Harold K. Camp

Harold K. Camp, 95, of Bushnell, IL passed away at 5:35 PM on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at Wesley Village in Macomb, IL, with his children by his side. He was born on February 28, 1929 in Isabel Twp, Fulton County Illinois to Orley and Helen (Blythe) Camp. He married Beverly Ann Bowman on January 7, 1951 in Canton, IL.
Surviving are three children, David M. (Rosanne Patryluk) Camp of Midland Ontario, Canada, Robert K. (Dr. Pam Terry) Camp of Goodfield, IL, Gail Tittle of Champaign, IL; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and one sister Nancy (Russell) Mapston of Hurst, TX.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, son-in-law Rev. Dr. Mathew Tittle, sister Kathryn Wrestler, and brother Willard Camp.
Harold enlisted at 17 years old and served in the U.S. Air Force for 26 years, attaining the rank of CMSgt. He traveled extensively in his military career, with tours throughout the U.S., as well as Morocco, France, Italy, Yugoslavia, Spain, Germany, and finally Thailand and Laos during the Vietnam War. After retiring from the USAF, he returned to Illinois to work for Wrestlers Massey Ferguson dealership as Sales Manager for 13 years. He also served on the School Board for a term. Harold and Beverly then moved to San Antonio, where they lived for 6 years. While there, Harold managed a condominium complex then served as Director for Student Placement and Industry Relations for a commercial aviation maintenance school. Harold and Beverly returned to Bushnell in 1991, where Harold worked part time for Chadco as a bookkeeper and truck driver for 10 years. In 2017, they moved to Wesley Village. Harold became a vibrant member of the Wesley Village community, where he was well known and much respected and loved.
Harold and Beverly believed strongly in community service. They were active in the church, serving on many committees. Through the years they volunteered in a homeless shelter, delivered meals for Meals on Wheels, served as election judges, and did after school tutoring. Harold chaired the American Red Cross Blood Drives for 10 years and drove veterans from Macomb to Iowa City, making 185 trips over 10 years. Harold was a proud member of Rotary, with 30 years of perfect attendance. He served as Bushnell Club President twice and as District Youth Exchange Chairman for several years, hosted international students, and was District Governor in 1994-95. He was a Paul Harris Fellow.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at the Bushnell United Methodist Church, with visitation one hour prior to the service. Pastor Randy Burwell will officiate. Burial of ashes will be held at a later date in Lewistown Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the Bushnell United Methodist Church, Wesley Village, or the Bushnell Rotary Club. Martin-Hollis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Please sign the guestbook and leave condolences at www.martinhollisfh.com.
Funeral Service
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
11:00 AM
Bushnell United Methodist Church
390 North Crafford Street
Bushnell,IL
61422
Visitation
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Bushnell United Methodist Church
390 North Crafford Street
Bushnell,IL
61422 To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Harold, please visit our Tree Store.