CAMPBELL, Joseph A. Of Harwich Port, formerly of Lexington, died peacefully, on February 25, 2026, 67 days shy of his 100th birthday. Joe grew up in Belmont and enlisted at 17 in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He was the self appointed Commodore of the Lexington Yacht Club and a Justice of the Peace since 1981 with over 500 weddings officiated. Beloved husband of the late Grace Leary and Gail Foster. Loving father of Lynne Johnston, Jay Campbell, Marcia Campbell and Ellen Caouette. Adored "Grampa Joe" of eight and great-grandfather of seven. In lieu of flowers, "Be nice to your folks, learn about your neighborhood, and get involved." Graveside Service at Westview Cemetery in Lexington, on Wednesday, March 4, at 11:07am. Reception to follow. Online guestbook at gfdoherty.com George F. Doherty & Sons Wellesley 781-235-4100

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 28 to Mar. 1, 2026.

Memories and Condolences
for JOSEPH CAMPBELL

13 Entries

Laurie Moore

March 15, 2026

Joe was a wonderful man! I enjoyed being in his company. The past 5 years, I was honored to give him pedicures in his lovely home in Harwich Port. I will smile when I recall our great conversations! Joe was a blessing in my life. Truly.

Amy Robinson Brady

March 9, 2026

I will miss stopping in and saying hello while walking past his home in Harwich Port. Often Joe would be taking a walk or just getting his mail at his mail box. He was such a warm and caring gentleman, interesting to sit with and reminisce about the village and the past. I am so glad the Harwich Port Stroll magazine shared a wonderful story on his life. I will think of Joe every time I go by his home. To the family, know that he is with you and in our hearts.

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Phyllis Ellis

March 2, 2026

Joe was a very dear friend of my father, my mother and our family. He was an amazing man. I will miss our visits and hearing stories about his shenanigans with my father.
My deepest condolences to his family and all those that also loved Joe.

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Paul Goldich

March 2, 2026

Uncle Joe, Many fond and funny memories over the years.

I remember the Campbell visits to Florida for a New Years celebration bbq on the beach and he would call everyone wishing them a Happy New Year and rubbing in the warm temperature.

He visited me in college at a home football game. We tailgated and then caught a full bus up to the stadium for the game. We were crammed in like sardines, mostly military officers and us. All of sudden I hear Uncle Joe saying " ok who had onions on their hamburger?"

I will miss his annual birthday call.

Thank you for your service

Blessings to all from his nephew, fellow veteran and member in good standing of the Lexington Yacht Club.

Pattie Leary Greco

March 2, 2026

Uncle Joe was 1 in a million. A life very well lived and he will be greatly missed.
Pattie

Jimmy Considine, Charlestown

March 1, 2026

Sincere thanks for the devoted military service you gave to the people of this nation. May you rest in peace.

Mike SuIvan

March 1, 2026

Thank you for your service to our country Mr. Campbell. Rest in peace.

Judy Leary

March 1, 2026

Calm seas and fair wind forever Uncle Joe. All my love to all the family. Judy

Dan Busa

March 1, 2026

RIP Commadore, I always wondered where the yachts were docked??

Norma Nighelli

March 1, 2026

To the Campbell family,
I had the honor of meeting your Dad a couple of years ago. Marcia, thank you so much for introducing me to your Dad! His legacy of service to his country, love of his family, kindness to everyone he met, and his wonderful sense of humor was a gift he shared with everyone he met. My heart aches for the loss to your family. He was a very special man!

David Rich

March 1, 2026

Fair Winds and Following Seas to an Awesome Man. RIP, Joe! We remaining USN Veterans have assumed the Watch. May you have eternal peace with your Loved ones who have preceded you and say "Hello" to my Mom and Dad when you see them. God Bless!!!

Pete

February 28, 2026

Thank you for your service - the greatest generation.

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