Gregory Robert Campbell

Campbell, Gregory Robert
Loving Husband, Father, Son, Brother, Grandfather, and Uncle is now in a more peaceful place with God in Heaven after his untimely passing on January 23, 2014. Greg was born in Phoenix, Arizona on July 12, 1958 to JD Campbell and Bettina Gysi. Greg lived in Southern California during his early teens and came back to Arizona and attended Peoria and Moon Valley High. After High School Greg moved back to California where he trained Trotters at Hollywood Park and Santa Anita. He was also very successful in the Auto sales and leasing industry where he managed several large dealerships at a very young age. He worked in the Music industry and had his own record production company. Later, Greg did return to Arizona where owned and operated Campbell Mercantile, Country Store, Grill and Gas Station. Greg loved the Mercantile has the original Campbell Mercantile originated in Rush Center, Kansas by his Grandparents in the early 20's. In addition Greg's Grandfather on his Mother side was a store owner in Switzerland, Greg was great with people and loved the fact that he got to know all his customers on a personal basis. Aside from Greg's deep and obvious love of his family and especially his children Greg had many passions; he loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, photography, exploring, sailing, guitar and music. He was especially proud of his classic rock and roll vinyl records which he started collecting when he was 14 years old. Everyone loved Greg and was always there when a friend or stranger needed something. He is survived by his wife Coral, beloved children Nicole, Jason, Jessica, Jeremiah, Kelsey, and Colton; Grand Children Taylor and Alicia; Great Granddaughter, Hayden; Mother Bettina Gysi, Father JD Campbell, Step-Mother, Colleen Campbell, brother Steven (Tory), Sister Rebecca and Brother David (Lisa), brother, Fred (Patty); Nieces Amy and Lauren; Nephews Derek, Robben, Bryan and Jack; In addition many cousins and friends who all considered Greg family. My Brother, my friend, you are now in peace, you are free of the demons of this earth, we love you, and we will miss you, we will never forget you, but will forever celebrate your life and all the joy you brought to our lives. Get back on your beloved Harley Ultra Glide and ride free my brother, my friend, the way you always loved to. Your Angels are among you. Memorial Service to be held Friday January 31, 2014, Contact 623-972-6133. In lieu of flowers please make donation to "Fender Music Foundation" The Fender Music Foundation PO Box 67 Agoura Hills, CA 91376 - See more at: http://www.fendermusicfoundation.org/donate-memorial-honorary/#sthash.NXr32TMs.dpuf