Gary Lynn Campbell

Gary Lynn Campbell, 81, of Erwin, Tennessee, formerly of Clarendon, Texas, passed away Monday, February 9, 2026, in Erwin.

Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 18, 2026, in Robertson Funeral Directors Saints' Roost Chapel in Clarendon, Texas, with burial to follow in Citizens Cemetery in Clarendon. Viewing will be held Tuesday, with the family receiving friends from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements are under the care of Robertson Funeral Directors of Clarendon, Texas.

Gary was born November 18, 1944, in Amarillo, Texas, to Hazel Beatrice and Thomas Jefferson "Buster" Campbell, Jr. He was raised in Clarendon and graduated from Clarendon High School, forming lifelong friendships and deep roots in the community he would always consider home.

On November 9, 1973, he married the love of his life, Bonnie Maxine Ellerbrook. Together they built a life grounded in devotion to family, resilience, and shared adventure. Gary's work in hazardous waste contracting with the Environmental Protection Agency took him across the country, including time spent working on the Love Canal project. His career led him to live in New Jersey for five years before returning to Texas, where he resided in Houston. Later, he and Bonnie moved to Tennessee, where he eventually retired.

After retirement, Gary and Bonnie returned to Clarendon, where they spent 15 meaningful years. During that time, Gary gave back generously to the community, working alongside the City of Clarendon to assist with the development of new water infrastructure. He volunteered countless hours to see the project through, reflecting his strong work ethic and commitment to improving the place he loved. Following Bonnie's passing in 2022, Gary moved back to Tennessee.

Gary had a curious and creative spirit. He enjoyed glass blowing, brewing his own beer, and playing cards with family and friends. He especially loved being on the water, spending cherished time on his boat. A devoted football fan, he loyally supported the Houston Oilers-later the Tennessee Titans-often joking that the Oilers followed him to Tennessee, making his allegiance an easy one.

Above all, Gary loved his family. He was a man who chose to see the bright side of life and carried that outlook with him in both good times and difficult seasons. He deeply loved his wife, his children, and the many grandchildren and great-grandchildren who brought him joy and pride.

He was preceded in death by his parents and by his beloved wife, Bonnie, in 2022.

He is survived by his children, Terry Ellerbrook and wife Martha of Lubbock, Texas; and Bobby Ellerbrook and wife Barbara of Clarendon, Texas, Kim Campbell of Jonesborough, Tennessee, and Chris Campbell and wife Missy of Hendersonville, Tennessee; his brothers, Pete Campbell and wife Becky of Farmersville, Texas, and Jeff Campbell and wife Mona of Delores, Colorado; 13 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.

Gary's life was marked by dedication, generosity, and love-a legacy that will continue through the family and community he cherished.