Celebrating The Life of:
Caleb Essen
"Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”
A Beautiful life
To describe Caleb Stewart Essen in a single word would be near impossible.
Devoted, brilliant, passionate, compassionate, adventur-ous, hilarious, athletic, competitive, loyal, witty, friendly, fried-chicken-loving, sushi-loving, animal-loving, Corvette-loving, motorcycle-loving, vintage shoe-loving…and just flat-out loving!
These describe Caleb’s absolute desire to experience life to the fullest!
Caleb's Celebration of Life Service
Caleb Essen
A Life Filled with love
Caleb loved all kinds of sports: basketball, baseball, soccer, and football. On his 8th grade football team, after Caleb had experienced a growth spurt the year before, he became one of the best (and biggest) defensive players on his team, and even made the game-saving tackle in the final game of the season.
As a student, although he did incredibly well in his grades, Caleb found school to be an opportunity for him to express his vast social skills. It was common for him to be asked by the teacher to get back to work, as his deep, loud voice was unmistakable in the classroom, while he entertained his fellow classmates.
Caleb loved getting “scratches” from his mom while sitting on the couch together to watch TV or a movie. It always started with, “Mom, will you scratch my back?” But then he took full advantage of her willingness, and it would progress to, “Mom, would you scratch my…neck…left arm…right arm…leg…side…other side…shoulder…other shoulder?” And then he would request a repeat session!
Caleb loved to take long drives with his dad around the Dallas-Fort Worth area. He would have a DJ playlist ready for the car stereo, and then would talk with his dad about all sorts of things, from food, to music, to girls, and so much more.
one of a kind
Caleb loved being in relationships and spending time living life to the fullest with his friends and family. He had a strong relationship with his sister, Hannah, and his brother, Cameron, and wanted to hang out with their friends too. He absolutely loved eating and having fun with his grandparents on a regular basis.
Caleb was like a lightbulb when he walked into the room and was incredibly caring toward others. It was common in group pictures to see Caleb with his arms around all his friends. One word could never describe Caleb, because he was absolutely one of a kind!
The only way to live
As a family, we know that life with Jesus is the only way to live.
Even in pain, there’s nothing as good as being loved by God.
Caleb’s life is one of destiny, purpose, and one that is intended to reveal the incredible love, wisdom and power of Christ to the World.
Here’s God’s promise about Caleb’s life:
“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” – Jeremiah 1:5
Let’s all join in that calling, and experience a life beyond anything we could ever imagine.
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