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Funeral Homes in Caldwell, WV
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Zip codes in the city: 24925.
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Facts about the city
Caldwell is an unincorporated community in Greenbrier County, West Virginia, United States. Caldwell is located on U.S. Route 60 3 miles (4.8 km) southeast of Lewisburg. Caldwell has a post office with ZIP code 24925.The earliest History of Caldwell is centered on Elmhurst, as there wasn't any village of any size until after 1900. Elmhurst Tavern was located on part of the Anderson Lands. The Tavern was built in1824 by Henry B. Hunter, son -in-law of Captain Anderson. The Anderson mansion was on the other side of the river. Elmhurst was operated for years as a stage stop, being only a few yards from the toll bridge over which passed the east and west stage and wagon road. The Bridge over the Greenbrier river was built in 1821.The tavern with its extensive acreage was sold in 1848 at auction together with a gristmill in court proceedings of Allen T. Caperton, executor of Henry Erskine's estate v. Henry B. Hunters Heirs. Elmhurst was bought by Jon A . North who in 1851 presented the tavern property as a wedding present to his daughter, Isabelle, (Mrs. James R Caldwell) The Caldwells took up their residence two years later. So with all this said, The name Caldwell for the town comes from the marriage of Isabelle Abney North to James Robinson Caldwell married on November 24, 1852.The Tavern had been a favorite stopping place in the early days, It was especially convenient as an attractive place for \"picnic parties\" from the Old White. Records show that Martin Van Buren and his Secretary of War were honored guests there August 25, 1837. The Tavern is now a few feet lower than the present Highway was originally on the same level as the turnpike. It was well placed to appeal to the weary travelers who, pausing to pay toll at the dusty old covered bridge, could not fail to stop at the tree -shaded Inn.Mr Hunter also operated a large wagon and blacksmith shop as well as a gristmill. He obtained exemptions from six and one fourth cents bridge toll not only for himself and his family but for his customers as well.Following the battle of Lewisburg in 1862, The retreating confederates under General Heath burned the bridge. A Ferry was later established by Hunter and a son, Henry F. Hunter, who lost his life by drowning in an attempt to secure the ferry .In 1861 the Caldwell Family had suffered the loss of three daughters from Diphtheria and the serious illness of Mrs Caldwell in 1864. Due to her condition the family was unable to flee to safety when the news came of Hunter's retreat from Lynchburg. All they had time to do was to conceal their most valued possessions. The silverware was buried under the floor of a poultry house, which is still standing.When the confederate troops arrived, their intention was to burn the house and other buildings . The officer in charge was told of the illness of Mrs. Caldwell. Thinking it only an excuse he ordered his physician to examine her. Finding her condition critical the Physician stated it would kill her to be moved, so Elmhurst escaped the torch.During the early part of this century this property was sold to Ashford M. Caldwell, who was unrelated to the family. About 1918 John North Caldwell bought back the house and forty acres of land . This property was still in the possession of the descendants of Jon A. North whose grandson J.North Caldwell died in 1940.In 1953 The Caldwell Family sold the Inn to Clement Grangier, former chef at the Greenbrier Hotel in nearby White Sulphur Springs, who operated it as an Inn. The Post Office was Established in 1879 and named after the Caldwell Family who were the first settlers. Mr James Watkins was a pioneer merchant who conducted a general store and was the first postmaster. Mr. Watkins owned all the land in the valley around Caldwell. In 1910 a lot sale was held and the village 0f Caldwell started building . Before this time there were only about six houses.The first hard road which ran through Caldwell was built in 1917. In 1930 this road was relocated and widened. The present site of the bridge across Greenbrier River was built in 1932. Better methods of transportation made it possible for many of the residents of Caldwell to work in White Sulpur, Lewisburg, and Ronceverte.In 1925 the City of White Sulpur Springs voted a bond issue, One of the three buildings constructed was the Caldwell School. The Monroe Draft School was discontinued and the pupils were then transported to Caldwell . At the same time another one -room School, Coal Bank was discontinued and the students were transported to Lewisburg. At this time the High School students were transported to White Sulpur Springs to attend school.The Caldwell Presbyterian church was built in 1920. The Pentecostal Holiness Church was organized about the same time .For more information contact the North House Museum in Lewisburg, WV.
Caldwell Obituaries
It was written by Alleghany Journal on April 22nd, 2022 that Donald Lee Adwell perished in Caldwell, West Virginia. Adwell was 70 years old. Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Donald Lee's life.
It was reported by Alleghany Journal on February 16th, 2022 that Basil Capaldo passed on in Caldwell, West Virginia. Capaldo was 78 years old. Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Basil's life.
It was written by Alleghany Journal on December 4th, 2021 that Mary Ellen Masters died in Caldwell, West Virginia. Masters was 84 years old. Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Mary Ellen's life.
It was reported by Alleghany Journal on November 6th, 2021 that John A Buffo passed away in Caldwell, West Virginia. Buffo was 85 years old. Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor John A's life.
It was revealed by WestVirginiaDN on September 1st, 2021 that Betty Jean Martin (Martin) perished in Caldwell, West Virginia. Ms. Martin was 96 years old. Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor Betty Jean's life.
It was reported by Register Herald on July 28th, 2021 that John David Morgan died in Caldwell, West Virginia. Morgan was 88 years old. Send flowers to share your condolences and honor John David's life.
It was reported by WestVirginiaDN on February 5th, 2021 that James R Harrah died in Caldwell, West Virginia. Harrah was 82 years old. Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor James R's life.
It was noted by Alleghany Journal on December 8th, 2020 that Michael John Dodd died in Caldwell, West Virginia. Dodd was 53 years old. Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Michael John's life.
It was written by Alleghany Journal on November 16th, 2020 that John H Perry perished in Caldwell, West Virginia. Perry was 73 years old. Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor John H's life.
It was noted by Alleghany Journal on October 13th, 2020 that Amanda Bostic (Zimmerman) passed on in Caldwell, West Virginia. Ms. Bostic was 39 years old. Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Amanda's life.
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