Lubbock Music Icon Don Caldwell Obituary and Death: Lubbock Music Icon Don Caldwell Dies at 79, Renowned Musician, Producer, and Civic Icon Passes Away After a Long Battle with Cancer.
Don Caldwell, the renowned Lubbock musician, producer, and civic icon, passed away on Friday at the age of 79 after a long battle with cancer. His wife, Terri Caldwell, announced his passing with a social media post, describing him as her hero and expressing her shattered heart.
Caldwell was a catalyst in the Lubbock entertainment and music scene, known for his tireless efforts to promote and support local talent. Leslie Cranford, a former Lubbock radio disc jockey and current media specialist, described him as a mentor and a champion of Lubbock music, who always believed in the city’s potential to produce talented musicians.
As the founder of the Caldwell Entertainment talent promotion group, Don Caldwell helped identify and cultivate up-and-coming musical stars and spearheaded events like Lubbock’s 4th on Broadway Independence Day festival, Lights On Broadway, The Buddy Holly Music Festival, and Lubbock Centennial Celebrations. He was also a talented saxophonist in his own right and worked, along with his family, to coach or promote countless musicians, from the Cactus Cuties to Blackwater Draw.
Caldwell’s impact on the Lubbock music scene was immense, and his legacy will be remembered for generations to come. He was a true champion of local music and a driving force behind many of the city’s most popular events. His passing is a significant loss to the music community, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his work in the music industry, Caldwell was also a dedicated civic leader, who served on various committees and boards, including the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce and the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance. He was a strong advocate for the city’s economic development and worked tirelessly to promote Lubbock as a hub for business and tourism.
Caldwell’s family expressed their gratitude for the outpouring of support from the music community and beyond. His wife, Terri, described the support as a “testament to the impact Don had on so many lives.” The family also expressed their appreciation for the benefit concert held at the Cactus Theater on May 18, which raised money for Caldwell’s medical expenses.
The benefit concert was a fitting tribute to Caldwell’s legacy, featuring performances by dozens of local musicians and a standing-room-only crowd of fans and friends. The event was a celebration of Caldwell’s life and music, and it served as a reminder of the significant impact he had on the Lubbock music scene.
Caldwell’s passing came less than a week after the benefit concert, and it marked the end of an era in Lubbock music. He will be remembered as a true champion of local music and a driving force behind many of the city’s most popular events. His legacy will liveThere was a problem generating a response. Please try again later.
