Born: Thursday Jun-06-1957
Died: Wednesday Dec-28-2016
Funeral: Private Service

Morrison Payne Funeral Home
& Crematory
321 E Main St
Burley, ID 83318
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Maria Angela Caldwell, exceptional mother and grandmother, loving companion, loyal friend, favorite sister, and champion hugger passed away peacefully at home with her family on December 28, 2016. Born to Glenn and Maryanne Morrison, Maria burst on the scene June 6, 1957, and danced to the beat of her own drum every day of her life. That life led her on many great adventures, gained her many friends, and was always filled with happiness due to her kind and generous spirit. She embodied a unique creativity coupled with a love for nature, music, and art. Her path eventually brought her to her soul mate and love of her life, Robbie Garrett. They happily jammed through their lives to the music of Led Zeppelin until Rob's passing in 2014. Their time together brought them their three children Sunny, Mike, and Holly, and a countless number of unofficial adopted children over the years. As Grandma Ria, she shared a special connection with each of her 11 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Being a grandmother brought her an unequaled joy and she adored each Azlyn, Jacey, Kristy, Tarran, Silver, Sage, Kaylee, Jayce, Owden, Avanna, Ayden, and greats Audrey and Jaxon, and one on the way that she looked forward to meeting. She is survived by her children and grandchildren and many loved family members and siblings. She was preceded by her soul mate and companion, Rob. They are surely dancing in a meadow or riding the motorcycle through the mountain air together. All who knew Maria are each blessed with a piece of her unique light. 

Cremation arrangements have taken place under the direction of Morrison Payne Funeral Home in Burley.

Condolences for Maria Caldwell

From: Patricia Hanna
I will never forget how fun and sweet you were. Rest in peace.

From: Joe & Loreyann Masters
A heavenly soul who came to visit must have said to Maria "Hey you gotta see this", and The dazzling iridescence of Marias soul could be contained no longer. Celebrate Whatever adventure she has left
to do, because it is truly awesome.

From: Alice Sanchez
As I sIT ( DAZED AND CONFUSED ) I think ( WHATTA LOTTA Love ) You PUT ON THIS earth . As you journey ( over the hills and far away ) across the ( Misty Mountain top ) on YOUR way to the ( Stairway to Heaven ) remember to walk a WHILe with me !! It's a ( Heartbreaker ) on YOUR ( Celebration DAY ) !!! …. ( since I've Been Loving You ) a long,long time I say ( Thank you ) for all the ( Good times Bad times ) you spent with me. ( All my Love ) Sis , ( Ramble On ) ………

From: Rayola Hilden
Heartbroken the day I lost my Moon(you),my guiding light.Remembering repeatedly your first day of school,crying all day, looking out the window, watching a woodpecker on a pole, watching for you, wondering where you were,lost without you,I didn't know you would be home at the end of the day,I think you are trying to remind me SIS…This Isn't forever.love & miss you SOOO much sis…But thank you for reminding me.

From: Michelle Gage
From the day her daughter Holly brought me to their house 20 years ago, Maria was a second mother to me. Her family became my family and she was there during times my mom couldn't be. I love you mom#2 and will miss you IMMENSELY! Say hi to dad #2 for me while you ride through the mountains that terrified me when we would drive them when I was young.

From: Cindy McWilliams
Maria, your smile and beautiful heart lit the entire world around you. It was always a warm and comforting place within your huge circle of friendship. We had such a grand time in the store and I relied so much on your artist's view to steer us right. It will not be easy knowing you are no longer here on this earth, but I take such comfort in the fact that you and Rob are together again and you are no longer in pain. Rest well, my dear friend, and know you will be missed. The lord has a new angel looking out for us. Bless you!.