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Long-Time Farmer and State Representative, Wally Caulk, Jr., Passes Away

August 21, 2026
Wally Caulk, Jr. standing in a field during his term with the Delaware House of Representatives.

Former State Representative and tireless advocate for Delaware farmers, Wally Caulk, passed away at the age of 85 on Tuesday (8/18).

Over his 22-year tenure in the State House representing central Kent County, Wally Caulk was known for his plain-spoken nature, his independent streak, and his passion for upholding the conservative values of his district.

State Rep. Shannon Morris, together with the leaders of the House Republican Caucus and the Speaker of the House, sponsored a House of Representatives Memoriam commemorating his life of service.

It reads:

The Honorable G. Wallace Caulk, Jr.
Mr. Caulk will be fondly remembered for living his life with integrity
and for his great devotion to his family.

He was known in the community as a successful farmer and businessman.
He served as the 33rd District Delaware State Representative from 1984 to 2006 and served on many committees including Agriculture; Health & Human Development; Transportation, Land Use, & Infrastructure; and Natural Resources & Environmental Management.

Mr. Caulk was a former Administrator of the Delaware Farm Bureau
and was greatly involved in various community organizations.

He truly cherished spending time with his loving family and many friends.
This beloved husband, brother, stepson, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend will be dearly missed.
February 7, 1941 ~ August 18, 2026

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