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Austin CAMPBELL Obituary
He was born in Middlesboro, Ky., son of Austin Sterling Campbell and Sarah Rousey Campbell. He attended school in Middlesboro, was an avid and loyal member of the ANV club, and worked at Gibson's Music Store, repairing watches. After working for F.W. Woolworth, in Norfolk, Va., he then embarked on a career as a grocer that spanned several decades. He set up and opened stores for Winn Dixie; managed The Cat and Fiddle in Danville, Va.; then became a Vice-President with Greenbelt Cooperative in Hampton, Va. The last 14 years of his long exemplary career, Mr. Campbell owned and operated CAMCO Supermarket in Hampton.
His parents, Austin Sterling Campbell and Sarah Rousey Campbell, preceded him in death; as did his first wife, Carolyn C. Hardin; his second wife, Myra J. Campbell; his two sons, Kenneth Austin Campbell and Kevin Thomas Campbell; and his daughter, Becky L. Farley.
He is survived by his daughters, Pamela Campbell Fowler, Kathryn Campbell Kervin, Pamela Jane Baines, Anne Baines Colgan, Tina Marie Woody; son, Donnie L. Baines; grandchildren, Joseph Campbell Kervin, Sarah Elizabeth Fowler, Matthew Colgan, Morgan Farley, Byron Farley and Amy Wilson, Steven Lee Booth and, Joshua W. Booth; and great-grandchildren, Colby Matthew Booth, Nolan Wilson, Addie Wilson; siblings, Patsy C. Givens (Robert Bruce), June C. Surface, Marion Ruth Hood (Robert), Jacqueline C. Redmon, Edith W. Todd, Kathryn C. Rector (Lester), David B. Campbell (Donna); and by his beloved ANV brothers, Don Emmett and Bill Rector; many cousins, nieces, nephews, and aunt, Sarah Rousey.
A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010, at Providence Freewill Baptist Church by the Rev. Richard Barnes with interment to follow in Parklawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home Downtown Hampton.
Please send memorials to Christian Appalachian Project, Attn: Honors and Memorials, P.O. Box 5591, Lexington, KY 40555. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Emily
September 24, 2010
I am so sorry for the loss of your dear loved one. It's comforting to know that God cares for all of us. The Bible gives us hope that one day we can see our loved ones again. On behalf of all mankind Jesus surrendered his soul. John 15:13 says “No one has love greater than this, that someone should surrender his soul on behalf of his friends.” Truly I am sorry to hear of the loss of your dear loved one and I hope these few words will bring you comfort and hope.
September 23, 2010
I'm sorry to hear about your Dad. God bless you all. Bob Talley.
September 23, 2010
Kay, on the day your father was born, he cried and the world rejoiced. He lived his life in such a way that on the day he died, the world cried and he rejoiced. Our love and prayers to you and Joe, and to all of your family at this difficult time.
Lynne, Gregg, Greer & Quinn
September 23, 2010
Your family represents you and what I know of them means you were an intelligent, kind man who taught your children to think firt.
Obviously, your will be missed.
Judy Gilliam
September 23, 2010
Tina and family,I'm so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Jeff and I will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. May the love of friends and family comfort you in your time of grief. Love Jeff & Judy
Cheryl Murphy Brackin
September 23, 2010
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.May you always be comforted by God's peace . Blessings Always.
September 23, 2010
To my sisters,brother,sons,neices, nephews,and grandson: It is hard to believe this giant of a man is no longer with us on earth. He taught us so much by the way he lived his life and by the love and support he personally gave each one of us . If we can live by his example we will honor him. I will always remember him with his smiling face, wonderful sense of humor, and open arms waiting for a great big hug. Tina Marie
Joanne Garrett
September 23, 2010
Pam, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. I am so sorry for your loss. Evie has told me how you hardly left your dad's side during his illness. While I am sure your were saddened seeing him ill, I know you will treasure the special bonding time/talks you probably had an opportunity to have-share with one another. You will always hold that close to your heart.
God bless always....Love Joanne
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