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William Campbell Obituary
Our dear husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather returned to his Heavenly Father on March 22, 2015 at the age of 79. He was born on July 24, 1935 in Moontownship, PA to Clifford A. Campbell and Mabel Jane Combs.
Bill served over 20 years in the California Legislature as an Assemblyman and a Senator. As Senator, he served as Chairman of the Joint Legislative Committee, Minority Leader of the Senate, and leader in emergency preparedness, which led to the State Office of Emergency Services named "Senator Bill Campbell Bldg." During the 1984 Olympics, he was elected President of the Los Angeles Coliseum. Bill was a veteran of the 101st Airborne Division and George H.W. Bush gave him the honor to serve on the American Battle Monuments Commission.
He married Margene Taylor in the Los Angeles Temple and together they have three daughters, Kim Foster (deceased), Michelle Warnick (Greg), and Stephanie Jones (Alan), 14 grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. He is survived by a brother, Kip Campbell (Sylvia), and a sister, Dr. Shirley J. Campbell.
He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving as a Gospel Teacher for over 20 years. His love of the Gospel and our Country was an inspiration to all who knew him, especially to his family.
Funeral Services will be held Saturday, March 28th, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1810 West Springwater Park Drive, Orem, UT, 84058. A viewing will take place from 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. on the same day. Services under the direction of Sundberg-Olpin Funeral Home: 495 South State Street, Orem, UT, 84058. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.SundbergOlpinMortuary.com.
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Paul Tolmas
April 10, 2018
I only met the Senator a few times but he was just as nice as a person could be.
My sincerest belated condolences to all. Rest in peace.
Joyce Johnston
April 1, 2015
Dear Margene and family, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Bill was such a good and kind man; getting to know the two of you was one of the many delights of marrying Dick Costigan. We were very touched by his officiating at our wedding. We missed you in California, but were so glad that you got to be closer to family. I so hope that Bill and Dick are enjoying a joke together somewhere, but I know that he will never leave your heart. Much love and comfort to you all.
March 27, 2015
Dear SisterCampbell, Judy and I want to express our sorrow for your loss. Bill has gone to a better place to await for the time you and others he loved to join him. In the mean time he is enjoying reuniting with those who have preceded him. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. We love you. Sincerely,Fred and Judy Cook
March 26, 2015
Dear Margene, Michelle, and Stephanie,
I am so sorry to hear about your husband and father's passing. He was such a good man, and a critical part of my own youth. I have nothing but the best of memories involving the Bill Campbell family.
Love,
Barbara Lewis Camp
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March 25, 2015
Margene and Family,
My heartfelt condolence for the passing of a wonderful man. The Senator was my boss, mentor, and friend. I am grateful for his kindness, generosity, and guidance. May the Lord bless and comfort the Campbell family at this time.
Robert Gerber
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