Gary Wayne Caddenhead, age 72, of New Boston, Texas, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024, at his home.

He was born on December 6, 1951, in New Boston, Texas, to Luther Max and Verna Caddenhead.

Mr. Caddenhead retired from O’Reilly’s Auto Parts after 25 years of service. He enjoyed his coworkers and his customers that he called friends.

Gary always had a smile on his face, a beer in his hand, and ready to tell you a joke. He loved his family, music, and watching the Kansas City Chiefs and NASCAR.

He was preceded in death by parents; brothers, Jimmy Caddenhead and David Caddenhead.

Left to cherish his memory are his children, Louis Max Caddenhead, Amanda Jo Leaver and her husband, Wes Leaver; his grandchildren, Nicholas Max Caddenhead, Angel Rayne Menaugh, Gabriel Max Leaver, Nathaniel Leaver; sister, Bonnie Nowlin; nieces, Rachel Caddenhead, Katie Bailey and her husband Jason, and their children; ex-wife and friend, Margaret Caddenhead; brotherin- law, Jerry Moise; and a number of other relatives and friends.

The family celebrated his life at his home. He will be buried at Pulaski Cemetery.

Online memorials may be made at www.batesrolffuneralhome.com