Philip Allen Caldwell

Philip Allen Caldwell, 90, of Bettendorf, passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Unity Point Hospital, Bettendorf. Per his wishes cremation rites have been accorded. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Inurnment will take place at the Rock Island National Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at www.weertsfh.com

Philip was born on August 20, 1931 in Davenport to Maurice Senn and Edna Ann (Niemann) Caldwell. He graduated from Davenport High School and St. Ambrose University. He was united in marriage to Eloise Aneidra Ripperton on February 6, 1954 in Iowa City, IA while a student there. He served with the 5th Regimental Combat team in 1952 in Korea and was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge, the Purple Heart with Oak Leaf Cluster and Bronze Star. He was a founding member of the Cornbelt Running Club and ran hundreds of races including 26 marathons. Philip retired from the Rock Island Arsenal after 16 years of employment.

Philip is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Eloise; children, Joy (John) Huffman, Michael Caldwell, Beth (John) Weber, Linda (Daniel) Post, Kevin Caldwell, Scott (Carol) Caldwell, Craig (Randy) Caldwell-Krizan; 15 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Kenneth Caldwell.