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May 22, 2013

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T. Robert “Bob“ Campbell

CAMPBELL, T. Robert “Bob“ - Unexpectedly at his home with his loving wife, Annabel at his side on Saturday November 3, 2012 at the age of 74. Cherished father of Gord (Bridget) and Pete (Val). Very proud Grampa of Kalvin, Philip, Carson and Cameron. Also survived by his brother Samuel Bruce and special nieces Nancy Gordon and Annie Campbell. Predeceased by his parents Gerald Campbell and Pearl McCurdy and his sister Margaret Beswitherick. Bob was a music and math teacher at QECVI for 30+ years, played with the Kingston Symphony Orchestra for 50 years, a devoted choir member of Princess United Church and an avid gardener. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. The family will receive friends from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm on Wednesday at the ROBERT J. REID & SONS, “The Chapel on the Corner“, 309 Johnson Street (at Barrie Street), Kingston. A memorial Service will be held at Princess Street United Church, 484 Albert Street, on Thursday November 8, 2012 at 11am. Interment Verona Cemetery. For those who wish, memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Princess Street United Church Memorial Fund would be appreciated by the family. Online Condolences: 12089139

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will miss him

Posted by Pat Hill (friend(big band singer)) On Sunday, January 27, 2013
Dear annnabelle, I was just at Paul Chabot's funeral yesterday and found out that Bob had passed. While with Don McCallum's band Bob and I used to trade gardening stories, and I think I met you as well, when we came back in 2002. This is a blow, and I am truly sorry for your loss. I liked Bob, from the first time we met, so sincere and so talented and Kind. I never knew he was a math teacher. Will say a prayer for him.Pat Hill

Class...Let's Take It From The Top !!

Posted by Vicki (Pero) Hay (Q.E. Student) On Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Mr. Campbell was my music teacher between 1965-67. He was one of those teachers you never forget. It was apparent that he truly loved to teach and he was good at it. I give him props for his never ending patience and I apologize for some of his hair loss. RIP Mr. Campbell and thanks for sharing your time with us and your love of music. We were listening.

A Fantastic teacher!

Posted by James Ryce (student) On Tuesday, November 13, 2012
I've often thought of my time in Mr. Campbell's music class (1978-82) and how much I enjoyed every minute of it. He was one heck of a great teacher.

We remember Old Times together

Posted by Don Parkes (Friend) On Friday, November 9, 2012
A very sad message to hear of Bob's passing.

Over many years we have been good friends and old neighbors on Toronto St. All of the Campbell family were our Great friends and pals. Bob was a real gentleman !

We will miss Bob very much and although we are now in BC we have made a point to visit with him and Family when traveling back to Kingston occasionally. Our condolences to Bob's Family.

A fine musician

Posted by Cynthia Yuschyshyn (Friend) On Thursday, November 8, 2012
I am so sad to hear of Bob's passing. He will be missed as a fellow trombonist who was a pleasure to play with. His smile lit up his whole face and we loved to share gardening stories. He had such passion for his family, his music, and his friends. I will miss him and his kindness.

So sorry...

Posted by Lisa Cavanagh-Murphy (Former Student at QECVI) On Thursday, November 8, 2012
I am so sorry to hear the lose of Mr. Campbell. I did not have Mr. Campbell as a teacher, but I most definitally remember him. He always had a moment to speak to a student. Always caring of all students in the halls..I hope the family finds healing knowing he was great at what he loved..

Sad loss

Posted by Karen Lahey (student) On Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Mr. Campbell will have my everlasting gratitude for introducing me to Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue. A kind, gentle man. Condolences to his family, from one of the red headed clarinetists. (1971-75)

"Uncle" Bob

Posted by Jane (Neighbour) On Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Sending my condolences to "Aunt" Annabel, Gordon, Peter and Nancy. I could not have grown up with better neighbours. I will always remember Uncle Bob -- busy in the garden, playing the trombone, or patiently explaining things to us as kids. My thoughts are with you.

A great musician and mentor lost

Posted by Jeff Adams (Former student) On Wednesday, November 7, 2012
My sincere condolences to Mr.Campbell's entire family. He was one of the greatest teachers I had at QE and always supportive in my music activities. R.I.P. Mr. Campbell, you will be forever missed.

Gifted man

Posted by Donna Crozier (Colleague) On Wednesday, November 7, 2012
I am shocked and saddened that this community has lost such a gifted musician and man of integrity. I have fond memories of the two musicals we did together at QECVI in the 70's, and of Bob's endless patience and encouragement with students and staff alike. Sincere condolences to his family and friends.

he was a good teacher

Posted by tracey cook (he was my teacher) On Wednesday, November 7, 2012
i am so sorry for your lose tot he campbell family i had mr campbel for a math teacher and he helped me so much and when i seen him for the first time i said to my friend lynn he is my teacher and she told me he was his bother-in-law and i could not get over it so i am going to say he was a good man he was i am sorry to see him go we will miss you mr campbell

Great Teacher and Man

Posted by Joanne (cantalini) Rush (Former Student) On Wednesday, November 7, 2012
I'm very saddened to hear of Mr. Campbell's passing. He was always such a positive influence at QECVI in the 70's teaching music. When you were a member of his Band or just practicing at lunchtime with his Campbell Soup Group you knew you had a friend as well as a mentor there to help. He will surely be missed. My condolences to his family. May God Bless.

great guy

Posted by Wayne Murray (Musician) On Wednesday, November 7, 2012
I am very sorry to hear about Bob. I knew him from different bands including the symphony many years ago. He was a very sincere person and I know that he is with his creator and that is the most important thing.May God bless you and help you through your loss. Wayne Murray

Wonderful teacher, lovely man.

Posted by Kim (Cobham) Gow (former student) On Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Mr.Campbell was not only a wonderful teacher, but a lovely, kind hearted man. He was always there with a smile and an encouraging word. I can say without a doubt he was my favorite teacher at QECVI in the 1970's. He will be truly missed by all that knew him. My sincere condolences to his family.

What a loss

Posted by Andy Poole (Friend) On Tuesday, November 6, 2012
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Wonderful musician, and family man. Sincere condolences from Andy Poole and Becky Miller.

Sincere sympathy

Posted by Alice Graham (friend) On Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Words can not express the lost for the Campbell family. I want to say what a great influence Uncle Bob was for my 2 children as they were growing up. He taught them both how to garden and how to drive with no hands. You will be missed.

With Deepest Condolences

Posted by Beverly Pulver (2nd Cousin) On Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Wishing you and your family peace and comfort at this most difficult time. We only met in person once but exchanged many emails. Bob was an inspiration and a great help with my work on the family tree.

Fondly Remembered

Posted by Mike Vanderlee (QECVI Music Student) On Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Sincere condolences to the Campbell family. Bob had great influence on me as a student in the QECVI music program in the mid-late 70's.

His encouragement and support impacted me still to this day as I pursued a path as a professional musician early in my adulthood and continued on part-time basis ever since. Bob was certainly loved, appreciated and will always be remembered by the students who had the benefit of encountering Bob during our formative years!

Sincere Sympathy

Posted by Arnold Weirmeir (Cousin) On Tuesday, November 6, 2012
After many years of collabortions on the Reid Family History and with many friendly exchanges, Bob will be sorely missed. I am sorry to say that it would be impossible for me to attend his funeral, but I will be there in spirit.

Deepest Sympathy

Posted by Shane Mitchell (Former LDSB colleague) On Tuesday, November 6, 2012
I was so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. One thing I remember about him today was the battle for garden supremacy he had with the groundhogs in his beloved garden. It was quite humourous. He was a great friend and colleague and he will be missed.

Caring, loyal and humorous

Posted by Phyllis Upperman (friend) On Tuesday, November 6, 2012
I met Bob & Annabel through their Aunt Jennie Bennett in Ohio.I helped her out over the years and got to know Bob and Annabel on their visits to Ohio. Jennie loved to see them come and she enjoyed visiting in Canada at the cottage. Bob was always a great host, tour guide and dispenser of humor. They were so helpful and supportive of me as we cared for Jennie in her last days. It is hard to talk about Bob without Annabel. We loved the way they related to each other! Bob will be greatly missed.

Inspirational

Posted by Joanne Stephens nee Garland (Student) On Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Mr. Campbell was more than a great teacher. Through his passion for music he inspired many including myself. Here is a link to what is still my most favourite and inspirational piece of music that we played as a concert band, Bach Air Suite no 3: ? 5:01? 5:01

www.youtube.com/watch?v=NlT8yeEYbMs

a sad loss

Posted by Marg Buckholtz (collleague at QECVI) On Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Iremember Bob as the music teacher at QECVI. When walking about the school, he was often whistling or singing, lifting everyone's spirit. Bob was a kind and happy person who will be missed by many of his former students.

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