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Colin Campbell Obituary

Campbell - Colin A., Merrick, NY (East Greenbush, NY), age 78, passed away peacefully in Albany, NY on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, surrounded by his family.
Born in Copiague on May 10, 1946, the son of the late Albert and Gloria (McCormick) Campbell. Colin was a dedicated and hard worker for LaFata Construction Incorporated. He was a lover of Scotties, an avid Nascar fan, fishing aficionado, and Corvette enthusiast.
Colin is survived by his daughter, Michele Martone (Campbell); son-in-law, William Martone; ex-wife, Elaine Campbell (Randall); and grandchildren, Carmela Madison, Macklin Colin, and Marco William. Also, by cousins, Wendy Sparling (Chet), Christopher Silvester (Donna), Steve Gill (Cathie); nieces, Nicole Phillips, Jennifer Dell'Anno (Campbell); and many other cousins.
Colin was predeceased by his sister, Sandra Phillips (Campbell); brother, Mark Campbell; and granddaughter, Madison Elaine Martone.
A Celebration of Life for Colin will be held privately by family on Long Island. We appreciate all of your love and prayers.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Newsday from Oct. 4 to Oct. 5, 2024.

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Donna Dalto

October 8, 2024

Colin, in 1972 you were one the groomsman for Richie Hunt when we married. I remember you as a kind person. Fly high with the angels.

Glen Rolston

October 5, 2024

It´s been 70 years since I first met him. We were both lucky to have lived on Chapin ave. He was one of my first friends. The memories of our friendship are ever on my mind and heart.

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Frank Mills

October 5, 2024

Spent many a long day with Colin , Eddie , Lem, trying to keep up with Vinny ! RIP my friend

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Patricia Biondo

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Maureen Carroll

October 5, 2024

Sending much love and prayers to all!

Cycilie Graham

October 4, 2024

I am praying for you, Michele. May his memory live on through you and the babies, forever.

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