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1937
2017
Donald Joseph Campbell passed away peacefully on April 18, 2017 in Scottsdale, Arizona. He was born on June 22, 1937 in Iowa to his Mother Leone Lasche. He Retired in Apache Junction, Arizona.
He loved anything to do with the outdoors and traveling. He often spent his time on family outings fishing, boating, hunting, camping, and motorcycles and quads in younger years. He was the accomplished owner of a family business in the Home Improvements Industry which all of the 6 children worked at, one time or another.
He is survived by his Wife Teresa Ann Campbell, whom he was married to for 60 loving years. He is also survived by his 3 Daughters Kathy, Cheryl, and Teresa. His 3 sons, Don Jr., Dennis, and David. His 15 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren and their families.
Memorial Service and Reception will be held at Mariposa Gardens Memorial Park and Funeral Care located at 400 S. Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85206. Saturday April 29, 2017 at 10am – 1pm.
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May 2, 2017
Lance Davids
Many fond "bowling league" memories with Don, he always had a smile on his face and excellent bowling tips! :0) RIP Mr. C!
April 29, 2017
Cheryl hartman
Dad I remember the time when I was young and it was my turn to go fishing and we went out and we didn't catch a fish but we caught the red snapper turtle and we brought it back to camp and we ate it and I never forget that ever and I love and miss you, and thank you for all the times that you were there love you rest in peace
April 29, 2017
Misty Miller
Papa,
Most of my fondest memories, include you. From attempting to teach me bowl, to play poker. The camping, fishing, and traveling. You always offered sound advice, with a large quantity of love, laughter, sarcasm, belly laughs, and especially a sense of humor. I could come to you with anything, and you'd do your best to explain your prespective and 'why'.
You stepped up, and took lead example in my life after daddy passed away. Without question, you took over the roll as 'father'. You did that for so many of us. I don't think we ever really understood what a taxing job that was. But, I'm so grateful you did.
You've managed papa to do some pretty amazing things in your lifetime. Travel over 1.5 million miles (I think that was our last estimate), Play poker with pros, Bowl a perfect game, head up one of the largest business' of its time, travel to other counties, and let's face it, you could sell anything,
including ocean front property in Arizona ;).
You were the greatest substitute dad I could have asked for.
I don't remember if I ever thanked you for just being you. The person I ran to when everything was falling apart. But, I know you knew, and I'll be forever thankful.
I was always a papa's girl. I always will be. We love you so much and miss you terribly. Your 'boys' talk often and fondly of you. And you again managed to etch amazing memories into little minds. You'll never be forgotten. It's not goodbye, simply see you later.
Love, your biggest fan, oldest grand daughter and buddy,
Misty
April 28, 2017
Allie Hartman
Papa,
There are too many memories for me to list here but I'll cherish them all until I no longer walk this earth. I remember the 2am fishing trips, I always felt so special when I got to go, even if it took everything in me to stay quiet so as not to scare the fishes. We left long before the sun rose and were often back home by then too. You gave me sound advice when I was getting my first job, and often later too.
I remember Christmases with the family and singing all those songs. I especially remember the year I sang "All I Want For Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth" which was especially fitting that year because I in fact didn't have any front teeth and you had to whistle for me. Our trip to NM and CO was one of the greatest I can remember, I only wish we could have gone once more.
I'll love you forever, grampa. And I know every night when I look at the stars that you're back among them, atoms and energy once more.
April 28, 2017
Donald Campbell Jr
Dad, You will live on in all our memories forever. I am thankful for everything you taught me over the years and wouldn't trade our time together over the years for anything. Whether working with you or doing what we both love best, hunting, fishing, camping or traveling to see some new place we hadn't been to before. You taught me how to deal with the bad times, learn from them and how to truly enjoy the good times in this life we live. I hope your journey continues in the after life as I know you are in a much better place than you were the last few months. Thank you for everything, I love you!
April 27, 2017
Cheryl hartman
Dad you're already missed you will be missed for the rest of my life when you pass first thing that came to my mind was who do I ask for advice I love you and always will be at rest
April 26, 2017
Steven Ochoa
Dear Campbell Family & Especially Mama Campbell,
We all want you to know how saddened we were to hear of the passing of Mr. Campbell. I always remember the monster truck they both drove around in and always joked with them about it after work when picking up Teresa. Or, the time spent at Teresa's Christmas Party in her home with your Parents and Mine. Thank you all for some incredible memories and you All are Forever in Our Hearts. Big Hugs Mama Campbell!
With Lots-of-Love,
Steven & Robert Chavez-Ochoa & The Entire Ochoa Family!
April 26, 2017
Katie Foote
Papa:
Growing up you taught me many things, you were a father figure to me; something I'll cherish for a lifetime. These days are hard for me, but it makes it a bit easier knowing you're up there living your life now without pain and smiling every second. I imagine your heaven is filled with nothing but the constant fishing, camping, and hunting trips. You were always a rock, always the strongest man I've ever known. You'll forever be loved and missed. And I will never forget the great things you brought to my life. ❤
April 26, 2017
Avalon Gall (Campbell)
Grandpa,
I miss you so incredibly much. I wish I had been able to visit over the years. I love you more than I could put into words, but I know you're at peace now. Thank you for being so loving and caring throughout my life and checking in on me even though I was miles away in Nebraska. You are missed very much and not a day goes by that I don't think of you.
April 24, 2017
Kandice Hulsing
Grandpa,
You will be missed by all he knew you. I have many years of great memories with you and those are what I will be holding on to. Love Kandi
April 24, 2017
Ginny Pauze
I met Mr. Campbell back in 1998 when I worked with his daughter Teresa at Oakwood Homes, He would come pulling up with his wife in his big RV, he showed all of us the inside of the RV and how proud he and his wife were to travel. He was a very nice man and family man. May god bless you, and heaven has welcomed another angel. Prayers to Mrs. Campbell and all the family.
Ginny Pauze'
New York
April 24, 2017
Teresa Trethewey
Dad you will be missed not only by your 6 Children, 15, Grandchildren and 22 Great Grandchildren. You will be missed by every lost employee who needed a Father, every Friend we brought home. Both you and Mom always made feel at home at a place very different from the one they were raised in. I will always remember Camping, Boating and fishing at Roosevelt with the Family as some of my best Memories. Now everyday the bass are bitting and weather is perfect enjoy the best fishing trip ever where anything is possible. I learned about business young because of you Dad, to be strong maybe a little too strong in some areas. Thanks for some very valuable life lessons even the painful ones. I love you Dad..... You will forever be in my heart ❤Teresa Lynn
April 22, 2017
Kathy Ehrlich
"Senior" was always laughing and joking and could sell just about anything! I will always remember him that way and no longer ill. He is back to his old self, again. Hugs to the entire Campbell family.
April 22, 2017
Kathy Ehrlich
"Senior" was always laughing and joking and could sell just about anything! I will always remember him that way and I know he is no longer ill and back to being his old self. Sending hugs to the entire Campbell family!
April 22, 2017
Kathy Ehrlich
"Senior" was always laughing and joking and could sell just about anything! I will always remember him that way and know that he no longer ill and back to his old self. Sending hugs to the entire Campbell family!
April 22, 2017
Kathy Ehrlich
"Senior" was always teasing and joking and could sell just about anything. I will always remember him that way and know he is no longer gripped by his illness. He is smiling at us and back to being the guy we all remember! Sending hugs to the entire Campbell family!
April 21, 2017
Friend
Tony Bishop
my name is Tony Bishop. Don gave me my first job when i moved to Arizona in 1989
and later hired me as his advertising manager. Don was always fair and honest. I'm sorry
sorry for his loss and to his family who I know very well. Thankful for all of his guidance
will miss him a lot..... sincerely.
April 21, 2017
Friend
Jim Lee
I will NEVER forget MR. C ! Don was one of the TRUE "characters" I have encountered in my lifetime. I have so many memories all flooding my brain right now. My deepest condolences to His family who always treated me like family as well. Rest in peace Don Sr.
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