Craig S Kampen

Craig S Kampen passed away on April 27, 2021 at the age of 56. He had lived in Virginia Beach for many years. Born in Wisconsin, Craig's summers were spent at the lake, traveling to air shows with his dad or they could be found out near a cornfield flying model airplanes. Aviation was in his DNA. Turbulent teenage years thankfully yielded to direction in life when he announced he wanted to become a pilot and moved to Vero Beach, FL for training at Flight Safety International. Craig stayed on at Flight Safety as an instructor before working with commercial, then private aviation companies. A diagnosis of MS permanently side-lined his career as a pilot over a decade ago. Craig faced the disease with courage, fortitude and the good sense to focus on what he loved and enjoyed most in life: playing guitar, model airplanes, fishing with his buddies, following WI Badger football, or cooking for friends and fellow musicians. Craig was a loyal generous man with a welcoming smile. He valued old friendships but his community in VA Beach became his tribe. Craig lived a good life and will be remembered fondly by all of those whose lives he touched through the years. He is survived by sisters Chris (John), Deborah, Jennifer, Tracey (Tim); Aunt Sharon; nieces, Ashleigh (James), Molly and Shelly; great niece Dani; great nephew Jimmy; and Cousin Sandy. A Celebration of Life will be held at - Soul Haven Hall- Friday May 14th - 5-8 pm