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George Cambron Obituary
Born Jan. 1, 1953, in Nelson County to Juicey and Betty Cambron, he was the third of nine children.
Dick loved people, horses, dogs, trees, campfires, travel and adventure.
He was an advocate both professionally and personally for individuals with disabilities. He coordinated disability services for Head Start, recruited individuals for the AFL-CIO and provided services as a vocational rehabilitation counselor for nearly 30 years. He was among the first to perform accessibility surveys for the University of Kentucky and Government buildings in Frankfort and served as a consultant for one of the first accessible trails at Mammoth Cave. Speaking to nursing, PT and OT about independent living skills gave him pleasure and hope.
Personally, he was instrumental in the development of the Center for Accessible Living in Louisville and Independence Place in Lexington. After graduating from college he spent several months traveling alone cross-country camping in a modified Plymouth Duster. Among the first to ski in the Breckinridge CO Adaptive Recreational Program he loved the thrill of whizzing down the mountain.
Special thanks to the Outlaws and others who made adventures possible, Clinton Matney, whose ingenuity kept Dick on wheels; his brother, Tom, and others who made living at home possible for the last year and a half; Care Tenders especially Kathy, Blue Grass Care Navigators Pink Team, the music therapists, and Jin Shin Jytsu, therapists at UK Chandler, Dr. Jeff Foxx, and the staff at Cardinal Hill especially Dr. Susan McDowell and Alicia Watts.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Jodie and Tony.
He is survived by his wife, Helen Arcisz, siblings, Barbara Cambron (Vee Bobblitt), Tom (Debbie), Lennie, Mary Lou (Karen Compton), Mary Ellen and Betsy; in-laws, Millie Cambron (Joe Paul Brady, Terri Cambron and Roger and Pat Arcisz; many nieces and nephews, dozens of cousins and innumerable friends.
In lieu of flowers consider a donation to the Arbor Day Foundation, 211 N. 12th St., Lincoln, NE 68508, arborday.org or Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest, P.O. Box 130, Clermont, KY 40110 bernheim.org.
A private family service following Covid guidelines was held at their convenience. The family looks forward to a gathering of friends when permitted.
"Don't let nothing get you plumb down." Woody Guthrie
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Memories and Condolences
for George Cambron
Erica
December 13, 2024
I'm sorry it took me so long...
Man! I miss you! You gave me great advice, over the years.
January 1,2025 is quickly approaching. You always quit smoking on your birthday.
I will take a "break* that day too
We really miss you!
Clinton Matney
June 16, 2020
Dick was honorable and genuine. A truly beautiful man. He laughed from the belly, and spoke from the heart. He was impossible to argue with, because he was determined not to lose, and he liked pointing out when I was being obstinate . I'm gonna miss him something awful.
Minor Hibbs
June 13, 2020
I remember Dickie staying with us in Austin on his cross country trip and going to Soap Creek Saloon to listen to music. I will always think of you kindly my friend.
Geralyn & Vern Ellis
June 13, 2020
"God Bless You All" Dears' "Dickie & Helen" & "All Of Your Family & Friends"!! We're "Thinking Of & Praying For You All"!! ((Dear Dickie, Please give "Jodie & Tony" & "Your Mom & Dad" "Hugs For Us" "Up In Heaven"!! We know "You All" are having a "Glorious Celebration Together" Up There Now!!)) We Love You All Of You All!! With Love, Geralyn & Vern Ellis!!
Mike and Kelly McFall
June 13, 2020
Dick it has been a pleasure and an honor to have known you. We will miss you and your annual gathering of the Outlaws here at Possum Trot. Mike will miss your stories, as you were a true story-teller. You always had kind words to say about others. You are on your final adventure, Dick. Fly high.
Erica
June 13, 2020
I'm gonna miss our smoke breaks with Glenna and Judy. I'm gonna miss your laugh. I'm gonna miss our chats. I'm gonna miss a lot...
Rest easy Mr. Cambron. ❤
Erica
Carl Hall
June 12, 2020
worked with Dick at Vocational Rehab for several years. Always liked him because he was contrary. Sorry for the loss. He was a good guy
Pam Keeling Talbott
June 12, 2020
Dickie touched everyone he met in the most positive way! So honored to have been his friend. for his wife and family!❤
Pam Keeling Talbott
Classmate/ friend
Barbie Downs
June 12, 2020
Dickie was my very first childhood friend. We spent so many carefree hours up and down Plum Run Road. He was such a free spirit. Gone too soon.
Curtis and Gail Chandler
June 12, 2020
It felt strange to mark our relationship as friend for Dick felt like family, our lives intertwining for the past 40 years. Oh Dick, king of possum trotters, we will miss you. You made the world richer.
alma jean burba
June 12, 2020
DICKIE WAS A FUN LOVING GOOD YOUNG MAN ALWAYS WITH A GREETING AND SMILE. HIS LIFE CHANGED THE DAY OF HIS MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT BUT HIS POSITIVE ATTITUDE NEVER CHANGED. THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY. ALMA JEAN(CUS)
alma jean burba
June 12, 2020
DICKIE WAS A FUN LOVING, GOOD YOUNG MAN, WAS ALWAYS SMILING. HIS LIFE WAS CHANGED THE DAY OF HIS MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT BUT HE CONTINUED WITH A POSITIVE ATTITUDE. MY PRAYERS TO HIS FAMILY. ALMA JEAN(CUS).
Susan Clark Jaggers
June 12, 2020
Uncle Dick was a one of my biggest life influences. I will miss him and all of his jokes and love for the rest of my life. I am blessed to have known him and been part of his heart family through his friendship with my father.
Patsy Vittitow Whiting
June 12, 2020
Very admirable for enjoying life and not allowing disability to consume his life. God gives us the strength to be strong, and joyful. By our disability can help others to be strong. Prayers are with the family.
Bill Medley
June 12, 2020
My every interaction with Dick was always for the purpose of having fun. That's quite a tribute to say about a person, but it is true. He was bent on finding the joy in life, helping others do the same. God bless and keep him.
Bluegrass District
June 12, 2020
Dick was a valued and loved member of the Bluegrass District Office of Vocational Rehabilitation. We extend our thanks to his family and friends for sharing him with us for so many years.
Trese
June 12, 2020
...and nothin kept Dickie down for too long
One of the most positive people to grace this PlanetThe dear, sweet soul from Plum Run lives on
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