Sheriff Larry Campbell

Sheriff Larry Campbell, 72, passed away December 24, 2014. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, he was a long time resident of Tallahassee. Since 1996 he served as Sheriff of Leon County. His career in law enforcement began in 1961; Sheriff Campbell protected the citizens of the State of Florida for 53 years.

Sheriff Campbell is a Marine, a 32nd Degree Mason, member of the Scottish Rite Marzqu Shrine Temple and a member of St. Peter's Anglican Church.

He is survived by his loving wife, Machelle; son, Jack Campbell (Krista); two daughters, Jeannette Campbell Bjorklund (Chip), and Stephanie Meghan Capps (Gary); grandchildren, Colton Laurence, Campbell James, Carsyn Taylor, and Kaden John; brother, David Ferrell (Bronwyn); and father-in-law, John P. McDaniel.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 30th, at one o'clock in the afternoon at St. Peter's Anglican Church (4784 Thomasville Road, Tallahassee, FL 32309) with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in honor of Sheriff Campbell to The Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches, Inc (PO Box 2000, Boys Ranch, FL 32064) or a charity of your choice. Rocky Bevis of Bevis Funeral Home is assisting the family with their arrangements (850-385-2193, www.bevisfh.com)

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Published by Tallahassee Democrat from Dec. 27 to Dec. 29, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Larry Campbell

63 Entries

Chaplain USAF (DAV) John Edgeworth

January 14, 2015

God be with your family in this time of need. Thank you for the care given to each Family under your watch.

Dennis Egan

January 10, 2015

Machelle, Judy and I are so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely, Dennis

Former Trooper AL Geer (retired)

January 8, 2015

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Louiza Howard and Family

January 5, 2015

Absent from the body to be present with The Lord. To the Campbell Family My prayers and are with you alll. Know he was a GREAT MAN!! He fought a GOOD Fight and he kept the Faith Noe he receive his Crown one that will NEVER fade away. Stay Encourage.
*Love n Blessings*

Dan Carter

January 4, 2015

Larry was involved in law enforcement well before 1961..We were classmates at Leon in 1955...After school I would take him to Leon County Jail on my motorcycle where he worked for then Sheriff Bill Joyce...After high school we lost track of each other till much later...We often spoke and I always treasured those times...Larry was somewhat a hero for all those years...I will as well as the community miss his professional and dignified involvement..

Kevin Davis

January 1, 2015

On behalf of my Wife, Laurie Davis, and my children, Sharon and Allen, and myself, I honnor Seriff Larry Campbell for all his years,and thank him how he so graciously accepted my family and I has part of the LCSOCA groups. I know our Lord will be saying, well done, oh good and fainthful servent.

Betty Willard

January 1, 2015

I may have already left a message, but since I went to Larry's funeral since then, I want to tell you how it blessed me! I feel something has gone from the world but will be glad to see him again in Heaven!

Penelope Bowdren

January 1, 2015

My deepest sympathy and prayers to you all. Larry and I attended Leon high school and graduated together.he was so kind to everyone and one of my favorites! May his memory be eternal.Penelope Christie
Bowdren

Jerry J

December 31, 2014

I am very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. My heartfelt condolences to the family during this time of sorrow. (1Corinthains 15:26) (Isaiah 61:1,2) Please find peace in knowing that He understands your grief and He cares. 1 Peter 5:6,

Lisa ( Ladd ) Mobley

December 31, 2014

RIP Camp ... you were a kind and loving man and you will surely be missed ....

david perhosky

December 31, 2014

My thoughts are with you and your family in this trying time Jack.

Lori Taylor

December 30, 2014

I never met Sheriff Campbell in person, but his presence in our community was so large that his loss will be felt by everyone for a long time. I can hardly imagine what this area will be like without him. Thank you Sheriff for your service and commitment to the people of Leon County. My sincere condolences to his family and to the LCSO.

Another earthly guardian angel called home.

Nancy L. Calhoun

December 30, 2014

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal.

Jason Turner

December 30, 2014

I first met Sheriff Larry Campell when I was six years old back when he was a patrol deputy back in the early 70's. He was a man with a big heart. He definately had the heart for the law enforcement community. He will be missed. I pray for comfort and healing for the family and friends he leaves behind.

Joyce Alpine

December 30, 2014

R.I.P. Sheriff Campbell

Joyce Alpine

December 30, 2014

I did not know Sheriff Campbell but my thoughts and prayers go out to his family in this difficult time, he will live forever in your hearts.
Thank you for your years of service in protecting the people of Leon County.
R.I.P. Sheriff Campbell

December 30, 2014

REMEMBER LARRY " THE END OF LIFE DOES NOT MEAN THE END OF LOVE", WHICH I'M SURE THERE ARE MANY THAT HAVE IT FOR YOU.
YOUR SHRINE BROTHER PIERCE C. TUDOR

Mike Stanley

December 30, 2014

I've known Larry Campbell for years, even when he was a FDLE Agent, and I'm a retired FDLE Agent. Leon County will miss this great man!

John H. Sullivan

December 30, 2014

Many hearts are heavy and saddened with the passing of our great sheriff, Larry Campbell. Larry was a special longtime friend and fellow law enforcement officer. I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are there for his family, friends and community as we all begin healing from our loss. Be at peace my friend.

Annette Nolan

December 30, 2014

Larry was a great sheriff, but a greater person. Thanks Larry for your years of dedicated service to Leon County.

Christina Hill

December 30, 2014

My prayers are with the Campbell Family and Sheriff's Office.

Frank and Sharon Day

December 29, 2014

Machelle,our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time....Larry was an awesome man....Prayers Lifted up for Family and Friends and all of the LCSO. Thanks for Your Service Sheriff...May you Rest in Peace.

Richard English

December 29, 2014

Our prayers are with the Campbell family, may God provide comfort for you all. What a legacy this gentleman and faithful public servant has left.

Rob Assantes

December 29, 2014

Jack, Krista and the entire Cambell family has our thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy. May the lord accept your gracious father with open arms and comfort you during your grievances. With much love and deep regret, the Assantes Family.

Diane Turner

December 29, 2014

Larry has always been a kind and caring person with the highest integrity. That is the way he lived his life. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and the entire Tallahassee community as we all mourn the loss of a man who truly made a positive difference.

December 29, 2014

Jack Campbell and family--our hearts and thoughts are with you all. Always know your dad was a great man and defended Leon County. I know you can step up to the plate.

Billy Mills

December 29, 2014

Larry Campbell was a great Sheriff,a good man and a good friend. RIP

Judy Langston

December 29, 2014

Maurice and I have your family and the Leon County Sheriff's Office in our thoughts and prayers. Sheriff Campbell was a good man who spent a lifetime serving others.

Linda Buchanan

December 29, 2014

Machelle, remembering you in thought and prayer at this very difficult time.

Chaplain Dennis Young

December 29, 2014

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

Lisa Cramer

December 29, 2014

RIP Sheriff. Thanks for the service in the military and your service to this county. You will be greatly missed.

Anita Collins

December 29, 2014

Machelle, my thoughts and prayers are with you. God is holding you close.

Gloria Tucker

December 29, 2014

To the Family: It is obvious that Larry was a people person. He cared very much about his job and helping people. I appreciated his work on the Gary Hilton case. He talked with our family for an extensive amount of time after the murder of Sherry (Cheryl Dunlap). I truly appreciate his concern for justice.

Though death can steal your loved one, it can never steal your love. Larry lives in your hearts and he lives in your memories. May you hold fast those memories and they will help you to deal with this great loss. Life is so short and those we love are gone from our lives too quickly. God's promise to empty the grave in the near future is found at Hosea 13:14. May the God of loyal love comfort you during your time of sorrow.

Nancy Wingenbach

December 28, 2014

Larry represented the best of Tallahassee. I am proud of him and his work. My respect and my prayers are with his family.

John Roberts

December 28, 2014

You made our Leon High School class of 1960 mighty proud! You will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

Elaine Ball-Horton

December 28, 2014

SPREAD YOUR WINGS AND SOAR HIGH MY FRIEND...YOU HAVE EARNED THEM. PLEASE KEEP A WATCHFULL EYE ON YOUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS IN LAW ENFORCEMENT. REST MY FRIEND.

December 28, 2014

We give thanks for all of Sheriff Campbells many years of dedicated service.

December 28, 2014

RESTING IN THE ARMS OF JESUS.
Billy & Shirley(Rowan) Presnal,
Gladys E, Rowan,
Jason Kingry

Dorine Allen

December 28, 2014

Machele,our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time - Larry was an awesome man -

Ella Andrews

December 28, 2014

RIP Larry, thanks for a job well done! Prayers are going up for your Family and for Sheriff's. Dept.

David Livingston

December 28, 2014

To all of Sheriff Campbell's family, please know all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. He was a unique individual leaving behind a unique legacy. May the peace of The Lord comfort you during this time.

Dorothy Rackley

December 27, 2014

RIP Sheriff Campbell. I remember on several occasions watching you feel the spirit at Bethel Baptist Missionary Church. Thanks For Protecting Us All These Years. When I Need The Law Back In The Day I Always Call The Sheriff. I Enjoyed The Cancer Walk In May The Sheriff Department Supported Sheriff Campbell. Sheriff Campbell I Was Heal On This Side And You Are Healed On The The Other Side. Family Trust In Jesus And Everything Will Be Alright. Love Dot Randolph Rackley and Family.

Tina Couch

December 27, 2014

Larry and my father in law Edward Couch Sr. got into a to of mischief together here in Tallahassee. They had great times together. My husband Shawn grew up knowing him as Uncle Larry. When Shawn and I married in 2008 he made me feel like I belonged. He told me I made a promise to Shawn's parents that I would watch over of him. Then he hugged me and said welcome to the family. I am making this promise to you Uncle Larry I am going to watch over him now. Don't cause to much mischief up in heaven with dad. We love you and you will be missed. To your wife and family may you find peace and lots of great memories like we have.
Tina Couch daughter in law of Edward Couch Sr.

Steve Edwards and family

December 27, 2014

Please accept our sincere condolences.

Gloria Council Dowden

December 27, 2014

Will miss seeing Larry at our Leon '60 gatherings

December 27, 2014

My. LongtIme friend and one of a few supercops.. Please accept our condolences

E. D. Williams, Chief of Police, Retd. ISPD
Colonel, Tampa PD, Retd

Carol Nunn Midler

December 27, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with Machelle, your children, and the rest of your family and friends. You will be sorely missed also by your Leon High School classmates of 1960 and your staff at the Sheriff's Office.

God gave us a wonderful person who helped the world become a better place. He has now taken you home to be with him.

May you rest in peace in God's arms as He gives comfort to those you left behind. You will always be in our hearts and minds.

December 27, 2014

Sheriff Campbell was a contemporary icon in local law enforcement; and a respected leader in the community. He will be sorely missed. Thoughts and prayers are extended to his family and many friends. Janis Williamson

Mary Mcmahan

December 27, 2014

My thought and prayers are with the family and with the family at the Leon County Sheriffs Department. you will be missed by many. R.I.P.

December 27, 2014

May God comfort Larry's family as only He can. Went to school with Larry.

December 27, 2014

FREE FROM PAIN AT LAST.

December 27, 2014

GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY.
PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR LAW PROTECTION AT ALL TIMES.
REST IN PEACE FRIEND, YOU DESERVE IT.

At the Leon High School Class of 1960's "70th Birthday Party"

Annette Hannon Lee

December 27, 2014

At our monthly class luncheon the day after Christmas, members of the Leon High School Class of 1960 fondly remembered Larry, our classmate growing up in Tallahassee. In high school, he said he wanted to be sheriff someday. We're proud that he succeeded so grandly.

Ed Stafford

December 27, 2014

So long old friend and as always, Semper Fi!!!

ervin beagles

December 27, 2014

Larry, and I, were high school friends. After leaving school, we went our seperate ways, but I alway considered him my friend. The greatest sheriff since Bill Joyce, rest in peace Larry, you deserve more peace than you have had the past few years.

Peace be with you.

December 27, 2014

Fair winds and peaceful waters. Semper Fi Sheriff Campbell. Jim & Bob Kendrick.

David Brand

December 27, 2014

Sheriff Campbell was a true son of Tallahassee having graduated from Leon High School and Florida State University. To me, he embodied everything we have come to expect from our law enforcement leaders: decisive, bold, focused and seasoned with compassion for others. I will miss him.

Larry Wood

December 27, 2014

Our prayers and thoughts for family he loves so much! We will miss him at Premier Gym and in our Community.

edna butler

December 27, 2014

Praying for the family. May God Bless you all.

Alison Evans Methodist Home for Children

December 26, 2014

Machelle and family
He was cut from the old cloth and ran with the best of the best! Sheriff Campbell was genuine, clear, hard fought and hard won. Please know you are in my prayers.....
Alison Evans, former Member of the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches team!

Susan Davis

December 26, 2014

Praying God will bless your family and bring you peace.

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