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ROSS CAMPBELL Obituary
AMBASSADOR (RETIRED) ROSS CAMPBELL, D.S.C., O.C.
NOVEMBER 4, 1918 AUGUST 15, 2007 Born in Toronto to William Marshall and Helen Isobel Campbell, brother to Helen and Keith, Ross Campbell graduated from the Faculty of Law, University of Toronto, in 1940 with the degree of Bachelor of Arts. During World War II, he served from 1940 to 1945 in the Royal Canadian Navy on loan to the Royal Navy, and was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross by King George VI in 1944 for actions in Motor Torpedo Boats. At the end of the war, Lieut. Commander Campbell married Pippa Grantham-Hill in Beccles, Suffolk, in England. They had two children, Hugh Ross and Timothy Keith. Together they enjoyed many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Ross joined the External Affairs Department in 1945 serving first in diplomatic posts in Norway, Denmark and Turkey. At home, he held a series of senior positions in Ottawa including Head of the Middle East Division, Special Assistant to the Minister and Assistant Under Secretary of State for External Affairs responsible for international security affairs ( NATO ; NORAD ; U ni t ed Nations; peacekeeping). In later appointments, he was Canada's Ambassador to Yugoslavia, Algeria, NATO (Paris and Brussels), Korea and Japan. At NATO he was Canada's representative on the Nuclear Planning Group. He was a frequent lecturer on strategic studies at the National Defence College, Kingston, the Canadian Forces Staff College, Toronto; and the NATO Defence College in Rome. Following a distinguished 30 year diplomatic career, Mr. Campbell became Chairman of Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL) from 1975-80 during which period he played a major role in nuclear power contracts with Korea, Argentina, Romania, Japan, Italy and Mexico. He is a past Director of the Canadian Nuclear Association, a for mer member of the Advisory Committee to the Minister of Industry Trade & Commerce and a founding member of the Canadian Businessmen's Association in Japan. A f t e r le a v ing AECL, M r. Campbell was engaged as an advisor to business and industrial clients both at home and abroad. He was a founder and partner of InterCon Consultants from 1983 to 2007. Ross also enjoyed memberships in the Naval Officers Association of Canada, the Canadian Defence Preparedness Association, the Canada-Japan Society and the Canada Korea Society and was a Life Member of the Rideau Club in Ottawa. In 2003, he was inducted into the Canadian Veterans Hall of Honour. On May 4, 2007 Ross was invested as an Officer of the Order of Canada. Funeral to take place on Thursday, August 23, 2007 at 2:00 P M. at the Anglican . Church 101 Symmes Road in Aylmer, Quebec. (corner of Frank-Robinson) In lieu of flowers, donations to the Perley Rideau Veterans Foundation at 1750 Russell Road, Ottawa, ON K1G 5Z6 appreciated. Funeral entrusted to: 819-684-1155 [email protected]
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Memories and Condolences
for ROSS CAMPBELL
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Fiona and Amelia Wellington
September 5, 2007
To the Campbell family and especially to Pippa,
You have both given us the most unforgetable holidays in Spain over the last ten years, this summer was just not the same. Ross was the most extraordinary man whom we loved dearly. We send you all our love Pippa and hope we can entice you back for many more happy times at El Palomar.
Love Mike, Fiona, Henny and your Sophia Loren Xxx
Barry Turner
August 28, 2007
To the Campbell Family;
I knew Ross professionally some years ago and I developed the greatest respect for his skill and Professionalism. I was returning to Hong Kong on Air Canada when I saw his obit in the Globe and Mail so I hoisted a glass of Champagne in his honor; I think he would have liked that. Far too few gentlemen in business these days. The world is a poorer place with his passing.
John Noble
August 25, 2007
On behalf of the Retired Heads of Mission Association (RHOMA), of which Ross was a founding member, I wish to express our heartfelt sympathy to Pippa and the family. Ross was a very distinguished Canadian public servant and an outstanding diplomat. We will miss him.
John Noble
President of RHOMA
Maggie Marion
August 23, 2007
Our sympathy to you, Pippa and your family on your great loss. We have wonderful memories of "Rivermead" and of our friends from that time. David and Maggie
Lauren Groves
August 22, 2007
Pippa, my heart goes out to you and your family. I feel so fortunate to have spent Christmas in Spain with you and Ross. He was an incredible man and will be deeply missed.
Bruce & June Swinton Swinton
August 21, 2007
We always enjoyed Ross's company on those too few times when we got together for mutal and happy family occasions.
Bruce & June Swinton
Caitlin Moore
August 21, 2007
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Jeremy Kinsman
August 21, 2007
When I was on my first posting in Brussels in the 1960's, Ross was a mentor and I dare say an idol, and he provided a standard to look up to for a full lifetime as a foreign service officer of Canada. He was a star at NATO, where he and Pippa lent some much-needed style. He operated with flair and great courage. He listened to the views of a young officer with the same attention he paid Pierre Trudeau's (whom he didnt hesitate to take on). His strength was accompanied by kindness. We shall possibly not see his like again in public service.
Martin Sampson
August 21, 2007
A man of great character, Ross made an indellible impression on me. It is a privelege to have known him. I will not forget him.
Jim Courtright
August 20, 2007
I have many fond memories of Ross in Yugoslavia, Brussels and Spain in the 1960's and later in Canada in the 1970's. His generosity and kindness were most appreciated.
My sincere condolences to Pippa, Hugh and Tim
Admiral (Ret'd) John Anderson
August 19, 2007
I first met Ross Campbell when I was the head of the Canadian Forces Nuclear Submarine program 1987 to 89. I realized at the time that Ross was a "jewel" in the Canadian crown. I respected him highly. When I was appointed as Canada's Ambassador to NATO, Ross was one of the first to congratulate me. It was an honour and pleasure to follow in his foot steps. He was a great Canadian!
Beverly Blair
August 19, 2007
My family will never forget Ross. He always told wonderful stories and was so interesting and fun during those fantastic years in Spain. Our hearts are with Pippa and all the family.
Vivian Moore-Watson & Joseph Watson
August 19, 2007
Mrs Campbell and family,
There are no words to express the loss of Ross, he was truly a inspirational man to all of us who had the pleasure and honour of not only working with him but also being able to call him our dearest and special friend. We will all miss you very much Ross.
Sheri & Ted Pendlebury
August 18, 2007
Our hearts go out to Pippa and family. We with the Raleighites also will miss Ross a great deal. He was a delight to know.
Wendy Swinton
August 18, 2007
I will be forever grateful for the guidance, love and respect you always showed me. You were a wise, caring man, a man I'm proud to have been able to call my father-in-law.
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