"Lit a candle in memory of Charles L. Campbell"
In loving memory of
Charles L. Campbell
February 1, 1949 - December 9, 2016
Charles Lowell Campbell of Peoria, Arizona, was born February 1, 1949, at Denison, Iowa, the son of Charles and Ina Campbell. He died on December 9, 2016, at Banner Thunderbird Hospital in Glendale, Arizona, at the age of sixty-seven.
He was baptized in Christ on November 4, 1956, and later confirmed in the Lutheran faith on April 7, 1963, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Soldier Township, Charter Oak, Iowa. He graduated from Schleswig High School and attended two years of college at Concordia College, Seward, Nebraska. Charles enlisted in the U.S. Army and served two terms in Vietnam as an intelligence analyst, receiving the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal and Army Commendation Medal. On June 17, 1972, he married Sharon Ransom at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Soldier Township, and they were blessed with the birth of two daughters. Charles worked for 21 years as a road manager doing sanitary inspections of packing plants for Contract Services Limited at Burlington, Iowa.
In his spare time, Charles enjoyed writing poems, fishing, hunting, riding motorcycles, reading, bowling, golfing and watching old western movies. He loved his animals very much, but there was nothing more precious to Charles than his family.
Charles was preceded in death by his father, Charles and his stepfather, Julius (Jute) . He is survived by his wife, Sharon; two daughters, Milissa and her husband, Brian, and Teresa and her husband, Todd; seven grandchildren: Loren; BriAnne and her husband, Jesse; Jenna and her husband, Keith; Kristin and her husband, Bradley; Jordan; Rebecca and her husband, Tanner; and Laura; eight great-grandchildren: Nadaleigh, Wyatt, Kolby, Austin, Katelynn, Jacob, Kayleigh, and Mia. Charles is also survived by his mother, Ina; his sister, Virginia and her husband, Steve; and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Kenneth and Beaulah, other relatives and friends.
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"Lit a candle in memory of Charles L. Campbell"
"Lit a candle in memory of Charles L. Campbell"
"Lit a candle in memory of Charles L. Campbell"
"Lit a candle in memory of Charles L. Campbell"
"Lit a candle in memory of Charles L. Campbell"
"Lit a candle in memory of Charles L. Campbell"
"Lit a candle in memory of Charles L. Campbell"
"Lit a candle in memory of Charles L. Campbell"
"Nitz, I just learned of Chucks passing. I am so very for you and the family. Our heart and prayers are with you all. Love Chip and Deb Mareska"
"Lit a candle in memory of Charles L. Campbell"
"Lit a candle in memory of Charles L. Campbell"
"Dear Misi, what beautiful sentiments and memories you shared with us and those who knew your Dad know he would have done everything possible on this planet to make sure you're always safe, protected, happy and loved. When Loren was born, he was an extension of you and an extension of him. You all share the beautiful, clear, sky blue eyes and strawberry blonde features. He is still in you and with you - just in a different form - and over time you will learn how to feel him in this different way. You will never really be apart as far as your hearts and love are concerned. Sending you strength, comfort, soothing thoughts, healing feelings and blessings to lift you up like angel wings! Love you very much, Susanne Titel San Jose, CA."
"Love you sis..."
"My father was one of the best men I have ever known in my life. Right now I feel empty, hurt, sad, mad, and down right awful. There are so many wonderful things I could say about my dad, so many memories I could share. My dad was my rock, my role model my best friend. I talked to him almost every single day. He was always the calm one, the one kept me sane, grounded, thinking logically and always told me how much he loved me and how proud he was of me. I am so proud to be his daughter, to be raised by such a wonderful man who loved me so incredibly much. When I was younger I think dad wanted a boy because he made sure I knew how to shoot a gun, how to fish, hunt, all the things the little boys would do. I am so glad I have those memories and was able to experience so much with him. We used to go fishing at Brown's lake and I would come home with this big loot of stuff they gave out during the fishing contest. Of course I went back for seconds and he would just laugh. When I moved to California it was one of the hardest decisions I made to move away from all of my family who I was always so close to. I moved in with my cousin Alysa who took me in and offered me a roof over my head, food and help to get back on my feet and never asked for a single thing in return. After about 6 months I remember calling dad and crying that I wanted to come home because I missed him so much and everyone else too. He told me as much as it hurt not seeing me, honey please stay there. It can offer you such a better life than being back here could. I know it is hard but you are strong and you will make it through this. I thought he didn't want me back home, but he knew I needed to start over and get my life on the right track. I stayed. Now going on 13 years here. Dad was right, as he so often was. My life changed in ways I could have never imagined. I finally moved out on my own, I had a good job, and eventually after trying for so many years I was blessed to finally be pregnant. After 15 miscarriages, I remember dad telling me NOT to get too excited honey, we know what happens and the hurt you go through when you lose them. Something felt different with this one, and it was. 9 months later I was blessed with a beautiful baby boy who is named after is wonderful papa. Loren Charles Campbell was finally here. Mom and dad came to see me and help me after Loren was born. The bond that Loren and his papa had was amazing. That little boy loved him so very much and dad loved Loren so much. Not that he didn't love all his other grand children, he did as he loved all of us so very much. The years went on and mom and dad made sure they came to visit or I went home to visit at least once or twice a year. We learned how to skype and did that every other weekend. I wanted Loren to have a bond with his grandma and grandpa like I did with mine. When dad got sick I think I refused to believe he wouldn't make it through this, the thought of losing him was too much. He told mom not to tell me he was in the hospital because he didn't want me to worry about him, the first time he ended up there. The second time he went in mom told me anyways and off I went to AZ to be with him. It was over Thanksgiving and there was no way I wasn't going to see my dad. I am so glad I did too. That was the last time I really got to hold him, talk to him and tell him how much he really means to me. I told him I wanted to spend the night with him, of course he said I didn't have to, but I told him it wasn't for him, it was for me. I needed to be with him. We talked, we laughed, we ate dinner together and when it got late I pulled a chair next to his hospital bed, held his hand very tight, put my feet on the bed and we sat and watched a movie together. Iron Man 2, wanted to watch Star Wars but never got around to it. Mom made sure for Thanksgiving he got his full meal up in the hospital. I miss and love you more than anyone will ever know. Love you daddy"
"Thank you so much Susanne, you are such a beautiful soul. I love you very much."
"Thank you Gary, Dad was an amazing man"
"Sorry to hear of Chuck's passing....I remember him as a teenager back in Iowa and the crazy things we did. My sympathy to his wife and family. Garry Mason, class of 67."
"I first met Misi's parents around 2007/ 2008 in California. I was one of her work colleagues and we had formed a very tight bond and friendship. When her parents were out here to visit with her, I often stopped by to say hello, give big hugs, share a meal or bring something sweet to indulge in. Her father was usually always tinkering around in her apartment, installing, renovating, repairing, running errands to improve her living situation. That only intensified when Loren was born in August 2009. When they came to take care of Loren, the child relaxed and slept more regularly and gave Misi a chance to recuperate and catch some downtime too. Her parents adored and loved little Loren and he was so fond of his grandparents that he could play, dance, cook or bake with them all day. I remember Charles Campbell as a big, strong, handsome man with a huge heart, big smile and beautiful, kind blue eyes - which are carried on by both Misi and her son Loren, what a precious gift! But he also had a little bit of a Renegade-Rocker and Harley Davidson vibe to him which made him even more interesting and endearing. It is always such a monumental shock to lose a parent, brother, uncle, nephew, someone everyone in the family was close to and loved. Life will never quite be the same. But I know that the deep, deep love, dedication, admiration and connection that Misi had with her Dad will never go away. He will watch over her as a guardian angel right from heaven and his spirit and legacy will be carried forth by her and her son. I wonder where he parks his motor bike up in heaven? Behind the pearling gates for sure!!! I extend my deepest condolences to Charles Campbell's whole extended family and wish you peace, comfort and strength. He will be sorely missed but his love and legacy and blue eyes will live on! With warmest regards and my love and support for Misi! Susanne Titel San Jose, CA."
"So sorry for your loss. Praying for you all. The Winter Family"
"Ina and family: I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Marsha Miller"