Mar 28, 2018


CALDWELL, William Brian of Horseshoe Lake, Arden, Ontario. December 22, 1950 - March 18, 2018. Died peacefully in his favourite spot, at the table by the big window looking out on the lake. Survived by his three children: Ian Caldwell (Natasha Webster), Mary Caldwell (Daniel Steinberg), David Caldwell (Julie Williams); three grandchildren: Viola, Liesl and Isabel "Ella"; two sisters: Gayle Caldwell and Kathyrn Lauzon (née Caldwell); sisterinlaw: Dakshina Clark (née Compeau). Predeceased by his wife, Esther Dawn Caldwell (née Skidmore). Son of Francis Stitt (née O’Shaughnessy) (1924-2012) and William Caldwell (1928-1989), and brother of Victoria Caldwell (1958-1991). It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to a man who, throughout his lifetime, valued nothing more dearly than his loved ones. Brian was the ultimate adventurer, despite the quietness of his life in its final years. With his beloved wife Esther, he travelled the world at a young age, sharing with her a love of learning and exploring, documenting their travels in photographs and letters. Settling into a family life in Canada with three children and many cats through the years, Brian was a source of comfort and security for many around him, as well as being a link within the family as the frequent host of August family reunions and Thanksgiving gettogethers. The last decade saw too many losses for the extended family and for Brian in particular, most especially the losses of Esther and his mother, Fran, yet one could often still glimpse the same fun-loving, warm, and teasing person he always was. He had many hobbies throughout the years, although reading and spending time at the cottage remained the most important for him. His love of his immediate and extended family was always apparent, with a special affection for his sisters and his children and grandchildren. Photos of Ian, Mary, David, and the grandchildren Viola, Liesl, and Ella surrounded his favored seat in the cottage, and even in moments when his strength was lessened by his struggle with COPD, he always maintained his love and affection for others, often demonstrated in his own unique ways. He will be remembered fondly by family and friends, and sorely missed. We hope that he is reunited with Esther now, and enjoying peace and freedom from pain in his afterlife. Condolences and memories of Brian can be sent to his family via his daughter Mary at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lakefield Animal Welfare Society, the Gananoque & District Humane Society, or a charity of your choice.

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