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Dawn Campbell Obituary
September 6, 1960 - January 3, 2025
Dawn had a big heart and was a loving, caring friend to many. She graduated with a degree from National Business College and worked in various jobs including managing her own day-care, Mac's a restaurant owned by her father, Abbotts restaurant, and AMVETs where she served as President of the Women's AMVETS along with her husband who serves as president of the local chapter. She loved children and helped raise her grandchildren. She loved "Peanut's" cartoon.
She is preceded in death by her father Jasper Jones, mother, Sandra Simmons, stepfather Jack Simmons, and adopted sister, Dreama Shell. She is survived by her husband Mark Campbell, children Mark, (Tony) Campbell, Erica Blankenship, Amelia Campbell, grandchildren Jasper and Camile, Kingston, Naomi, Ava, sisters, Joy, and Yvette Jones, best friend Faye Fortune, Stepbrother Jesse Simmons, niece Emma Jones, nephew Brandon Jones, an aunt, Uncles, many dear cousins, and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held on February 15th at AMVETS Post 40 911 Tazewell Ave, S.E. Roanoke, VA 24013 from 12-2 p.m.
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Debra Tiller
May 16, 2025
We spent many nights camping in our back yard, I ran back n2 Dawn at the cancer, I had colon cancer, she was cancer free, I'm guessing radiation & chemo took her of this earth Dawn, I LOVE & MISS YOU SO MUÇH
Ace Taylor
April 1, 2025
To Mark and the Campbell Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing Dawn; she was a good friend. A woman of character and strength; she will be truly missed. I will miss talking , laughing and being around her; she showed me kindness and moral support that I will never forget. Your loss is my loss too! I will keep your family in my prayers during this difficult time of loss.
Perry C Taylor Jr (Ace)
Susan Fowler
February 19, 2025
Miss your beautiful face and good conversation. Called you on Tuesday nights before class to let you know I was leaving my car in the parking lot at Amvets. You will me very much missed.
Tina Ashwell
January 19, 2025
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. And so sorry for your loss and prayers for families and friends. Truly a special person that I worked with for many years. Always making us laugh & hard worker & saddened by her loss. kept in touch with her on Facebook! til we meet again fly high Dawn & definitely gone too soon
Cindy Campbell Doss
January 19, 2025
Dawn was so important to my family and she wasn't my Sister in Law, she was my Sister! I can't imagine my life without her. Love you Dawn and I will always be there for my Brother and for your children and grandchildren. Until we meet again, rest in peace.
Dana Webb
January 16, 2025
Words inadequate to express heartfelt, profound condolences to all of the family. I'm blessed having known Dawn ( + family) for MANY years. Dawn was very intelligent, and always had sunny (beautiful smile, contagious laugh) personality and was a pleasure to be with. I have SO many sweet memories. (And that upbeat voice saved on my vm) I As so many, i will sorely miss (Upbeat persona) her! Prayers + thoughts will continue. May y'all feel God's amazing Love and Strength.
HUGS! Sincerely, Dana
Sonja reustle
January 15, 2025
Dawnie I'm sure going to miss u&that warm smile u always had.I truly treasure the memories I have of us including yvette joy Jill Greg &martin.Give Greg a big hug &kiss.Fly high u are a kindred spirit.Love u always
Stephanie Prosperi
January 13, 2025
So sorry for her passing she was a great friend & co worker .... my condolences to the family
Tammie Jo Ferguson
January 13, 2025
My prayers go out to the family and all the many friends of this beautiful soul. Even though in our adult life our paths did not cross she would always have a beautiful smile that I will always remember when I did chance to see her. She will be truly missed by all the lives she touched.
Allen and Connie Derrer
January 12, 2025
Sorry for your loss prayers for the family.
Dreama mills Reynard
January 12, 2025
Dawn and I grew up in garden city together. Going to school together. Always hanging at macs old soda shop then her working there too. Always smiling sweetest person to everyone. She will be missed.
Margie Heath Dodd
January 12, 2025
I miss your peanuts, " Good Mornings"and your beautiful smile especially when you had your grandchildren with you, an Earthly Angel all will miss
Larry Burkhart (Gravy)
January 12, 2025
One of the greatest that will be deeply missed so much. Walk with God my friend untill we meet again.
Toni Thompson
January 12, 2025
Good thoughts to the family of this sweet lady. Your wings are beautiful, Dawn. Fly high.
Ric Van Norton
January 12, 2025
A classy lady. She contributed so much to the AMVETS Organization. She will be missed by all who knew her. Sincere condolences to her family and friends.
Beverley Campbell
January 12, 2025
Was so sorry to hear of Dawn´s passing. She was such a caring and loving person. She always seemed to be in such a great mood, even though she might be having a bad day. She did so much for the AMVETS organization and cared greatly for the veterans, children and members. She will be sadly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to Mark and her family.
Jay L. Marts
January 12, 2025
A true woman of great character
Christie Cannaday Lawrence
January 12, 2025
I am so sorry to hear Dawn has passed. She had a special way with everyone. It was a privilege to have known her.
Randy Jones
January 12, 2025
I am extremely sad knowing that you have left us. I am comforted knowing that you are no longer suffering. Dawn, I love you and will miss you always.
Kimberley Hunter
January 12, 2025
God Bless you Dawn. You were always such a caring friend and confidant. The world has lost a gem.
Linda Chocklett
January 12, 2025
She was one of a kind she always made you feel welcome and I love that smile on her face fly high with the angles
Donna Ciafardini
January 12, 2025
Such a beautiful soul and friend. You will be missed by many.
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