daughter and son-in-law at their family business, Special Protection Security Services, where he served with pride and professionalism as a Level III Certified Security Officer for four years. Reginald was a kind soul with a vibrant personality and a contagious sense of humor. He loved to tell jokes, and anyone who spent time with him was sure to laugh and leave with a smile. His playful spirit made him the life of any gathering. He was truly a gentle giant, warm, welcoming, and full of joy.
A lifelong football fan, Reggie proudly cheered for his favorite team, the Dallas Cowboys. He was also well known for his barbecue and fish frys. He found peace in fishing, joy in music, and fulfillment in spending time with family and friends. Reggie's presence lit up every room, and his legacy of laughter and love will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. Reggie was preceded in death by his loving parents, Merilyss Parks
Johnson and Reuben L. Johnson, Sr. (Stepfather) Reginald S. Caldwell Sr. and Connie Easley-Caldwell (Stepmother); paternal grandparents, Badora Hendricks-Caldwell and John Caldwell; maternal grandparents, Henrietta Houston-Collins and Arthur Parks (Mamie Gregg-Parks); two brothers Gerald Caldwell and Varnard Caldwell Sr.; stepbrother Derrick Lancaster; stepson, Antonio Leon Franklin; nephew, Joshua Wilson.
Reggie leaves to cherish his precious memories: Wife, Audrey Edmondson-Caldwell, Children, LeeDionne Latrish Caldwell "Mikki" (Glenn Jones), Andre Edmondson, Bryan Keith Edmondson; Siblings, April Caldwell-Gayden (Marx Gayden), stepsister Yolanda E. Wilson (Raymond Wilson), stepbrothers Reuben L. Johnson Jr., Alonzo Johnson, and
Anthony Lancaster; Grandchildren, Dejanay Hill and Aaron Franklin; Nieces, Airel Gayden, Eboni Gayden, and Tarmara Wilson; Nephews, John-Aruther Caldwell, Varnard Caldwell, Jr., and Brandon Easley; Great Nieces and Nephews, Bailee, Aubree, Ja' Ceon Caldwell, and Da'marea White.
Reggie will be laid to rest with honor at the Central Texas State Veterans
Cemetery in Killeen, Texas.
Scriptures:
Philippians 4:13~ I can do all things through Christ, which strengthens me.
Ecclesiastes Chapter 1 verses 1-8.
Psalms 23 verses 1-6.
Acknowledgments
The family of Reginald Sylvester Caldwell, Jr. would like to express our
gratitude to everyone during this time of bereavement. We would also like
to give special thanks to Mt. Sinai Baptist church family and King Tears
Mortuary.