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Mary Elizabeth Campbell 71, passed away peacefully Saturday morning May 4, 2019. Mary was born August 12, 1947 to Paul and Eunice Anderson in Newton, Kansas. Oldest of 6 children, Mary loved looking after her younger siblings and enjoyed growing up with numerous relatives in the neighborhood.
Life was beautiful growing up in Newton. Fishing, camping, picnics, church activities, climbing apple trees to read her favorite books and lots of family gatherings kept Mary’s heart full. In 1957 Mary’s family moved to Washington where she graduated from Mountlake Terrace High School and would later meet her husband Tom at a church function. Mary and Tom married in 1966 and had 3 children. Although they separated later in their relationship, they remained friends through the years and built a strong family foundation for their children.
Mary was an active Church of God member where she enjoyed singing in the choir, mentoring young mothers, cooking at summer camps, arranging flowers and serving others in any capacity she was called to. Mary’s love of God and His teachings shown through in her warm smile and her loving personality. As an anointed Deaconess, Mary had a faithful servants heart and was dearly loved by all who were blessed to know her.
Some of Mary’s most treasured memories were those of helping more than 200 babies make their way into the world including all of her own children's first born sons. As a midwife’s assistant and labor coach she was in her element helping mothers give birth and teaching them how to care for their new arrivals. Her patience and calm, caring demeanor will be missed.
Among Mary’s favorite pastimes were sewing, baking wedding cakes, coloring beautiful pictures, treasure hunting and trips to the beach. Spending time with her children and grandchildren was where Mary would always choose to be. Teaching them how to bake, passing on her favorite recipes, building blanket forts, having slumber parties and sleepovers. These memories made, will forever be cherished.
Mary is survived by her husband Tom Campbell, son Tom and wife Lindsay Campbell, daughters Meg and husband Herschel Gates, Melanie and husband Marcus Handy. 6 wonderful grandchildren JR, Keith, Shawn, Duncan, Quinlen and William. 5 siblings, many adored nieces and nephews and countless friends that she called family as well.
A celebration of life will take place on Sunday, May 19, 2019
Celebration of Life
Sunday, May 19, 2019
Missing this wonderful woman of love who brought joy and comfort to everyone she met.
My deepest sympathy to all of Mary’s family and friends. May they be comforted by the hope of the resurrection to a beautiful earth where death will be no more. Revelation 21:3,4 Psalm 37:9-11
Deep condolences to the whole family. Mary was a sweet person., who will be missed! This is a beautiful tribute to her. Much love to you all!
Today, I learned that your family is mourning the loss of Mary. Please accept my condolences and be assured that almighty God is certainly aware of your painful feelings. May God comfort and sustain you to get through this day and others to come (Isa 41:13). Wishing your family all the best at this most difficult period.
My condolences to Tom and his family. Many happy memories of Mrs. Campbell be with you, and I hope that these promises comfort you as much as they have me, for Jehovah is the God of all comfort. “Do not be anxious…..but in everything by prayer and supplication along with thanksgiving, let your petitions be made known to God; and the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and your mental powers by means of Christ Jesus.” Isaiah 26:4; Philippians 4:6-7 NWT. Peace be with you.
It was truly an honor to have known and shared time working together with this never to be forgotten lady. Praying for comfort for all the family.
Mary was such a special lady. We will all miss her wonderful smile.
Prayers for comfort and strength for the entire family.
Much Love ❤️ for you all
Jd and Paula Twigg
Much love to the family for the loss of sweet Mary....such a dear heart.
May all of Mary's amazing family feel peace and comfort. Thank you for trusting Johnson Funeral Home with her arrangements.