Edward Campbell
Lancaster: Edward L. Campbell, 79, of Lancaster, passed away at his residence on July 17, 2017. He was born in Lancaster on January 28, 1938 to Lloyd "Slim" and Martha Campbell.
Edward lived an amazing life in service to his community and others which includes 50 years' service in the American Red Cross, over 50 years at the Fairfield County Fair, 50 years at the Civil Air Patrol where he was Lieutenant Colonel, and the Lancaster and Fairfield County Amateur Radio Club for 41 years. He was also a member of the American Legion-Post 11, served on the Fourth of July Committee, was a founding board member of the Ohio Glass Museum, helped at the Sweet Corn Festival, was a Fairfield County poll worker and community watch member, served on the Lancaster Festival Committee, was an amateur radio emergency services coordinator for Fairfield County, and finally worked with the Fairfield County EMA where he helped with tornado sirens.
In addition to his volunteerism, Edward was a Lancaster policeman, worked for Campbell Electric with his father, and retired from Anchor Hocking after working as an electrician for 30 years.
Edward also enjoyed spending his winters in Arizona, but above all was a loving father and husband.
Edward is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Carolyn; sons, Edward II, Mark, and Richard Campbell; daughter, Melanie (Bill) Tichenor; grandsons, Charles Carothers, Josh (Mollie) Bristol, and Christopher, Aaron (Kim), Edward III, and Mark Campbell; granddaughters, Tara (Mike) Manning, Meghan (Mike) Elliott, and Amanda (Shawn) Neighborgal; 9 great grandchildren; and siblings, Gayle McKenzie, Jean (Jerry) Smutylo, Jodi (Howard) Miller, and Gary (Cathy), Jack, Steve (Jane), Jim (Kelly), and Martin (Tammy) Campbell; and sister-in-law, Sherry Miller.
He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Nathan Campbell; and brother-in-law, Gene McKenzie.
A funeral service will take place Monday, July 24, 2017 at 10 AM at the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME. A committal service will follow at Floral Hills Memory Gardens. Friends and family may visit at the funeral home on Sunday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM. Online condolences may be made at www.funeralhome.com
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Edwards's memory to the American Red Cross, 121 West Mulberry St., Lancaster, OH 43130 or to Fairhope Hospice, 282 Sells Rd, Lancaster, OH 43130
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I had the opportunity to know and work with Ed at Anchor - A great friend, greatly missed!
Dale Starr
August 28, 2018
I am so sorry for your lose. Memories last for ever. Never forget the good funny and bad memories.
He will last forever in your heart.
Deb HOFFMAN
July 25, 2017
R.I.P Ed you will be missed!
Teresa Hillyard
July 24, 2017
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss.PSALM 146:5.
July 24, 2017
R.I.P Ed. You will be greatly missed.
Jenny Marietta
July 24, 2017
Carolyn, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Ed was wonderful man and showed such a strength of character and caring for all of his volunteer work through the years. He had such an impact on so many lives. I will miss him at the Board office, the Festival, on the radios and so many other places. Prayers for your strength, comfort and peace.
Susie Bloom
July 22, 2017
Carolyn,
So sorry for your loss and pain. Cherish the great memories of 50 years. Praying for comfort and strength.
Sharon Witherspoon
July 22, 2017
Carolyn & family....I send to you my deepest, heartfelt sympathy.
Kaye "Campbell" Matz
July 22, 2017
A role model for service above self, Ed touched so many during his time with us. I know his legacy will continue to spread as these connections pay it forward. My thoughts and prayers to Ed's family and friends.
Lou Ross
July 22, 2017
I have known Ed for many years through volunteering at the Red Cross. He was a true Red Crosser, always available for any project, deployment or task. Ed knew all the ins and outs of the DAT business.
It was always a pleasure to see him, he always had a kind word for all, and truly enjoyed his work and his family. I'm so glad I was able to know him and to call him my friend.
Joyce Guenther
July 21, 2017
So sorry to hear of Ed's passing. I worked "volunteered" at the American Red Cross with Ed.
Barbara Seymour Halter
July 21, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers for Carolyn, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. We were privileged to live by Ed & Carolyn for 34 years. Great neighbors and friends as well.
Will miss seeing Ed leave his driveway from my kitchen window early morning or returning late evening from one of his many volunteer jobs. My heart was heavy during the July 4th parade knowing he should have been riding in the first car.
What a great life this man lived and was so kind and humble. So blessed to know both Ed and Carolyn.
Don & Cindy Swartz
July 21, 2017
Ed was always a role model and also a very caring and helpful person .I remember him when we were boy scouts in troop 240 over 60 years ago. R I P Ed.
Don Miller
July 21, 2017
So sorry to hear this. I always liked to see Ed at the Fair when I worked there. Very friendly and well liked. He will be missed.
Tammy Daugherty VanScoy
July 21, 2017
My sincere condolences to Carolyn, Richard, and Melanie and all the family. Sue McClurg Fischer (former grade 4 teacher at C.H.)
July 21, 2017
Tara , so sorry to learn of your grandpas passing . Your family is in my thoughts and prayers .
Mary Lehner
July 21, 2017
Carol,Mel & Family We are so sorry for your loss.
Keeping you all in prayer Dave & Angi Griffith
Dave & Angi Griffith
July 21, 2017
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