John G. Campbell MD

Dr. John G. Campbell, 91, of Fairway, Kansas died on January 25, 2013 at the Kansas City Hospice House. He was born on August 10, 1921, at Rosedale, Kansas, the son of Frederick and Clela (Gillett) Campbell. He attended school in Kansas City and finished Missouri Military Academy in 1938. He received his MD from the University of Kansas in 1949. John served as a Navy Hospital Corpsman during World War II in Jackson, Mississippi. After graduating from medical school, he extended his service in the Army and worked as a physician in the Korean War. While stationed in Jackson, John married Winnie Raye Yelverton. They eventually moved to Steelville, Missouri where John was in General Medical Practice. They had 3 sons, David, Fred, and John Alexander. Later, Dr. Campbell obtained his specialty training in Chicago. He joined his father’s practice, which led to his appointment as Head of Proctology at Research Medical Center. John divorced and later met Ruby Bauer. They were married in 1972 and spent 34 years together until Ruby’s death. John spent his childhood summers in Burr Oak, Kansas. In adult life, he enjoyed weekends at his farm, west of Lawrence, Kansas. He had multiple hobbies and was active in Sertoma Club for several years. After retirement, John volunteered many hours at The Pantry and attended the Village Presbyterian Church. He also enjoyed spending time with his friend, Betty Berger. John was preceded in death by his parents, wives, and two sisters. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 2, 2013 at the Village Presbyterian Church, 6641 Mission Road, Prairie Village, Kansas. Reception immediately to follow at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Village Church Food Pantry.