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Harold L.
Campbell
May 7, 1934 — Oct 31, 2021
Warrensburg
Harold L. Campbell, 87 of Warrensburg, Missouri passed away Sunday, October 31, 2021 at Western Missouri Medical Center.
Harold was born May 7, 1934 in Johnson County, near Warrensburg the son of Earl G. and Flossie (Henderson) Campbell. He graduated from Warrensburg High School in 1951. Harold was united in marriage to Virginia Clair Demarest on May 27, 1955 in Cameron, Missouri. Shortly thereafter, he enlisted in the United States Army and served from 1957 to 1959. Following his service in the army, the couple returned to Warrensburg and he began his career at the U.S. Post Office. Retiring after 36 years at the Post Office, he began what is known as his famous garden with the help of his grandson, Randy. Harold and Virginia have been Warrensburg residents since 1955. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church for 24 years. Harold loved his family, God and church. He was one of the original vendors for the Warrensburg Farmers Market, where he was known for his homegrown tomatoes, with the help of Randy in the years following. Harold was also very passionate about hunting and fishing. He adored having Randy by his side.
Survivors include his loving wife of 66 years, Virginia; daughter: Susan Diane Scott of Warrensburg, MO; sister: Louise Brenner of St. George, UT; two brothers: Loren Campbell (Peggy) of Warrensburg, MO and Galen Campbell (Shirley) of Cumberland, IA; and grandson: Randy L. Meggs. Harold was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth and an infant daughter, Cara Lee.
Funeral Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 5th at Bethel Baptist Church, north of Warrensburg with Pastor Richard Ricard officiating. The family will receive friends, one hour prior to service, Friday at the church.
Interment will follow at Sunset Hill Cemetery in Warrensburg with Full Military Honors provided by United States Army Honor Guard, V.F.W. – Memorial Post #2513 and American Legion – Post #131.
Memorial Contributions may be left to Bethel Baptist Church in care of the funeral home.
Online condolences may be left at www.williamsfuneralchapel.net
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