Photo courtesy of Gilbertson Funeral Home and Cremation Service - Stanwood
Stanwood, Washington
Aug 1, 1933 – Dec 1, 2025 (Age 92)
Oren was born in Hays, KS, on August 1, 1933 to Oren E. Campbell, Sr and Ethel M. Vilven Campbell. He aspired to a journalism career from his teen years in Paola, KS, starting as a cub reporter on his hometown weekly. He attended Kansas State College, where he edited the Collegian student...
Read MoreOren was a fine man to work with and it was an honor to call him Boss for 10 years. We discussed, read, argued, cajoled, persuaded and performed whatever needed to be accomplished at The Daily, and we had each other’s backs. I’ll never forget him.
Judith Wilson
December 18, 2025 | Seattle, WA | Friend
Oren, thank you for being a great mentor at the University of Washington. You made my years there memorable. You will be remembered.
Heather Rosman
December 16, 2025 | Clifton Park, NY
Wonderful obituary. He´s smiling at knowing he is missed.
Jan
December 10, 2025 | Other
Oren was a great guy and helped me make the transition from being a military veteran to becoming a journalist. He will be truly missed. My condolences to his family.
John DeWeese
December 09, 2025 | WA | Student
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Lisa Schisler
December 05, 2025 | Naples, FL | Family