Joseph Walter Catledge

Joseph Walter Catledge, affectionately known as Papa Joe, age 79, of Lancaster, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on February 8, 1947, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, Joe was the son of the late George Walter Catledge and Katie Hall Catledge. He spent much of his life in Lancaster, where he built a life rooted in family, faith, and community. An accountant by profession, he dedicated more than 35 years of service to Springs Industries before retiring. Joe was known for his laid-back personality, kindness, humor, and generosity, earning the deep respect of all who knew him.

He found quiet pleasure in water and snow skiing, participating in church activities, cheering for his beloved Mississippi State Bulldogs, and volunteering with the American Red Cross. Above all, Joe’s greatest joy came from spending time with his family, especially his cherished grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Kathy Stover Catledge; his two sons, Joseph Chad Catledge (Courtney Brooks Catledge) and Christopher Lee Catledge (Jessica Leigh Catledge); and his five grandchildren, Katie Brooks Catledge, Marley Elizabeth Catledge, Addison Leigh Catledge, Eden Jane Catledge, and Clayton Austin Catledge. He is also survived by his sister, Donna Catledge Watson. In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by no others.