It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of John Alexander (Johnnie) Campbell at dawn Friday, December 15th, 2023.
Johnnie was predeceased by his parents, John "Shorty" and Kathlyn (MacLean) Campbell and loving stepmother, Dorothy (Thompson) Campbell; brother, Roy Turnbull; sister, Sadie Barnes; brothers-in-law, Alphonse Beaton and Bob Barnes; nephew, Robert Barnes.
He is survived by his partner of 42 years Debbie Wicks; chosen children, Deidre (Claude) and William (Raynalynn); grandchildren Ella, Will, and Jacob; brothers, Calvert "Cal" Leng (Joan) and Archie (Joanne); sisters, Evelyn (Sandy), Cathy, Ann (Allan), Frances (Georges), and Theresa (Cyril); sister-in-law Frances Turnbull; many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly.
Possessing the kindest heart and the gentlest soul his great pride was taken in the family which he and Deb created and the never-ending love of his brothers and sisters. For work, he travelled the deep blue sea in the oil exploration industry, nurtured the ski hills of Keppoch, and spent the past 25 years in the restoration industry as owner/operator with his business partner.
A proud Life Member of the Kinsmen Club of Antigonish, he dedicated many hours to the community and forever cherished the lifelong friendships he made across the country.
Gratitude and much thanks to Dr. Stephen Gallant for his unwavering support, care and compassion in John’s journey; the Palliative Care Team of the Aberdeen Hospital, Dr, Farrell and Debbie Wilson; the VON Nurses who treated him with the greatest respect (during and after life), and the friends that followed his brave journey, thank you all.
Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held at 10:00am on Saturday, May 4, 2024 in C.L. Curry Funeral Home, 135 College Street, Antigonish, NS.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of C.L. Curry Funeral Home, Antigonish.
Online condolences: www.clcurry.com
Death ends a life – not a love.