Brad Caulder

The following obituary is being shared as a courtesy to the local family and friends of Mr. Caulder. On behalf of the MRC Funeral Home family we extend our care and sympathy. For online floral orders or more information, please visit www.popefuneralhomesc.com.

Brad Caulder, 46, of Winnsboro, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Born in Columbia, he was the son of Phillip Anthony “Tony” and Elizabeth Teal “Beth” Caulder.

In addition to his parents, Brad is survived by his loving wife, Marcy Rice Caulder; son, Landon Caulder; daughter, Brantley “Punkin” Caulder; brother, Martin Caulder (Ashley); sister, Grayson Caulder Garner (Thomas); parents-in-law, Joel and Cathy Rice; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.

Brad was many things to many people—a devoted husband and father, a loyal friend, a dedicated public servant, and a man whose life was firmly rooted in faith. Those who knew Brad understood that his faith in God was more than something he spoke about; it was something he demonstrated through the way he lived each day. His kindness, compassion, love for others, and genuine concern for those around him reflected the depth of his faith and the character of the man he was.

Above all else, Brad’s greatest love was God and then his family. His faith was the foundation of his life, and his family was his greatest earthly blessing. They were his heart, his joy, and the center of his world. He loved them deeply and lived each day guided by his faith and devotion to those he held dear.

A lifelong resident of Fairfield County, Brad had a deep love for his community and a sincere commitment to serving its people. Throughout his years of public service, he held several positions with Fairfield County, including roles in Public Works, Human Resources Director, Interim County Administrator, and ultimately serving as Fairfield County Probate Judge. No matter the position he held, Brad remained dedicated to the people and community he proudly called home.

Brad's legacy will live on through the many lives he touched, the friendships he cherished, the family he loved so dearly, and the community he faithfully served. He will be remembered not only for the positions he held, but even more for the kindness he showed, the faith he lived, and the love he gave so freely.

The family will receive friends on Sunday evening, November 15, 2026, from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. at Richard Winn Academy. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 16, 2026, at Winnsboro First Baptist Church. The service will be livestreamed and can be viewed on the Pope Funeral Home Facebook page.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Brad's memory to First Baptist Church, Operation Christmas Child, Richard Winn Academy, or a charity of your choice.