Raymond Rogers Campbell
May 18, 1928 ~ October 2, 2017 (age 89) 89 Years OldShare using:
Raymond Rogers Campbell passed away at home on October 2, 2017, at age 89. He was a member of Wood Avenue Church of Christ where he served for many years as a deacon.
Visitation will be Tuesday, October 3, at 3:00 p.m. at Greenview, with the service following at 4:00 p.m.
Mr. Campbell was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond Lee and Ruth Rogers Campbell; wife, Blanche Bevis Campbell; grandson, Major Blair Faulkner; and three sisters.
He is survived by daughters, Donna Romine (Thomas) and Judy Faulkner (David); granddaughter, Paige Herold; grandsons, Brent Romine and Russ Romine (Laura); great-grandchildren, Drew and Haley Herold, Kalli Wright, Davis and Campbell Faulkner; sister, Margaret Babcooke; brother-in-law, G. Joe Bevis; and several nieces and nephews.
Ray volunteered for service in the United States Navy at age 17, during World War II. During his four years of service, he trained as a photographer which turned into a life-long career. He owned Ray's Studio, Young American Photography, and Cam Foto.
An instrument-rated, multi-engine pilot, Ray logged over 5000 flying hours, and he and his wife of 61 years, traveled around the world several times.
The family would like to express our gratitude to the many caregivers who made Dad's last months more comfortable. Special love and thanks to Patsy Johnson, Celisa Boddie, and Amedisys Hospice Care.
In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials to Mars Hill Bible School.