Charles Thomas "Tom" Caldwell
Charles Thomas "Tom" Caldwell
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Before Tom's passing, he resided in Leavenworth, Kansas.
Tom was raised in Bonner Springs and graduated from Bonner Springs High School. He was the oldest of three boys, brothers, David and Raymond Caldwell.
Tom held multiple jobs and was a hard worker. His jobs include Meyer Dairy, in Basehor Kansas, for over 18 years. He then worked and retired from Lansing Correctional Facility as a locksmith and correctional officer.
His first marriage was to Kathy Eyerly and they raised three kids, Mike, Mary and Sheri in Basehor Kansas.
His second marriage was to Mary Ann Emmett and she had 4 kids, Chris, Jama, Julie and Kelli, all of Leavenworth Kansas.
Tom was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching the Kansas City Chiefs football as well as KU basketball.
He enjoyed hunting and gardening and was an all around fix it handyman.
He leaves behind his 3 kids: Mike Caldwell, Mary Seaton (Eddie), and Sheri Cornwell (Steve).
His wife, Mary Ann, her 4 kids: Chris Couch (Debbie), Jama Cloke (Mike), Julie Gould (Pat), Kelli Lester (Darcy Andrews).
Brothers David Caldwell and Raymond Caldwell (Brenda).
17 Grandkids : Kevin Cornwell, Melissa Cornwell, Symon (Jamie) Seaton, Sam Seaton, Raeney Seaton, Briana Couch, Hunter (Bridget) Couch, Connor Couch, Trevor Couch, Tyler Couch, Sloan (Courtney) Cloke, Shelby (Kaysie) Cloke, Shaed Cloke Peyton (Cal) James, Madeline Gould, Ben Gould and Connor Andrews.
7 great grandkids : Miah Seaton, Rowan Seaton, Brayden Couch, Harper Cloke, Avery Cloke, Daniel Cloke, and Simon Cloke.
And his little dog, Penny.
Private graveside services celebrating Tom's life to be held at a later date.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
6 Entries
John Bechtold
February 5, 2026
Tom was a good guy , co worker and friend. Enjoyed many a days working with him and at his house. Rest in peace my friend.
Yvonne Sieg and David Finger
February 1, 2026
Tom was a good man and a pleasure to be around with his good humor and he always had a smile. Condolences to his family.
KathyGates
January 31, 2026
Sincere sympathy and prayers to his family.
Paul D. Amos
January 31, 2026
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Ron & Ann McDowell
January 31, 2026
Worked with Tom at Lansing correctional. He was a awsome guy always had a smile. Condolences to his family. RIP T.C.
Robbie Boatright
January 30, 2026
Tom was always a great guy to be around. Always had a smile on his face. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. Sending prayers for comfort and strength
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