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Frank Campbell Obituary
Past Urban League president
PEORIA - Mr. Frank R. Campbell Sr., 80, of Peoria passed away at 8:29 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010, at Proctor Hospital's emergency room.
Frank was born on Feb. 12, 1930, in Ybor City near Tampa, Fla., to Andrew Lovett and Ethel (Reddish) Campbell. Frank married the love of his life, Gloria Jean Carruthers, on Aug. 17, 1952, in Columbus, Ga., and to that union, three children were born: Frank, Michael and Angela.
Frank leaves to cherish his memory his loving and devoted family, which includes his wife of over 58 years, Gloria Campbell; two sons, Frank (Kim) Campbell of Chicago, Ill., and Michael Campbell of Oakland, Calif.; one daughter, Angela Campbell-McElroy of Pittsburg, Calif.; four grandchildren whom he adored, Kyle McElroy, Franklin Campbell, Khari Campbell-Wright and Julian Campbell; a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends, including his Tri-County Urban League family.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Johnny Campbell and Alphonso Campbell; and one sister, Ernestine Hart.
Frank was a member of Ward Chapel A.M.E. Church, where a two-hour visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 3, 2010. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010, with a visitation one hour prior to the church service beginning at 9 a.m., also at Ward Chapel. Pastor James Bailey will officiate. Frank will be laid to rest at Swan Lake Memory Gardens.
Memorials may be made to the Peoria Tri-County Urban League.
Simons Mortuary has been entrusted with arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Frank Campbell
Michael Spencer
December 9, 2010
Frank and Kim, I am sorry for your loss. I will keep you family in my prayers.
Sherry Prewitt
December 9, 2010
To Frank & Kim and the Campbell Family
I am sorry to hear about your dad's passing. May your cherished memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
God Bless,take care
Sherry Prewitt
December 6, 2010
Here's to fond memories and his legacy of love.
Nancy Gier
Brian & Alesa Wilson
December 6, 2010
To Frank, Kim, Franklin and Julian,
We hold you and your family in our hearts, thoughts and prayers in the loss of your dad/grandfather. May God continue to bless and keep you. Love, The Wilson's: Brian, Alesa Sydney, Courtney and Kelley
Amy Fox
December 5, 2010
I am very sorry that the world has lost such a wonderful man. When I was growing up, my parents often spoke of Mr. Campbell and his work with great respect. Consequently he has been one of my heroes. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Herman Thun
December 5, 2010
Pat and I were saddend to hear of Franks passing. We lived two dors away from you on Keenland until we moved to Austin, Texas in 1982. We recall with with good memories the experiences our children had during their early years playing with your boys Frank and Michael. We love y'all and will remember your and your husband and father in our prayers. Thank you for being our neighbors.
Herman & Pat Thun
Austin, Texas
December 4, 2010
May GOD give each of you his peace and strenght...Shirley Russell and Family.
December 4, 2010
"To Mrs.Gloria Campbell & Family: Our deepest sympathy. Frank will be remembered as a true "Friend" and mentor" each time I read Psalm 23 ...Terry Jackson (and wife Denise) ( Peoria,Il.)
William Johnson, Jr.
December 3, 2010
To Mrs. Gloria Campbell and family,
Please accept my deepest condolences in the passing of your beloved husband, father and grandfather. Frank was my colleague in the Urban League movement for more than 20 years. He was a man of boundless joy, compassion and camaraderie, as well as a person of vision and substance. I have wonderful memories of his participation in debates and discussions at Urban League meetings. Frank always had a unique and meaningful point to make,with his folksy mannerisms. Yet he did it in a way that caused you to think about the deeper meaning of what he said.
During the past four months, we have lost three other stalwart Urban League leaders: Mildred Love of the National office, Arthur Walters of Louisville and Bill Brown of Hartford. Frank worked with each of these people to make the Urban League a meaningful force in our society, as well as a wonderful place to work. He was particularly adept at welcoming and mentoring younger execs like me. I shall always retain special memories of this good man. He had a profound influence on his community and his colleagues.
William A. Johnson, Jr.
CEO, Urban League of Rochester NY
1972-1993
Francesca Armmer
December 3, 2010
Keeping you and your family in our prayers. The legacy of activism from Mr. Campbell remains an exemplar for us all.
Agape Baptist Church
December 3, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
Rev. John H. Lee Sr.
December 3, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Lyle & Lola Smith
December 3, 2010
To the wife, children of Mr. Frank Campbell, our sympathies are with you in your time of grief. Frank will surely be missed in the community. In my time as a resident of Peoria, two names stood out when individuals of color and econimically challeged needed someone to hear their issues, Frank Campbell and John Gywnn, I know I will miss his leadership.
God Bless
Lyle & Lola Smith
Carissa Lawton
December 3, 2010
Dear Campbell family,
I am sorry for your loss, he will be greatly missed. I will keep you all in my prayers and remember God Loves You and you can make it through with him on your side.
Love you all and God Bless!!
December 2, 2010
To the family of Mr. Frank Camphell, we were truly sadden to hear that he had passed,Peoria and it's citizens have lost a wonderful man, " a man for all people" we spent many Sunday mornings listening to TO BE EQUAL. Thank God for the opportunity to have known this great man.
may God bless and keep you in His care.
James and Georgia Little
Michael Young
December 2, 2010
To Mr. Michael Campbell and Family,
My deepest sympathy is extended to you and your family in the passing of your Father. The many great works he did speaks for him. As a former Peorian I know the efforts of him and others to make life better for future generations.
My continued prayers during this period of transitioning.
Anne and Joe Fox
December 2, 2010
Gloria, Angie, Frank and Michael – our world won’t be the same without Frank. He was a friend, a mentor, an inspiration, a gardener, a fisherman, a great story teller, a proud family man, a true leader, a wise man, a lover of life and a role model of all of us. We cherish memories of wonderful conversations with Frank – about his garden, about the owl, about Angie and Frank and Michael and the grandchildren, about flowers for Gloria. He had a big smile and a big heart. He leaves a special place in our hearts and a huge hole in our community. Please accept our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers.
Angela Mendoza
December 2, 2010
My prayers are with you, I am blessed to have known such a great person. May God be with your family.
Erica Lawton
December 2, 2010
Mr. Campbell will be greatly missed.
Jeffrey Wilson
December 2, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Pat Cornelious
December 2, 2010
To the Campbell Family,
Peoria has lost a great man. Mr. Campbell was a giant in the Peoria community. My first job was through Tri County Urban League and I'm forever greatful for what he accomplished for Afro-Americans in Peoria. May God bless you and your family.
Laura Shelton
December 2, 2010
To the family of mr.frank campbell god bless you all at this time, he will see you through. he will be missed he was a good man and he did so many good things for all peoples, may god blessed you.
December 2, 2010
To the family of Frank Campbell, Sr. I am sorry to hear of the passing of such a great man in our community and the Urban League family.
I enjoyed seeing Mr. Campbell at the last Scholarship banquet and seeing how proud he was to be honored. I am so happy he was able to experience how much he meant to the Peoria Urban League and the community as a whole. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
C. Ruffin, Peoria, IL
December 2, 2010
Gloria, Frank Jr., Michael and Angela,
I want to tag onto my daugher Stephanie's message and offer my thoughts and sympathies.
I always felt your husband and dad was a special man. He possessed a quiet strength and wisdom that I always admired. I enjoyed our back yard conversations very much.....and I learned from them. He was always outwardly positive and ready with his great sense of humor....I will never forget the "owl down the chimney" story he shared with me.
He led a good life and I am a better person for having known him.
God's Peace,
Paul Halvorson
steph svee
December 2, 2010
Dear Campbell Family,
I was so sorry to read of your dad's passing on the Journal Star website. I have so many great memories of him and your family growing up on Foxpoint. You were all wonderful neighbors growing up...in particular to my mom. Please know that you are in my prayers. May God look over all of you during this difficult time. Steph Halvorson Svee
December 2, 2010
To the Campbell family,
I am so sorry to read of Frank's passing. What wonderful memories of him that I have. His laugh especially! You were such great neighbors on Foxpoint. You were all so kind to my family growing up...in particular my mom. God's blessings to you all. Steph Halvorson Svee
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