Edward Michael Campbell Sr. “Ed”, 68, passed away Friday, November 30, 2018 at his home in Coppell, Texas. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on Friday February 24, 1950 the 2nd child of David William Campbell and Elizabeth Ann Campbell (Dooling). He was one of 5 siblings, Bill Campbell, Kevin Campbell, Becky Milspaugh & John Campbell.
Ed was a long time resident of Coppell. He attended Saint Michael’s grade school in Plymouth, Indiana & Myers Park High School in Charlotte, North Carolina. Ed proudly served in the US Navy from 1968-1972.
Ed was married to Debra Haller Campbell (1969-1980) & Gail Demczyna (1981-1985). He was the proud father of 2 boys, Edward Michael Campbell Jr. & David Haller Campbell.
Ed dedicated 40+ years working in the pool industry, highlighted by being President of Fort Wayne Pools of Texas. He was also President of the Corvette Club of Texas, enjoyed golf, working on cars, sharing amazing stories with his friends and family, being an active Dad, and mastering the role of Grandpa
Preceding Ed in death are his parents, David and Elizabeth Campbell; Brother Bill Campbell
His loving dogs “Bell” and numerous “Governor’s” and “Governesses”
He is survived by: His beloved & loyal companion “Governess”; His partner of 10 years, Deann Redman of Coppell, TX; Sons Mike Campbell of Caddo Mills, TX and Dave Campbell of Coppell, TX; Grandchildren Elise, Caroline and Eli Campbell; Step mother Linda Spille of Charlotte, NC; Siblings Kevin Campbell & Becky Campbell of Charlotte, NC and John Campbell of Lake Havasu, NV and Nephews Taft & Christopher and Nieces Ann & Tracy.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday December 5, 2018 from 6-8pm at Rolling Oaks Funeral Home, 400 Freeport Parkway; Coppell, TX 75019. Funeral Mass will be on Thursday December 6 at 10am at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 180 Samuel Boulavard; Coppell, TX 75019. Burial will follow in Rolling Oaks Memorial Center.
In lieu of flowers, Ed would have preferred a donation be made in his name to JDRF Greater Dallas to honor his Grandchildren Caroline and Eli in our quest to find a cure for Type 1 diabetes.
A very special “Thank you” to all of Ed’s friends in the pool industry. From his early friendships established in Charlotte to those of you in Fort Wayne. An especially heartfelt “Thank you” to all of you in North Texas. You have all provided him with an unbelievable quality of life, brought him great challenges, fantastic times & memories, and most important to his family, a very generous & caring second family that he genuinely cherished.
Grab a High Life, and Salute to The Great Ed Campbell!
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