Diana L. Campbell

Diana Lee Campbell, age 85, of Columbus, passed away Monday, October 2, 2023 at Grant Medical Center. She was born January 16, 1938 in Columbus, Ohio, daughter of the late Arthur H. and Yvonne (Elbon) Kunkel. She will be dearly missed by her sons, Keith (Gail) Campbell, of Georgia, Craig Campbell, Columbus and Douglas (Kathy) Campbell of Canal Winchester; beloved grandchildren, Hannah (Jason) Abraham and Bradley Campbell; sister, Deborah Vajda; and her best friend, Lee Williams.

She retired as COBRA Coordinator for the Department of Administration for the State of Ohio after 30 years of service. Diana was viewed as a COBRA resource across the country and had become a valued SME (subject matter expert). Prior to her COBRA responsibilities, she supported her family as a dedicated Sears associate for many years. Diana was a 1956 graduate of Grandview Heights High School, where she excelled at field hockey and basketball, and sang in the women’s chorus. She was an enthusiastic bowler and, in later years, enjoyed the sport and other activities with seniors at the American Legion.

Diana was an avid OSU Buckeye, Cincinnati Reds, and Cincinnati Bengals fan, and loved watching the games with family and friends. She was a quiet and gentle animal and nature advocate, tirelessly promoting the beauty and value of animals in our natural world. She had many beloved pets and never turned away a stray cat or dog. Over the years, she endured many health challenges, yet she fought through them with dignity, grace and a positive attitude. Funeral Service will be held 12 noon Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at SCHOEDINGER EAST, 5360 E. Livingston Avenue, Columbus, OH 43232, where family and friends may call from 10:00 am-12 noon Tuesday, October 10, 2023. Interment will be at Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Colony Cats (& Dogs) Adoption Center, 2740 Festival Lane, Dublin, OH 43017 or to the Ohio Wildlife Center, 6131 Cook Road, Powell, OH 43065, in Diana’s memory.