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Robert Campbell Obituary
Passed away peacefully at his residence after a courageous and valiant battle with esophageal cancer, Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at the age of 69 years. Bob was a devoted husband to his wife of 25 years Alba Campbell (nee Castro). Survived by his sister Barb Campbell of Seattle, WA. Preceded in death by his parents Peter F. Campbell (1975) and Adele V. Campbell (nee Osiecki) (2003). Bob was born February 1, 1954 in Yardley, PA. Graduate of Joliet West High School in 1972 and received his degree in Cinema and Photography from Southern Illinois University in 1976. He was a member of the Professional Photographers of America, Inc. Bob was the owner of Campbell Fine Portraiture in Joliet and enjoyed the reputation as Joliet and Will County's finest and most prolific photographer specializing in portraiture of families, businesses and outdoor scenes. He combined a flair for the artistic while capturing the essence of the assignment. It was not uncommon for Bob to have taken photographs of families starting in the preschool years continuing all the way through the weddings and grandchildren of the next generations. In recent years Bob's business branched out to the northern and western suburbs where he was equally successful. His legacy will continue to live on through his beautiful photography and the memories he created with those who knew him. Bob was an accomplished musician and in 2021 produced his own CD of music entitled "Mr. Nostalgia." Bob was also an outstanding baseball player, leading the Joliet West Tigers in batting average in 1972 and later participating in the Will County Old Timers League in the 1980's and 1990's. Memorial services will be held at the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home & Crematory, 2320 Black Rd., Tuesday, April 4th at 10:00 A.M. Pastor Gamaliel Aguado of Comunidad Cristiana Church officiating. Private inurnment Woodlawn Memorial Park. Memorials to the family will be appreciated. Visitation will be held Monday from 4:00 – 7:00 P.M. and Tuesday from 9:30 A.M. until services at 10:00 A.M. For information please call (815) 744-0022 or visit www.CHSFUNERAL.com
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Lee Anne Fletcher
April 3, 2023
Bob was a great guy and photographer. Still have some pictures he took years ago. May he Rest In Peace!
Pam West
March 31, 2023
Bib did some professional photos of me that I will cherish always. Prayers to all of his family and friends.
Renee Madrigal
March 31, 2023
Sending my thoughts and prayers. I met Bob years ago when he helped us at the March of Dimes with his Photography business.
Frank Barcelona
March 31, 2023
He was a great guy and did many portrates for our salon ads. A true friend and gentleman .
Ed and Barb Phelan
March 31, 2023
Prayers and sympathy to the family. We were neighbors for many years and have a beautiful family portrait he did for us.
Rey Criollo
March 31, 2023
Remembering Bob from JJC days as a friendly fellow and avid photographer who enjoyed the oldies. I was pleased to follow his accomplishments over the years doing what he loved.
Timothy Broderick
March 30, 2023
What a great guy and accomplished artist/photographer. Our most sincere condolences.
Rachel
March 30, 2023
So very sorry to hear about Robert. May God bless his family in this time of need.
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