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James Campbell Obituary
On March 10, 2018, Jim Campbell rode his final wave at his beloved South Shore Beach straight into eternity. In life, Jim was a devoted father, loving friend, and a compassionate coach and mentor to everyone he knew. A proud scholar athlete he excelled in every endeavor he engaged in, from track and field to lacrosse, from surfing to painting. Born and raised in Seekonk, Massachusetts, Jim built a wonderful life for his family as a successful salesman at the Lindenmeyr Munroe paper company, a position he held for 40 years before retiring late last year. Upon moving to Little Compton in 1994, Jim quickly became a pillar of the community he grew to love so dearly. A true embodiment of kindness and selflessness, Jim's legacy will live on in the memories of his two sons and wife, and in the hearts of the countless individuals lucky enough to have known his pure and gentle soul.
Jim passed peacefully on a sunny Saturday afternoon, surrounded by friends and family. His final days were marked by a tremendous celebration of his life, filled with love, kindness and music that reverberated like sunlight through the hospital halls. It was, by all accounts, the most breathtakingly beautiful few days the hospital had ever seen.
Jim is survived by his wife Leonora [Ouellette] Campbell, his two sons Lukas and Silas all of Little Compton, his sister Deborah Bellows of Warren, RI, his two half-brothers Scott Campbell of Tennessee, Mackenzie Campbell of New Hampshire, and his half-sister Kathryn Swenson of New Hampshire. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother John R. Campbell and was the son of the late Donald Campbell and Barbara Borne.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Sunday March 18th from 1-5pm at the Fern Acres Funeral Home, 72 Willow Avenue, Little Compton RI, 02837.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Jim Campbell to New England Donors Services, 60 First Avenue, Waltham, MA 02451-1106.
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Thomas Morris
March 10, 2019
Jimmy you will always be in many hearts forever.
Brad Scott
July 22, 2018
My deepest sympathies for your loss. I just heard of Jim's passing and am stunned. He was a long time customer who I fondly remember trading surf stories with, talking lacrosse, or hearing how proud he was of his sons accomplishments. He was genuine, a friend to all, and will be missed by many.
March 20, 2018
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MJ
March 18, 2018
Sincere condolences to all family and friends
May God
"comfort your heart and make you firm"
during this time of great loss.
2 Thessalonians 2:16,17
With deep sympathy
Donna Andrews Smith
March 18, 2018
I'm writing again with hopes Debbie will see this entry. First I can't begin to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. My prayers for comfort and strength for the Jimmy's family. I lived across the street from the him on Colonial Rd. I have such fond memories of our life there. Debbie was resipiant of one if my first hair cuts. The days in were filled with innocents then. Jimmy was sweet and kind to my younger brother Bobby. I lost him last year. I can't believe the void his passing has been. Debbie I hope you are well and have years of memories to fill your days. Take care. God please bring them peace.
Barb Wino Keating
March 18, 2018
My sincerest sympathies to Jimmy's family and extended family. He was a kind quiet person who had a great sense of adventure and made it fun! I knew Jimmy at Dean and at Univ of New Haven. A group of us would head to Newport to watch him and others surf on the weekend anytime of year! He lived life to the fullest! May God bless you and give you the strength you need to heal.
Cindy Sloane
March 18, 2018
I went to school with Jimmy. As long as I can remember he always had that wonderful smile on his face. Jimmy had the most kind, gentle soul of anyone I ever met. He will be missed. Godspeed.
Daniel Horton
March 18, 2018
Extending sincerest condolences to Jim's family, My brothers Walt, Bob, and myself, Dan Horton
Deb Stebenne
March 17, 2018
So very sorry for your loss. Jimmy always had a smile and a pleasant word for everyone. My deepest sympathy.
Paul Lussier
March 17, 2018
To the entire Campbell family and especially Lee, Silas and Lucas,to Stella Ouellette and her entire family as well, our deepest condolences from Paul, Betty, Chantelle Shepard and Austin Lussier. Jim was a very kind man and will be deeply missed by all.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
March 16, 2018
I have very fond memories of surfing with Jimmy over the many seasons and all the surf spots in Little Compton & Sakonnet. I especially remember one summer day when we were both at South Shore with our families and we surfed goosewing (middle break). Nobody else was out because it was quite small. But we had a great time just chatting and being in the water.
Jimmy was such a friendly and kind individual.
Our condolences to Lee and Lucas & Silas.
Mike & Brenda Elliot
March 16, 2018
May your fond memories bring you peace and joy. My deepest condolences to the family.
Suzanne Cohen
March 16, 2018
Jim was a lovely man. When he would walk through the doors of Cogens Printing he would put a smile on your face. We were always happy to see him. We are saddened for his family and for ourselves.
Joe, Susie and Jaime Cohen
Carol Martin
March 16, 2018
Lee, Lukas and Silas
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. May your memories live on in your hearts.
Carol and Kellye Martin ( we met at story time at the Seekonk McDonald's so many years ago)
victor Brown
March 16, 2018
the surfing picture is perfect...being a kid in Seekonk i never thought surfing was possible...Till i met Jimmy...I still remember my first time..The dark green company van with the paper logo on the side...He would fill the van with kids interested in trying..as a kid we couldn't afford a surfboard or wetsuit or get someone to drive us to the beach during miserable stormy weather and spend the whole day with us...... He would drive us to Narraganset and then share his surf board and wetsuit with us..I remember a winter day when he gave me a turn with his wetsuit and surfboard it was so cold you had to have a wetsuit hoodie and booties on and I ran back into the van after one quick try and said i cant do it my face was stinging cold...and he took a big jar of vassoline and smeared it all over covering my face....sharing a great lesson in where there is a will there is a way.....Ive had some of the best days of my life surfing/trying to surf since that day.. and now i am sharing it with my two children...Here is a picture of my son and daughter last spring...... Parked at Narragansett in the exact same spot where Jimmy first took the time and effort to help me....I didn't develop his toughness to do winter surfing... But many times I've been parked in the spot at Narraganset struggling to stuff my children into their wet suits and everytime i am doing it i always tell the story of Jimmy covering my face with vassoline and telling me to get back out there.... My children and i thank you.....
Celeste Bisson
March 16, 2018
So sad to hear of your loss of Jim. He will always be remembered fondly for the sweet and gentle man he was.
Our Deepest Sympathy,
Rock and Celeste Bisson
Craig and Joanne Winn
March 16, 2018
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. My husband did business with Jim. He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed. Our condolences to his family.
Brad Read
March 16, 2018
The entire Read Family sends it's deepest condolences..
Robert (Bob) Read
Alice (Read) Tiernan
Ken Read
Brad Read
March 16, 2018
My husband and I knew Jim and my husband did business with him. He was a wonderful person an will be missed. Our condolences to his family.
Donna Andrews Smith
March 15, 2018
The Campbells lived across from me on Colonial Rd. in Seekonk. He was always such sweet kid. So sorry to hear of his passing. My prayers for strength and peace. Rest in peace.
Thomas Morris
March 15, 2018
I am so sorry or the loss of Jim the memories we shared of surfing when we were young will never be forgotten . Jim's smile and compassion for everything he did in life was inspiring to all who knew him . Sincerely Carter Alias Ted Morris.
Katharine Lagor
March 15, 2018
Seems he never changed much from high school. A dear person even then. So sad for his family. May you cherish the man he was and hold on to those memories. He is gone way too soon. My sympathies. Katharine Fahey Lagor
Janice McLaughlin
March 15, 2018
I was blessed to know Jim. Godspeed. Your love and kindness lives on with your boys and the thousands that you have touched.
Myrna Hagenburg
March 15, 2018
I am so saddened to read the sad news about Jimmy. He and Johnny spent many hours at my home on Colonial Rd in Seekonk when they were growing up. They became like older brothers to my two sons and watched over them like so.
Jimmy was always a gentleman, kind, considerate and fun when he was growing up. Reading his obituary solidified how I knew he would be as an adult, father ,husband and friend. even though we did not cross paths as much anymore.
My sincerest sympathies and with saddened heart, please know the Hagenburg's are feeling your pain and sorrow.
David B Campbell
March 15, 2018
Deeply saddened by the loss of Jim. Thoughts are with the entire family
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