Caleb had a way of getting straight to the heart of people. Until I met Caleb, I had never let another person truly know me. He helped me learn to accept myself as I was and break through the facade I put on to try to please other people. Caleb was easy to talk to about anything, even the things that were hard to admit to yourself. Caleb knew pain and spent his life trying to be the light for other people. He succeeded. I've never felt such a broad spectrum of emotion for another person. The times we were happy, I'd never been so happy in my life. I never knew such happiness was possible. He was funny, smart, quick-witted, caring, and utterly ridiculous. He had more love in his heart than he knew what to do with. Caleb was the most loyal friend and would do anything to help someone, day or night. I can only hope he knew how deeply he impacted those around him. He saw the best in everyone and helped his friends become the most authentic, fulfilled versions of themselves. He was so fearless and free spirited that being around him made you fearless too. He was the best road trip buddy, climbing partner, hugger, and cat dad I could ever ask for. I dreamed of being Caleb's wife from the moment I met him and feel endlessly grateful that he made that dream come true for me. Over the last decade, we lived a thousand lives together. It is because of him that I have lived more in my 28 years than most people get to live in a lifetime. When we married, I promised to love him til death do us part. I know now that death could never be the end of it. Caleb will be a part of the people he loved forever. He always thought he was invincible, and I see now that he was right. Caleb lives on through the smiles of his loved ones and the kindness he showed friends, family, and strangers will continue to touch others for the rest of time. Rachel Bergstrand
Caleb brought life and laughter wherever he went. Caleb had a quick, constant and infectious smile. He was treasured by everyone who knew him, and the world is diminished without him. He lived life fearlessly and to the fullest. Caleb played music wherever he went and was always sharing musical interests with me and others. For a long time he was in a band with his brothers and while he was an excellent piano/keyboard player and while Karen was the drummer Caleb learned to jump on the drums and other instruments whenever there was a need. His whole life Caleb was a huge animal lover and held endless affection for his beloved cats, Lady Gaga, David Bowie and Iggy Pop, and felt the same love and affection for Rachel's cat Captain. He loved rock climbing, hiking, motorcycles, video games, nature, and everything outdoors. From the age of 3, Caleb was fascinated with animals, nature and the universe, stars and the galaxy and would read or watch documentaries throughout his life and want to share what he learned with anyone who would listen. He and I rode together whenever we could and did many dirt-bike and 4-wheeler rides together and one epic road trip that took us to the northeast and over to Wisconsin for Farm Aid with Neil Young and Willy Nelson and then took the long way back home on every side road we could find. We had talked about many more trips together. Caleb was known for his generosity and thoughtful nature. We are lost without him, but we know we will always carry a part of him with us. He loved his family and his friends with all his heart, and he was loved just as much. I know he loved me and Teresa but I believe the greatest love in life for Caleb was his two older brothers. Even though he was the youngest of three boys he was always included in everything they did and I believe he was always grateful to them for that. I am broken and smaller without him and I will miss him every day of my life. David Page
My heart is full of so many things that Caleb brought into my life. He gave me so much joy and understanding. I recently told him that one of the things that I most admired about him was that he was not judgmental. He felt strongly about things and had strong opinions, but he was not judgmental. He forgave easily and did not hold grudges. For those that knew him best, his flaws were evident, but his heart was so big, and he was generous with his time and resources. The thing I personally will miss most is just sitting outside of my home where we had countless hours of conversation. I could talk to him about anything and I learned so much from him.. I feel as though the lights have gone out, but I know that Caleb would tell me to press on and that it was ok to grieve and even to be angry that he is gone. He was my "sidekick" for many years. Always wanting to please but as he grew into his own, I saw him think for himself and start a journey to figure out what he wanted his life to look like. The world looks dark right now, but I believe that the light that Caleb brought into my life will return. It seems impossible, but his light and laughter are bigger than my pain. I will never be able to reach out and touch him again, but Caleb is a part of me and everyone that had the great fortune of knowing him. The last time I saw Caleb we were sitting in the same chairs that we had sat in so many times. I look or walk outside, and I still see Caleb sitting there. One day when I am ready, I will pull up a chair and sit next to him again. Teresa Page
Caleb was one of the only people in my life whose love of volume exceeded mine. In a family of loud people, he was the loudest. He was bursting with energy and movement at all times. He had an enormous heart, and though he often made mistakes. He was impossible to stay angry at. We shared so many friendships and experiences that I will always treasure. Some of the most intense moments of my life, he was only a few feet away. He was my baby brother, and I will love him until the day I die. Andrew Page
He lived harder and faster than most anybody, and some people loved him for it while others were not as much of a fan but that’s how he was from beginning to end. His energy, smile, and laughter filled any room, along with his infamously loud voice, he walked into on his good days. Despite the wild streaks that could be a little selfish he would do anything for anyone. He was giving to the detriment of his own self countless times. There are so many things both tangible and not he has given me over the years that I can’t begin to list or explain to anyone. I tend to forget but he taught me you have to live for yourself. It is important to treat others well and care about our loved ones which he did as best he could, but you are also doing a disservice to yourself to not try to live life to the fullest. I would give up anything and almost anyone to extend his time with us, but he told me he tried to live with no regrets so I will try to do the same for him. He loved animals and has cared for and rescued dozens over the years ranging from a possum he found run over in the street to two of the cats that live with me now. He was not a perfect person, but he was my favorite person and despite our ups and downs over the years I think and hope he knew that. Garrett Page
“In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Caleb’s memory may be made to the Rescuing Leftover Cuisine. Please see the link below under Memorial Contributions
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