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John Campbell Obituary
He was married 47 years to his beloved wife, Joyce (Hess) Campbell, who survives.
Born in Scranton, he was a son of the late John J. Campbell Sr. and Verna (Garren) Campbell.
Jack retired in 2003 after 43 years of service from Alcoa Inc., where he was the maintenance manager. In 1997, he founded Campbell Consultants Inc., a firm specializing in industrial training.
A dedicated member of St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Columbia, he was a member of the Holy Name Society, and was instrumental in founding the Father Russell Fund.
An avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan, he has been a season ticket holder since 1983. He also enjoyed woodworking. Jack will be remembered as a man of responsibility and inspired many to be their best.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children: Joyce Marie Campbell, Savannah, Ga.; Denise Campbell, New Stanton; John J. Campbell III, Lancaster; Angela, wife of Douglas Wiggins, Lititz; Adam Campbell and his wife, Melissa, Columbia; Matthew Campbell and his wife, Chris, Millersville; Mark Campbell, Conestoga; and Shawn Campbell, Washington Boro.
Other survivors include 14 grandchildren.
A sister, Mary Alice Campbell, preceded him in death.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 11 a.m. in St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Second and Union streets, Columbia, with the Rev. Dominic DiBiccaro, celebrant, and Father Joshua Brommer, con-celebrant. Rite of Committal and Interment in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. There will be no public viewing Friday morning. However, the family will receive friends Thursday 6 to 8 p.m. in the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home Inc., 519 Walnut St., Columbia, with a vigil service at 7:30 p.m.
At the request of the family, kindly omit flowers. Contributions in Jack's memory to the Memorial Fund of St. Peter's Catholic Church, 121 S. Second St., Columbia PA 17512, would be deeply appreciated.
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Suzanne Evancho
March 2, 2009
Although I've never met Mr. Campbell, he has touched my life as I've heard so much about 'his' life and accomplishments from Paul, his grandson. With obvious admiration, Paul always spoke of him with respect in his voice and love in his eyes. Paul was always grateful for the time and energy his grandfather spent helping him achieve his life's goal. It's easy to see that Mr. Campbell will certainly be missed by many.
Dave Guldin
February 24, 2009
Jack was a great mentor and friend. As my boss he taught me understanding and patience. When things weren't going well he'd look at me and say "there's not too many situations I haven't experienced with my kids" and that smile on his face always put everything in perspective. He was, without a doubt, the best electrician and visionary Alcoa ever had.
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