Sally Campagna Obituary

Sally Deignan Campagna, 57, passed away on, Wednesday, May 25, 2016, in Norwich, N.Y., after a long, hard battle with cancer. She was the loving wife of Richard Campagna for 38 years, and incredible mother to her sons.

Born in Scranton on Dec. 29, 1958, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Anne Kearney Deignan. She was a 1976 graduate of Dunmore High School, and earned a bachelor's degree in fine art with high honors from Towson State University. She was a talented artist and avid golfer.

She was married on April 29, 1978, and devoted her life to raising three exceptional sons. Her family was always first and foremost in her life. She also worked as a banker, real estate agent and managed the custom framing department in a craft store.

She is survived by her husband, Richard Campagna of Norwich, N.Y.; sons, Richard, Ryan and Nicholas, all residing in Northern California; her beloved grandchildren, Brooke and Dominic; sisters, Mary Ryan and Christine Deignan; and brothers, Michael Deignan, William Deignan and Eugene Deignan. She also leaves behind her loving toy poodle, Gizmo, who hung by her every move.

She was preceded in death by her brothers, Danny and Joseph Deignan

A funeral service will be held Sunday at 11 a.m. in the Carlucci-Golden-DeSantis Funeral Home Inc., 318 E. Drinker St., Dunmore.

Family and friends are invited to call at the funeral home on Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Sunday morning from 9 a.m. until the time of services and thereafter until noon.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Jimmy Fund, c/o Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA 02215.

To offer an online condolence or for directions, visit www.DunmoreFuneralHome.com.

Published by Scranton Times on May 27, 2016.
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Rich and boys, so sorry for loosing such a wonderful wife and mother. I was shocked, didn't even know she was sick.She was so fun to work with, I was the old Sally and she was the young Sally. Life is not always fair, I still think of our days when working at the bank together. Rest in peace, Sal. Love Sally and Bruce

June 4, 2016

Rich, so sorry for your loss.

Richard Wielebinski

June 3, 2016

Rich and family I would like to offer my condolences to your family. May Sally's memories live with you forever. God Bless!

Tom Farneti

May 30, 2016

Mike. I am very sorry to hear of your sister's passing

John Klobusicky

May 29, 2016

I am so sorry to hear Sally passed away. God bless her, and you family now and always. May she rest in peace.

Maria Art

May 29, 2016

Dear Rich and sons and family :I'm so truely sorry for the loss of your darling Sally.Tanya and I wanted to make it to the services but as fate would have it we have lost a family member unexpected on Thursday.My husbands son passed on.
I would just like to say how I treasure my memories with her from Harford Square to Laurel Valley to Patterson Mill so many good times.I was so sad when you all moved to Ca. but I'm so happy that she enjoyed her years there.I know she loved it there .Even though the states and years separated us the friendship I had with her those years was the best of the bestest!I loved her.Ill remember you all in my prayers .((Hugs)) to all.xoxo

Kathleen Loper-Essig

May 28, 2016

Rich and family, please accept my deepest condolences for the passing of Sally. She was such an amazing person. Always remember the good times and keep them close in your heart. May God guide her and wrap her in love and light..
Fly high angel, may you finally be at peace.

Fondly,
Michael Linko

Jaimie hofsommer

May 28, 2016

So sorry to Learn of Sallys passing. I have fond memories of her in high school. Many good times. May she rest in peace. Prayers to her family as they go through this difficult time.

Stella Nardozzi

May 28, 2016

You have our deepest condolences Rich, for your loss, with the passing of Sally...our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Ken & Jeannie (Hudak) Creamer

May 28, 2016

Rich and family .. I'm so sorry to hear of Sally's passing .. she always had an immeasurable zest for life and love of family .. my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.

MaryAnne Giello

May 28, 2016

So sorry for your loss, she put up a good fight!
Remembering our fun days on the golf course.
Ted and Mary Maag (Danville,Ca)

May 27, 2016

Rich and sons, our sincere condolences on the loss of your dear Sally. She was truly a lovely person. Mark and I fondly remember her sweet personality, her kindness and warmth, and how she graciously hosted us and always made us feel welcome at your home when we moved to California. She was like a ray of sunshine. She will be greatly missed. Wishing you peace during this sad time.

Stacey Talerico

May 27, 2016

Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Deana Hodges

May 27, 2016

So sorry for your loss, Thoughts Prayers to you and your family. Sally was a wonderful wife, mother and sister.

Cheryl Meade

May 27, 2016

My sincere condolences to all of you.

Karen O'Donnell

May 27, 2016

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