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Jessie Campbell Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Statesville Record & Landmark.
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June 13, 2010
Happy Birthday, Uncle Hugh as we all so fondly called you, you are sorely misses, however your precious memories will always be with and remembering some stories shared gives me (BIG) smiles. I know that I am one of the few who was blessed by sharing his company. Happy birthday in heaven my friend. Gerri Summers Flushing,N.Y.
August 9, 2009
uncle hugh and aunt polly were always special, we miss them dearly, may god bless you and kevin in remembering them in their kind ways. love claudene
cedric dalton
July 7, 2009
well Aunt polly and uncle Hugh are now together again. may the peace and blessing of the almighty creator be upon them, and may their children find tranquility now, knowing that their parents are in the safe hands of the almighty one, and that their cosmic energy will be shared by everyone now.
Libby Dalton-Dulin
July 6, 2009
To the children of this great man, he truly was a joy to be around. His smiling face, the love he shared every time you see him. I miss him so much. Uncle Hugh, keep the coffee brewing and share a cup with my mother (Asalee). I will always keep you in my heart. Love your niece Libby
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naomi
June 24, 2009
Hugh was a good friend. He was a person I respected as a husband and father I would model all husbands and fathers after him. he was a joy to be around,good for a good joke at any moment. made a good cup of coffee I would walk in hugh would get the coffee. I miss my friends you can never have a Hugh without a Polly. happy birthday my friend.
sylvester palmer
June 16, 2009
Dear Uncle Hugh,We want you to know that you are greatly missed, Pop always talks about the time that you and him first met and how we use to have those get togethers. You will always be on our minds. Love Lamont
Roni Minter
June 15, 2009
Happy Birthday Uncle Hugh;
I truly miss calling you and Aunt Polly and hearing you say "Is this Roni Minter." I am so grateful that you lived long enough to know that I had turned my life around.
Kiss Aunt Lee for me. Miss you both.
Roni
Regina Johnson
June 15, 2009
Remembering My Friend:
I truly miss our coffee time together and his check list of what I needed to do for my car. First question, how many miles do you have on that car and how many miles are you getting to the gallon? I could never give him the answer, but it was the fun of the fellowship.
Denise Wilson Mills
June 15, 2009
Happy Birthday Uncle Hugh,
The memories are just overflowing. You always had a kind word for me and kept the family laughing. Please take care of your 'baby sis' for me. Watch over the family, and may God bless and keep you always!
Pamela Palmer
June 14, 2009
Dear Uncle Hugh,
You are gone but not forgotten; reminders of your presence are with us everyday in the photos we have of you. You were always kind to me when we first met, and you embraced the girls when they were born. I am fortunate to have known you. May God bless and keep you. Happy Birthday!
Virginia (Peggye) Dowell
June 14, 2009
Happy Birthday Hugh! I'm blessed to be able to recall the many precious moments of good times we had with you, Polly, Kelvin and Genee! Remembering you and though it were just yesterday we miss your wonderful humor and winsome smile. May God bless your family and keep Polly under His guidance for improved health.
cedric dalton
June 13, 2009
Happy birthday uncle Hugh:
I have your picture on my shelf next to my dads and i look at you everyday before i leave the house and gather my spiritual energy from both. Look in at aunt polly and keep her strong for what she has to endeavor. Bless your children as they keep you alive in all our hearts and souls.
June 13, 2009
Happy Birthday Pop! I miss you to no end. Love you always and forever. Bubblin' Brown Suga :o)
Geraldine Summers
June 13, 2009
happy belated birthday in heaven my good buddy and special friend. I could never ever forget the Man that you were. Always with a smile and an encouraging word for everyone,helping,guiding quietly, with never a complaint.he and Polly always made you feel at home when in their home or just being in their company. Hugh Jessie Campbell has left us great memories to kept us smiling for a life time. May God Bless you and family. a special prayer for my friend Polly and her healing.
Vanessa Peele
June 13, 2009
June 13, 2009
Happy birthday Uncle Hugh, I will always remember your warm smile, quick wit and funny stories. You were always ready with a kiss and "how you doing sweetie?" You are missed every day but there is a part of you that is me, and it will always be that way. Love, your neice, Vanessa.
Peggy Moore
June 13, 2009
Genee
I had forgotten that my brother Rickey and Uncle Hugh shared a birthday. Celebrating this day will keep him close so I join with you in loving memory.
All my love,
Peggy
Fred Long
June 13, 2009
Dear Genee and Kelvin,
It is hard to believe that it has been two years since Uncle Hugh went on to be with the Lord. We will always remember his wit and treasure his life with us. We continue to be blessed to have Aunt Polly here to warm our hearts. We love you all.
PAMELA WALKER-HYATT
October 23, 2007
MR CAMPBELL WAS A HARD WORKER WHO WAS VERY DEVOTED TO HIS WIFE AND CHILDREN. IT WAS A PLEASURE GROWING UP IN THE CAMPBELL HOUSEHOLD, ESPECIALLY WHEN MR CAMPBELL WAS HOME. HIS INTERACTION WITH POLLY MADE GENEE AND I LAUGH ALL THE WAY TO ADULTHOOD. I HAD SO MUCH FUN IN MY 2ND HOME WITH THE CAMPBELL'S.
LIbby Dulin
April 1, 2007
Aunt Polly, Kelvin, Genee
Uncle Hugh was truly a jewel. He will truly be missed in our hearts. We loved him dearly, but God loved him more. Love Libby
Hugh Campbell Jr.
March 16, 2007
It's hard for me to put into words what my grandfather meant to me. Just the feeling that he was always proud of me, no matter what. And the relationship he had with everyone around him. I can say I'm blessed to know that all 4 of my grandparents on a respectable level. Just the feeling of the house up in NY without him in it is something that I'm gonna have to get use to. My entire life, I've never been in that house without him there. We're all going to miss him a lot. But I'm happy that he's at peice. And his legacy still lives in all of us who knew him.
Rhonda Johnson
March 14, 2007
When I think of Uncle Hugh I can't help but smile. He knew how to make you feel loved and for a child there is nothing better than that. I can remember always wanting to visit him because he was so funny and cheerful and loving. He reached a place in my heart that is so deep and so pure that even as an adult I felt like a happy and loved little girl in his presence. I still feel that way when I think of him now, what a wonderful gift he has given me! I hope he knew that I loved him too. My Uncle Hugh, I will miss him immensely.
crystal nichols
March 6, 2007
i will always remember how my uncle hugh opened his heart and allow a special place for me. he made me feel as if i was the only niece he had. i know without question how much he loved me, and i know he knows how much i will always love him. i will be with my
uncle hugh again one day. rest in peace. until i see you again
Denise Wilson Mills
March 4, 2007
I will always remember how "sharp" Uncle Hugh dressed. He always had a smile and took time to listen. "Hello, baby sweet", is what he would say, then proceed to make you ache with laughter! I know you and my dad and sisters are enjoying many good stories right now. Miss you madly, and may God bless you.
Robin
March 2, 2007
Genee,
Oh my...I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. My prayers are with you and your family.
Blessings to you,
Michelle
March 2, 2007
Genee,
What a TREASURE your father was and still is (the Valentine's Day cards pulled at the heart!!!!).
Your entire family, especially you, Jasmine and your mother are in my prayers.
Take care,
Thomas Z. & family
March 2, 2007
G:
I'm so sorry. I know how close you were to him. Please accept our sincerest condolences and find some comfort in knowing that he is in a far better place and no longer suffering. We'll keep you and your family in our prayers.
Hang in there.
Love,
Vivian
March 2, 2007
Genee,
Your Dad was a great man, I know this because you loved him so much. My heart is broken for you and your family.
Love to you all,
Terry Jones
February 27, 2007
Ms. Polly, Genee and Jasmine,
When I met Mr. Campbell for the first time, I remember being absolutely AMAZED the he drove all the way from NY to NC in one day! Upon meeting him, I then understood. This was a strong willed, focused young man who had a very clear clarity of thought. He seemed like such a good, decent man that really loved himself some Polly.
My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you during this time in your lives.
Johnny & Karen Shepherd
February 26, 2007
Genee', Polly and Jasmine,
When we "first" met Hugh it was as though we were reunited with an old and dear friend. There was no formality - only genuine love and kindness (and lots of laughs)! He will always be remembered and just thinking of him brings a smile to our faces and warms our hearts. He will be missed. May his legacy live on in all of you. We pray that God will hold and keep you every so close and that his breath will bring you comfort. We love you.
Johnny & Karen Shepherd
February 26, 2007
Genee', Polly and Jasmine,
When we first met Hugh it was as though we found an old and dear friend. There was no pretense, no formality - just genuine love and kindness (and lots of laughs!) Hugh's sense of humor will always be remembered - and we cannot think of him without smiling. His friendship truly warmed our hearts. Hugh's legacy will live on in all of you. He will be truly missed. May God hold you ever so close, and as He breathes upon you, may you find comfort. We love you.
Susan Simmons
February 26, 2007
Dear Campbells,
In the past 45 years I have been a
party to many of the dynamics that
make you the family you are today.
I now find myself among the count-
less friends and family members that are celebrating the life of
"POP".
Thank your all for this opportunity.
Be Blessed,
Susan, Darien and Vaughn
John and Linda Dalton
February 23, 2007
Many thoughts of Uncle Hugh (tenderly, gently and softly) fill our hearts and minds; and these warmest memories will forever remain. May your wonderful memories formed down through the years and the legacy he built, help strengthen you all during these trying times. May God continue to give you the strength to endure what you are now facing.
It was so touching to see his children and grandchildren have enough strength to stand up and have courage to speak at such a moment. It says a lot to hear that all were his favorite. We should all take note and share this leagacy of his. Uncle Hugh will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Gervaise Jordan
February 23, 2007
Dear Genee & Family,
Uncle Hugh was a bright light in my life, and I will always treasure his love and sense of humor.
Peggy Moore
February 22, 2007
Genee,thank you for giving me the oppurtunity to tell you this lovely story. One of my friends and her husband serenaded me with "Peg Of My Heart" on the evening of the funeral because I told them that's the only name Uncle Hugh ever called me. I said that it was the title of a song, but I'd never heard it, and they began to sing, right in the parking lot! It was so wonderful because it felt like something Uncle Hugh would do. I got in my car and said out loud, "Uncle Hugh, thanks for the memories." He was so special to my Dad and the rest of us, and I'm so glad that I, like so many of your "kin", have inherited his love of family and home. May God's blessings be with you and your family. Your cousin,Peggy.
Virginia (Peggye) Dowell
February 22, 2007
Hugh was a delight to know! My family and I will always remember his wonderful smile and laughter as he would greet me and say, "Peg of my heart..........is T.A. treating you all right?" Fond memories will be treasured of Polly & Hugh and my family raising our wonderful children - and sharing our love. We are so blessed to have had him in our life and see the fruits of his desire now realized in the family he has left behind. He is in heaven, smiling down at us, and knowing everything is going to be all right!!
Sheila Johnson
February 22, 2007
We will truly miss our Uncle Hugh.
He has always been our second dad. Always on the phone with my dad Henry Author, we would say who is that daddy, Uncle Hugh? We always new that it was him just from the conversation. Daddy would never click the phone over for another call, always laughing and carrying on, they were so close. Daddy always said he was like a brother to him. Yes it is true that they worked on more cars than ford motors one of the many things they had in common. While they were working on the cars Aunt Polly and Mommy were hanging out in the kitchen or in the living room and you could always smell some pintos cooking. It was always good to see every one when they were in town we would look at pictures and reminisce when we were small, just have a good time. We have all grown up now but we will always be family and stay in touch with one another. Remember we are always here. Love you all so much. The Johnson gang.
naomi minter
February 22, 2007
POLLY KELVIN GENEE'
We lost a very good friend. Hugh was one of a kind. He wrote the book on manhood and lived it. He was the husband every woman wish for. He loved his polly. Heloved his children, he loved his friends.
Ronald Peek
February 21, 2007
Dear Alice:
May The Almighty God Bless the soul of your father and comfort you and the family during this time of separation.
Your father always impressed me as a model of how a man should live amongst others and was one of the men along with my father that I utilized as a role model for the type of father I wanted to be.
God Bless,
Susan Washington-Yow
February 21, 2007
After reading Mr. Campbell's legacy, it is so easy to understand the love and joy I see in Genee's eyes when she talks about her family. The common bond in our work/friend relationship is our love of family and from what I just read I can see that this characteristic was firmly implanted by her father and is one that will always live on. There really are no words to adequately express my feelings to the Campbell family, but my wish is that they continue to wrap themselves in the wonderful memories they have, knowing that Mr. Campbell's loving legacy survives in their hearts.
Cedric Dalton
February 21, 2007
I will never forget you Uncle Hugh. I remember that whistle you used to have every time you would come over to the house. And as a little kid you always gave me a quarter from your pocket and ask me if the girls were treating me right. I remember when you helped me pull out one of my baby teeth and it didn't even hurt. I am going to miss you uncle. Your memories will now inspire me and my children as i have always told them about you. I know that you and my pops are really having a good time now. Love you.
Geraldine Summers
February 20, 2007
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Carol Maples
February 20, 2007
I never knew Mr. Campbell but I work with his daughter, Genee, and am blessed to know her. After reading Mr. Campbell's obituary, I'm certain the apple didn't fall far from the tree.
Myechia Minter-JORDAN
February 20, 2007
I will treasure my memories of Uncle Hugh forever. I feel blessed to have known him.
Charles & Shelby Turner
February 16, 2007
We are sharing your loss with a prayer that the Lord's presence in your life will give you strength, hope, and peace. May God bless you all!
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