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Flake Campbell Obituary

Campbell, Flake C. passed away, Monday, December 24, 2012. Beloved husband of Betty C. Campbell; dear father of Steve Campbell & Lindsay (Van) Campbell-Reidhead; loving grandfather of Anna, Amelia & Matilda; brother of Karen C. Adderton; uncle, brother-in-law, cousin & friend to many. Flake loved golf and metallurgical engineering, a lifelong vocation that culminated in the authorship and publication of numerous educational and reference books. He earned a Masters Degree from the University of Missouri-Rolla and Maryville University, and was a 2001 recipient of the Boeing Company's Senior Technical Fellow award for accomplishments in his field. At retirement, Flake was a Director and Senior Technical Fellow in the field of Manufacturing Technology within Boeing's Phantom Works service. Services: Funeral service at the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Monday, January 7, 11:30 a.m. Interment Valhalla Cemetery. If desired, contributions may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital (www.stjude.org). Visitation Monday 10:30 a.m. until time of service. Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com

Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Jan. 4, 2013.

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John McKelvey

July 23, 2013

Flake was the most respected engineer and leader from industry at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) in his time. When Flake came to Dayton to brief AFRL, their engineers rearranged their schedules to hear his perspective.

Inderfurth Rick

January 17, 2013

To the Campbell Family, I am a friend of Flake's from many days gone by -- at Myers Park High School in Charlotte. We played football together -- actually he played (and he was beyond great); I was on the bench most of the time -- and we spent a month together at a Young Life camp in Colorado working with inner city kids, a great eye-opening, learning and growing experience for us both. Our paths diverged after that -- Flake to NC State, me to UNC -- then he to St. Louis and me to Washington. But, and this is the important part, I have always thought of Flake when my mind returns to my growing up days in Charlotte, the lasting friendships I made there, and those I admired most. Flake Campbell will always remain in my thoughts and now prayers.

Herbert Lewis (Bud) Orr

January 8, 2013

He was my friend and in my opinion the best of the best.He has gone to a special place the Lord has for special men.

Troy & Melissa Ollar

January 7, 2013

To the Campbell Family,
We are very sorry for your loss in these difficult times. God bless you. The Ollar Family

Bill & Mary Ann Fogarty

January 7, 2013

Betty and Family
We are very sad and have difficulity believing Flake's passing. Many great memories of our families growing up and moving on to better things. It is impssible to accept that Flake was the first too move on to a better place, after so many years as neighbor and teammate. Mary Ann's eye surgery was succesful but did keep us away from Flake's service. Our prayers our sympathy are with "you-all" Betty, Lindsey and Steve.

Bill and Mary Ann Fogarty

Lisa Phelps

January 7, 2013

Betty and family -
I'm so sorry to hear of Flake's passing. I worked with him for many years in both Industrial Engineering and Technology Development and he was loved and respected by many. He will be missed. Our prayers go out to you and your family.

January 7, 2013

Betty, I am so sorry to hear of Flake's passing. Jimmy Williams and I worked for Flake an we all had several Christmas dinners together. Flake was a good person. My deepest sympathy. Gail (Clowers) Lineback

Adrian Allen

January 7, 2013

Dear Flake's family. My heartfelt sympathy to you all. Flake touched all our hearts in Sheffield during the time he spent here helping us set up our research centers. He leaves a wonderful legacy in the UK at the centers he helped form. The support he gave us will never be forgotten and always appreciated. Adrian Allen.

Norman Ritter

January 7, 2013

I am very sorry to hear of Flake's passing. Flake was my manager at Boeing and it was his leadership that guided me through a difficult time. I will always be thankful for his guidance and kindness.

Ed Kern

January 7, 2013

Betty and Family,

I would like to extend my deepest sympathy for your loss. I had the good fortune to know and work with Flake for quite a few years. I will remember him fondly as a friend, co-worker, and as a fine engineer, but most of all, as a true gentleman. We will all miss him.

Chris and Keith Ridgway

January 6, 2013

Betty and family - Very sad to hear of Flake's passing. Flake was a tremendous help to us in Sheffield, UK, when we established the AMRC Composite Centre. He leaves a tremendous legacy of the bright young engineers he inspired and trained, working in a fantastic facility, built and equipped with his advice and guidance.

January 5, 2013

Betty and Family,
We are so sorry and saddened by your loss. Michael has fond memories of playing golf with Flake and John.
May you find solace in all of your memories and hold them close to your heart.
Love and prayers to you at this difficult time~ May you find much comfort in your memories.
Love,
Adrienne & Michael Plourde

Mike Callaghan

January 4, 2013

Betty and Family,
I worked with Flake on several projects while at McDonnell Douglas. He was a well respected co-worker, and a gentleman to all. I will miss him at our "old coots" gatherings, as well as on the course. You are in our thoughts and prayers this evening.

John and Roberta Huebner

January 4, 2013

Betty,
So very saddened by the loss of Flake. So many memories of him come rushing back. He will be missed.

Marla Bernstein

January 4, 2013

Betty, You and Flake were close friends of my late husband, Donald and I many years ago. I have never forgotten you or your family. I send you and your family my heartfelt sympathy. I would like to touch base with you when you feel up to talking. In the meantime, you and your family will be in my prayers.

John Baumann

January 4, 2013

Betty - very sorry to hear of Flake's passing. As with a few others, I have really good memories of many, many rounds of golf with Flake, and his truly unique approach to playing - and scoring - the game. I'll treasure the clubs that he personally fabricated for me, along with the signed copy of the last book he authored. I hope you find comfort in the fact that he will be missed by so many. My deepest condolences.

Amy Helvey

January 4, 2013

I am so saddened to hear that Flake passed. I worked with him for several years and learned so much. Flake was always making me laugh. You have my deepest sympathy.

Danny Boy King

January 4, 2013

Betty,
Sorry for your loss. It will also be a loss for me. Flake was the best. I'll never forget playing golf with him at Dardenne especially one winter day when it was 10 degrees. It was so cold he cracked a ball that day. You bet he loved golf.

Marty Akers

January 4, 2013

I am very sory for your loss, Mr. Campbell was a very nice person and a leader in his field. The Boeing Company was blessed to have him.

Dick Schnarr

January 3, 2013

To the Campbell Family, We are very sad to hear of Flake's passing. I (Dick) will have many fond memories of all the rounds of golf with Flake. I will often laugh at Flake's philosophy about the game of golf "It's a mystery". We're in Texas for the winter otherwise we would be there to visit at the Chapel. Again, our sympathy. Dick & Pat Schnarr (one of the Monday and Thursday golfers)

Tim Hackett

January 3, 2013

Betty and Family,
I was very sorry to hear about Flake. Flake was a good friend and golf partner. We always played by Flakes rules of golf, which I am sure the USGA would not approve. Our scores were always better than they should have been. Golf was a game he loved to play and I have many good memories of our times out on the course. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Take care.

January 2, 2013

Betty and Family
I worked with your husband for many years as a McDonnold Douglas person and he was best of class. We wish you only good thoughts and memories in this most difficult of times.

Carole and Leslie cohen

January 2, 2013

Betty and Family,

We are so saddened by your loss and wear heavy hearts through these times. John will be attending the full service. May your Memories - and there are many - comfort you through these times and forever.
Much Love,
Marge and John Griffith

Chad Abel

January 2, 2013

Betty,

I am so sorry for your loss. May God wrap his arms around you during this time. You and your entire family are in my prayers.

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