Ben-Campbell-Obituary

Ben Nighthorse Campbell

Durango, Colorado

Apr 13, 1933 – Dec 30, 2025 (Age 92)

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BORN
April 13, 1933
DIED
December 30, 2025
AGE
92
LOCATION
Durango, Colorado

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Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell, artist, Olympic athlete, decorated veteran, tribal leader, and former United States Senator, died peacefully on December 30, 2025, surrounded by family. He was 92.Born April 13, 1933, in Auburn, California, Campbell overcame a difficult childhood marked by poverty...

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Remembering the wonderful award-winning jewelry and visits with Ben and his horses...gorgeous Supreme Champion Sailor's Night. Truly a great man! Best love to Linda; memories..............................

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

I never forgot "Mr" Campbell, my 8th grade art teacher at Cypress School in San Jose, CA, and watching the U.S. judo team workout in the San Jose State gym in 1964. Rest in Peace Ben Nighthorse Campbell, you're remembered by many!

My brother Lavern c. Fasthorse told me about Ben Campbell.

Great human being, a blessing to his family, his friends, and to his country and his Adopted state, Colorado

Our condolences and prayers to Ben's family. We have known Ben n Linda for many years, great friends. Went on some motorcycle rides, did a few runs for benefits. He was a great man that did great things for native Americans. May you rest in peace and ride on that Harley Davidson in haven

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Just when I thought I couldn´t love and respect the Senator more. How lucky are we for not just knowing him but benefiting from his leadership. God bless him and his family.