James D. Campbell

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Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home

1550 Route 9

Clifton Park, New York

James Campbell Obituary

Campbell, James D. CLIFTON PARK James D. (Jim) Campbell, 62, of Clifton Park, died on Wednesday, August 13, 2008 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany after a brief illness. Jim was the son of Phyllis Topping Campbell of Rexford, N.Y. and the late Donald A. Campbell. A native of Amsterdam, Jim graduated from Wilbur H. Lynch High School and Brown University. He served in the United States Army. He was a career civil servant with the New York State Teachers Retirement System, retiring in 2004 after 37 years. In retirement he pursued his interest in archeology and enjoyed skiing, snow shoeing and fishing in the Adirondacks. In addition to his mother, Jim is survived by his wife, Aileen Sutherland Campbell of Clifton Park; a son, Gregory J. Campbell of Washington, DC; sisters, Patricia Roberts of Marblehead, Mass. and Nancy (Gerry) Girard of Chesapeake, Va.; his sisters and brothers-in-law, Cheryl and Michael Fries of New Bern, N.C., Paul and Zebeth Sutherland of Saratoga Springs, Peter and Liz Sutherland of Watervliet and Patrice and Paul Martterer of Rexford; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. at the Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. Calling hours will be from 4-8 p.m. today (Thursday) in the Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home, 1550 Rt. 9 in Clifton Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the USO-Fort Drum, P.O. Box 454, Fort Drum, NY 13602. Special thanks to the staff on 6 McCauley at St. Peter's Hospital for their care and support in the last several weeks. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted by the family to the Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home, 1550 Route 9, Clifton Park, NY 12065. 518-371-5454.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Aug. 14, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for James Campbell

13 Entries

Frank Ricupero

August 26, 2008

Aileen, Greg,
I Just heard from Mrs. Douglas That Jim had passed away. Its been a long time since Ice hockey that we've seen each other and hopefully you remember me.
My deepest condolences to you and Greg,and family.I didn't know he was very ill, but I know how much it must hurt to loose the one you LOVE. He was a terrific guy, so just remember all the good times you had together,so that the pain in your heart will ease, and one day we will all be together again.
We moved to SC and every once in a while Mike calls me and tells me he runs in some of the hockey team parents and players, and we talk about the days of hockey. I do remember Jim tried never to miss any of Greg's games and practices, and always was one to help out whenever he could. Those are some of the good memories I have of "Big Jim"
FRANK RICUPERO "50-50"

Tim Kolojay

August 18, 2008

My wife, Sandy, and I knew Jim throughout junior and senior high school. Soup Campbell was well liked and respected for both his wit and charm. It is sad to see our contemporary go so soon.

Ellen Shake

August 15, 2008

Dear Aileen,

I am very sorry for your loss and understand your grief. Please contact me, when you want to talk.

May God Bless you and your family.

Sincerely,

Tim Pangman

August 15, 2008

Aileen and Family: I am so saddened by the news of Jim's passing. I was shocked to hear that he was ill, then did not get the news of his passing until today. I will always remember those early Reds teams, playing with "Cousin Jim", and our trips to Boston. I just saw Jim when he attended my wife's funeral, and was surprised when I heard he was ill. May you take care in this difficult time, and my heart goes out to you.

Mary Keefe

August 14, 2008

Aileen & Greg,
So many memories came back when I heard of Jim's passing. We went back to old Wilbur H. Lynch High and then meeting again at Teachers' Retirement. What a great guy - such a large loss for us all. My deepest sympathy to you, Aileen. God Bless your family in this saddest of moments.

Skip Aycox

August 14, 2008

Aileen and Greg, We were surprised and saddened at the news of Jim's passing. Jim was a first class guy on and off the pitch. A great wit, and wonderful friend. His wonderful smile will be missed by all. Pat and Skip Aycox

Vicki & Roy Dickenson

August 14, 2008

We are sorry to hear of Jim's untimely death... when did time pass so swiftly? Such good times we had when we were so carefree.

Carolyn & Roger Clayton

August 14, 2008

Aileen & Greg - there are so many good old days because of Jim, you and the Reds. Jim was special, we wish him peace and send you our sincere & utmost sympathy.

Neil & Ellen Devine

August 14, 2008

Dear Aileen and Family,
Ellen and I were saddened to learn of the death of Jim from reading the Times Union online.
Although we didn't know Jim well, we know that he was loved and respected by the Sutherland Clan and we are sure he will be missed by all. Love and Peace Neil & Ellen

Joe Sawyer

August 14, 2008

My teammate, my friend, I miss you. We had so much together, and now you're gone too soon. I'm glad we got to share a few moments at the end. Joe Sawyer

Donna Martin

August 14, 2008

Aileen & Greg, we have been so blessed to know Jim and your family for so many years. We will all miss him so much, you are all in our thoughts, Love to everyone