John Campbell, 73, long time resident and noted attorney from Marion, Indiana passed away peacefully, with loving family at his bedside on May 11, 2019 in St. Pete Beach, Florida. John was born on July 17, 1945 in Marion, Indiana to Charles Campbell and Vesta Stevens who proceeded him in death, and also an infant sister. John graduated from Marion High School, received his bachelors degree from Ball State University and his law degree from Indiana University School of Law. He also was a member of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity.
John practiced law for over 35 years in Marion, before retiring to St. Pete Beach, Florida in 2003. He was a partner for many years in the law firm of Biddinger and Johnson in Marion. For 20 plus years, John served as Deputy Prosecuting Attorney of the Child Support Division in Grant County, Indiana. John was respected and loved by many in the Indiana child support community, for his dedicated work for children. In addition, he served as city attorney under two administrations in Marion. After his retirement he helped Veterans to receive their benefits.
As a teenager, John was awarded his Eagle Scout ranking in the Boy Scouts. He was a member of the Grant Bar Association, the Columbia Club, in Indianapolis, an active member of the Republican party of Grant County and State of Indiana and served as a delegate to the state Republican Convention on numerous occasions. He was a past member of the Marion Jaycees, a member of the American Legion, Aero Club, Moose Lodge and Amvets . And supported many other service groups throughout his lifetime. John enjoyed spending time with his family, friends and his dogs.
He is survived by his loving wife Juanita and two stepdaughters, Tonya Cline Borders-Loveless (Patrick), and Debra Cline-Jenkins (Glen), grandsons Joshua S. Borders, and Cody A. Borders (Logan). Two step grandchildren Chad Jenkins and Zach Jenkins (Cassie) and eight great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be on June 8, 2019 in St. Pete Beach, Fla. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be shared at beachmemorialchapel.com.
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