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Willard Caudill Obituary

Willard Garland Caudill

Willard Garland Caudill, also known as W4WFX, has gone silent key. Born on August 11, 1941, to the late Addie and Steven Caudill, he graduated from Ketron High School in 1960.

Garland was employed for over 40 years at Holliston Mills and retired in 2003. He had been an amateur radio operator since 1983, and was well-known locally and outside Tennessee.

Garland is survived by his wife, Brenda; nee, Perry; daughter, Rachel Durham (Daniel) and granddaughter, Emily Durham.

At his request, there will be no funeral service or visitation.

To share memories and condolences with the family, please visit www.oakhillfh.com.

The care of Willard Garland Caudill and his family have been entrusted to the staff of Oak Hill Funeral & Cremation Services.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Kingsport Times-News from Mar. 26 to Mar. 28, 2026.

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