Thomas Jefferson "Pa-Pa" Campbell

Patrick, SC

Mr. Thomas Jefferson “Pa-Pa” Campbell, age 91, entered into rest on Wednesday evening, July 20, 2022 at his home. A private family graveside service will be held at the Campbell Cemetery officiated by Reverend Jerry McManus.

Mr. Campbell was born June 7, 1931 in Patrick, SC a son of the late Thomas N. and Mabel Johnson Campbell. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War and a retired truck driver with Branch Motors of Greensboro, NC. He was a member of Bethel United Church. A man who was known for his quick wit and personality, Mr. Thomas was always quick to tell a joke and loved to keep his wife “on her toes” at all times. An avid outdoorsman, Mr. Campbell enjoyed “piddling” in his yard and working on projects. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR. Of all things of importance in his life, spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren were of utmost importance and enjoyment.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Campbell was also preceded in death by brothers, David Campbell, and Gloster Campbell; sister, Ossie Jordan; daughters, Elaine Yow, and Cookie Campbell.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 72 years, Connie Crowley Campbell of the home; sons, Sam Campbell, and Tommy (Terri) Campbell both of Patrick, SC; daughter, Jackie Marsh of Greensboro, NC; grandchildren, Trey (Ashley) Campbell, III of Ruby, SC, Matthew Campbell (Hannah) of Chesterfield, SC, Butch Marsh (Nancy) of Hampstead, NC, Nathan (Laura) Marsh of Greensboro, NC, Chris Yow (Wanda) of Randleman, NC, and J.J. (Grandis) Hyatt; great grandchildren, Georgia, Sunni, Kolin, Benjamin, Ashley, Brody, Miranda, Kaitlyn, and Alex; great-great grandchild, Aldrena; brother, Alton Campbell of Camden, SC; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family is very thankful for the love, support, and extraordinary care provided to Mr. Campbell and their family by Regency SouthernCare Hospice of Chesterfield. A special thanks to nurses, Brandi, Denim, Jenn and the entire staff for their care.

Memorials may be made to Regency SouthernCare Hospice of Chesterfield, 205 E. Main Street, Chesterfield, SC 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield, SC (www.mrcfuneralhome.com) is serving the Campbell family.