Robert Campbell, 84, of Belleville, IL, born Tuesday, July 23, 1935 in Mercer, PA, passed away Sunday, March 22, 2020 at Sycamore Village Assisted Living in Swansea, IL.
After 27 years of service in the Air Force as a communication specialist and also serving in the Vietnam War, he pursed other careers including, United Technology and Granite City Steel. He was a member of Prospect Park United Methodist Church in Fairview Heights IL.
He had a wonderful sense of humor and love of family and friends that will be sorely missed.
He was preceded in death by his:
- Parents: Edwin and Martha, nee Mowry, Campbell
- Many brothers and sisters
Surviving are his:
- Wife: Helen, nee Scabavea, Campbell of Belleville, IL
- Children
- Dawna (Alfred) Fennewald of New Baden, IL
- Andy Drummond of Belleville, IL
- Julie Terry of Kingston Springs, TN
- Vicki Mason of Peachtree City, GA
- Bobby Campbell Jr. of Dickson, TN
- Sister: Betty Sopher of Grove City, PA
- Numerous nieces, nephews grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to https://www.lbda.org/ways_to_give
Funeral: Memorial Service will be held at a later date with Rev. Karen Oplt officiating. Interment will follow at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, MO.
4 Comments To "Robert Campbell"
#1 Comment By Rev Karen Oplt On March 26, 2020 @ 3:11 pm
He is so missed already. So glad you captured his smile for this picture. He always had a smile especially for kids and pastors.
My condolences to Helen, family, and friends.
It was my honor to be his pastor these last few years.
#2 Comment By Dawna On March 26, 2020 @ 5:03 pm
He had the best smile. He was always happy. He was the best Dad. He was an amazing grandpa.❤❤❤
#3 Comment By Mike & Carol Bennett On March 26, 2020 @ 6:05 pm
Helen and family, he was a great man of God, a patriot and comforter to so many. He is celebrating in Heaven now.
#4 Comment By Holly Wood On September 16, 2020 @ 6:47 pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Helen.