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Roy E. Campbell, age 69, of Unionville, PA passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2015 in the comfort of his home. He was a dedicated, loving husband to Susan Wilson Campbell during their 46 years of marriage.
He grew up in Havertown, PA and was the son of the late Maurice and Dorothy Campbell. Roy was predeceased by his brother, Robert "Bob" Campbell.
Roy worked in construction for 48 years most recently as a contractor and retired in 2014. Roy served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War as a helicopter crew chief.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter Stacie Campbell Maiers and son-in law David of Oxford, Pa; two sons, Roy E. Campbell II and his wife Chae of Hong Kong and Todd Campbell and his wife Shawn of Landenberg, Pa. Seven grandchildren also survive him: Evan, Tyler, Ryan, Ethan, Emily, Olivia and Abigail.
Roy was incredibly strong during a yearlong fight with brain cancer for which his family will be forever proud. He passed, surrounded by his wife and three children and is now at peace.
He enjoyed sailing on his boat, barbecuing and spending time with friends at the marina, fly fishing, and throwing the frisbee to his dedicated chocolate lab, Joey. He loved spending time with his family.
Roy was a loving father and grandfather. He, along with Susan, always supported their children in their pursuits in life including sports, careers and family. He loved being surrounded by his grandchildren. Most of all, Roy will be remembered for his endearing patience and understanding with his family, pragmatic approach to life, his contagious sense of humor and ability to always be positive.
You are invited to join a celebration of Roy's life with his family and friends from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 11 and from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home, 250 W. State St, Kennett Square PA 19348. A Memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be private.
In memory of Roy, donations can be made to benefit the brain cancer department (or research) at UPenn's Abramson Cancer Center, who provided tremendous care to Roy over the past year. Send to Penn Medicine
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William Senerchia
One of my neighbors and best friends at Manoa and in Middle school. At Manoa Roy and I shared being quarterback. The coach would give us a play or two and we would run them then the other would go in. That was till Mark Tigger a huge player caught me with a straight arm and I wound up unconscious on the side line and my ball playing career was over. We were both pretty small guys. Roy grew up with out a dad and I recall an 8th grade english teached that took him under his wing as a son. I was very happy for Roy to have a mentor like that. There were some very good people working as teachers in our education path in Havertown. His mom was our very creative cub scout leader. We lost contact in the social clammer of high school. Roy is a good memory for me from my Havertown years grownig up. I thank you Roy for your friendship.
Lynn Bossone
What a pleasure to read your tribute to Roy! I recall that you and Roy were very nice guys in school. Too bad I never took the time to get to know you both a little better. Thanks for your message about Roy.
Debbie Klingler (Wolfe)
Roy's passing was just last week. If you google 'Roy Campbell obituary in Pennsylvania', you can view a very well-written obituary. Thanks for your input, Bill.Diane Spiller (Baier)
Debbie, Thank you for this information; his obituary gave a nice statement of his life. I did not know Roy but do remember him. May he rest in peace.