Randall (Randy) S. Caldwell Sr, 60, joined his heavenly Father suddenly and unexpectedly on March 14 ^th , 2022.  A lifelong resident of Hampton, Randy was born July 3, 1961 and preceded in death by his parents Johnny and Betty Caldwell.  He is survived by his wife of 42 yrs, Leslie Blount Caldwell; son, Randall S. Caldwell Jr. (Krystal); daughter Lucille Gellerman (Kevin) and daughter Hannah Cordero (Brian); granddaughters Adrianna Shirk, Rebecca Shirk, Hope Gellerman, Kaylee Caldwell and Kenzie Caldwell; his sister Sandy Burcher (Ray); and many other family members and friends.

A graduate of Bethel High School, Randy worked at GTE Sylvania, owned and operated Randy's Gun Shop and retired from Atlantic Communications after years of selling and installing two-way radios and public safety equipment for police, fire and government agencies.  An avid outdoorsman, Randy enjoyed hunting, fishing, wildlife and guns which led him to work for Bass Pro Shop as the Hunting Manager for over 7 years.

Randy was dependable, steadfast and loyal - a man who could be called on at any time to respond.  He was a fierce protector of family and friends.  He kept your knives sharp.  He taught you safety.  He cut the grass.  He was your emergency contact.  He reminded you when ammo was on sale.  He walked you to your car.  He always had a life story to share.  He invited you to foosball and poker night.  He texted you the weather and breaking news before you heard it elsewhere.  He supported 1 ^st responders always and had special friendships with many Hampton police/fire people.  He checked the wildlife cameras and protected the animals on the family's North Carolina property.  He escorted Santa into Bass Pro every Christmas.  He could recall more than one embarrassing story about you. He yelled for quiet one minute and hit you with marshmallows the next. He threatened birthday spankings and gave bear hugs instead.  He put a healthy fear in would-be suitors.  He was Papa Bear.  Papa Protector.

Visitation with the family will be Friday, March 25 ^th , 6-8pm and service Saturday, March 26 ^th , 1pm at Todds Lane Bible Church, 1457 Todds Lane, Hampton, VA 23666.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Grove Christian Outreach Center (groveoutreach.com), Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (dwr.virginia.gov/donate), North Carolina Wildlife Resources (ncwildlife.org/donate) or any wildlife conservation organization of your choice.