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ST. GEORGE, UTAH - Gerald Richard Campbell, beloved by the family, returned to his Heavenly Father on Monday, February 20, 2012 due to service connected disabilities obtained in his U.S. Air Force career from 1951 to 1967. He was born August 19, 1933 to Myron Moroni Campbell and Mildred Irene Clarke, the fourth of four boys and one girl.
He was a lifelong active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Upon entering the University of Oregon and AFROTC he married his sweetheart and eternal companion, Jeanne Frances Sater on October 15, 1954 in Eugene, Oregon at Jeanne's parents' home. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Oakland LDS Temple on January 9, 1956.
Gerry and Jeanne raised five children. His joy was his family. Countless camping trips and lake vacations highlighted a home where love was taught and felt. A love for God and His creations and hard work was instilled in each of his children. Together they had 21 grandchildren and 27 ½ great-grandchildren.
Gerry graduated from Mound Fort Elementary School, Ogden High School in 1951, and from the University of Oregon in 1955 where he received his Bachelors of Science. He then went on to receive two MBA's from The University of Southern California. He had famous coaches in football and track: John Mckay, Leu Cassinova, and Biss Bowerman.
To start their married life together Gerry and Jeanne moved to Rinston, North Carolina. In 1956 they went to Primary Flight School in the Air Force. Gerry flew many USAT military aircrafts: PA79, T-34, T-28, T-33, and F84F. Their military associations and experiences in Germany and other experiences remained cherished memories. Gerry served in many USAF assignments earning distinction and medals. By example he taught his family the joy that service in the military and in the church can bring.
Gerry's greatest loves were Jeanne, his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He served in the military and in many church callings with grace. By example he taught his family the joy that service can bring. His legacy of faith, service, and work will be embraced by his family and remembered by those who knew him. He leaves this message for his golfing buddies, "Hit one and drag Gerry!"
Gerry was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers: Clarke and Douglas; his sister: Adele Wayman; and his son Richard Scott Campbell (age 53).
He is survived by his beloved wife, Jeanne Frances Sater Campbell; children: Robbe Dee (Christine Gardner) Campbell of Moreno Valley, California, Shelly (John) Hesch of Lehi, Utah, Shawn Alan (Dawn Marie) Campbell of Yakima, Washington, and Jennifer (John) Chapman of St. George, Utah; 21 grandchildren; and 27 ½ great-grandchildren.
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