Ramon D. Campbell

Ramon Douglas Campbell, 88 of Hebron, passed away August 23, 2016 and is finally reunited with the love of his life, Ida. He was born in Malden, Mass. March 23, 1928 to Chesley Campbell and Isabelle (Maltais) Campbell. They moved to Hartford when he was young although he spent summers with his grandparents in New Hampshire and one of his first job's was at Clark's Trading Post. He worked for the highway department for the State of CT. before settling into his job as precision grinder at Cushman Industries in Hartford where he worked until his retirement. Although dropping out of school to join the U.S. Navy, he was a life-long learner with a love of reading. Whether it was new math or Bible studies when his children were young, sign language and Spanish to better communicate with co-workers, radio and television repair and later in life "computers for dummies", he was constantly reading and learning. He was treasurer of his credit union and for many years an active member of the Hebron Lions Club. He held many positions from President to Historian and received many awards and plaques he proudly hung on his wall. He met Ida Pinney on a blind date. They were married Nov. 6, 1948 when he was 20 and would have celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary when she passed away in Sept. 2009. Being the father of 4 daughters he was a champion of Title IX before it had a Title! Always encouraging his girls telling them they could do anything and to try everything. He leaves to miss him dearly four daughters, Sandra Campbell Lavigne and husband Rick Nowsch of Coventry, Barbara Campbell of S. Windsor, Wanda Campbell and John Gregory of Manchester and Carla Campbell of E. Hartford. Three granddaughters, Dawn Lavigne of Stafford Springs, Jesse Lavigne and Chris Bennett of Mansfield and Michelle Vibberts of East Granby. Also missing him will be his special bright lights, his 8 great-grandchildren, John and Jake Read, Katlyn Sutton, Stephanie, Julie, and Casey Milnes and Elizabeth and Evan Bennett. He also leaves many nieces and nephews and two dear nieces who made it possible for him to stay in his home, April Hescock and Beverly Sparks. April you were his angel and gave him these last 2 years in his home, where he wanted to be most. We'd also like to thank neighbors Mike and Shannon Fortin for always keeping an eye on things and for helping with the yard. He was predeceased by his beloved Ida, grandson, Michael Vibberts and brother, Clarence Campbell. Family and friends are invited to attend memorial calling hours Saturday, August 27, 2016 from 2-5 p.m. at the Holmes Funeral Home 400 Main St. Manchester. Burial will be private. Family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Ramon may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. To leave a message of condolence please visit www.holmes-watkinsfuneralhomes.com

Visitation DetailsSaturday, August 27th, 2016 2:00pm - 5:00pm, Holmes Funeral Home