Issac CAMPBELL

1924-2009 Issac Fox "Scotty" Campbell, husband of the late Helen Rigley, of Winnipeg Crescent, Miramichi Retirement Community, passed away peacefully, close to his adopted, but beloved Miramichi River, at the Miramichi Regional Hospital, on Saturday evening, January 10, 2009, at the age of 84. He was truly an Officer and a Gentleman of the highest order. Born in Waterton, Aberdeenshire, Scotland on March 19, 1924, he was the son of the late James and Catherine (Fox) Campbell. Scotty was a retired officer & fighter pilot with the R.C.A.F. ; He served three terms - In wartime overseas (1942-45) regular service (1950-1972) and again in the reserve (1982-84) Many of his years in the service were spent on the Chatham base and he took up residence in the Miramichi area (White Rapids) following his retirement. Amongst his proudest accomplishments was flying the Canadian F-86 Saber. Of particular note was in participation in the Saber's final North American Fly Past in 1968. His years on the Miramichi were greatly enriched by nature, animals and fly fishing. He is survived by four sons; James R. Campbell, of Toronto, Ont., Thomas D. Campbell, of Vancouver, B.C., Robert M. Campbell, of Vancouver, B.C., Peter R. Campbell, of Toronto,. Ont.; two sisters, Katherine Connors, of Cambridge, Ont, Nel Reid, of Markahm, Ont.; one brother, Tom Campbell (Velma), of Gananoque, Ont.; step daughters Carole Gordon, of Barrie, Ont., Diane Rooney, of Toronto, Ont.; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Helen Rigley, in 2000; brothers Jimmy and Davey Campbell and sisters Esther and Agnes. A public memorial service was held from Adams Funeral Home Chapel, on Thursday, January 15, 2009, at 2 pm, conducted by Rev. Dale Greer. Music for the service was provided by William Sweezey and two solos were offered by Rev. Dale Greer "Mansion On A Hilltop" and "Amazing Grace". The eulogy was given by Lorraine Malley and special family memories were shared by sons, Robert, Thomas, Peter and James Campbell. Interment will be in Miramichi, later in the spring. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Adams Funeral Home Ltd., 140 King St., Miramichi, telephone 773-3492 or messages of condolence may be forwarded online to www.adamsfh.ca Source: Miramichi Leader Date de parution:January 19, 2009 Listing ID:191684