Joanne Campbell

Joanne Thomas Campbell Joanne Thomas Campbell, an Austinite of 34 years, went to be with her heavenly father on May 5 after a heroic battle against throat and neck cancer. She was 60 years old. Joanne, who was born in Denver, Colorado on April 26, 1951 obtained a degree from the University of Colorado in Music Education and then traveled the world while working as a flight attendant for United Airlines. Upon meeting her future husband in 1976, she moved to Austin and started a family in 1980. While in Austin she was an active member of her church community. She volunteered for many service organizations throughout the years and enjoyed substitute teaching at Bowie High School while raising her three children. Her favorite activities included singing, spending time with family and friends, enjoying the mountains of her native Colorado, serving her community and attending one of the many bible studies she was a part of. Joanne was preceded in death by her parents Milo and Irma Thomas. She is survived by her husband of 34 years, Bob Campbell; Children, Andrew, Mark, and Scott; Granddaughter Charlize The family would like to thank all of the family and friends for their support, prayers, help and kindness throughout this ordeal. Special Thanks goes to Cora Tucker and Carol Alonzi for their dedication and friendship to Joanne. A memorial service will be held at Manchaca Baptist Church on May 21st at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks you consider a donation to Manchaca Baptist Church, Austin Crisis Pregnancy Center, or the Salvation Army.