Terry Campbell, 58, of Unionville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, Missouri, on Tuesday, April 12, 2022. Terry had battled cancer in the past but succumbed to a recent recurrence.
Terry Gerald Campbell was born in Davenport, Iowa, on February 13, 1964, the son of Gary Lee and Margaret Ann (Pitsenbarger) Campbell. Terry worked in construction most of his life. He was a jack-of-all trades and was good at anything he did. He always gave 110% to the job. He was a roofer, a stone mason (which he especially liked), a carpenter, and a landscaper. Terry was an excellent drummer and played in rock bands. His nickname was “wild man.” He was the life of the party and lit up a room when he entered. Terry was outgoing and friendly. He loved the outdoors (fishing and hunting) and was a great cook. He loved to grill and smoke meats. Terry was a lifelong Miami Dolphins fan. He loved his family and was loved by all who knew him.
Terry’s proudest achievement was his family. He always put his family first and worked hard to ensure they had everything they needed. He was proud of his children and the people that they have become under his guidance. Terry had lifelong friendships that he never lost contact with. He was a wonderful friend who was always there to listen and give great advice. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Terry is survived by his wife, Sutarrah (Waddell) and five children: sons T. J. (Tasha) Campbell of Exline, Iowa; Brendan Davis and BradLee Campbell of Unionville; and daughters Megan (Jake Furgal) Campbell and Mallory Campbell of Unionville. His grandchildren are Kelvin and Rowan Campbell and one on the way. Terry is also survived by his mother, Margaret Campbell of Ocala, Florida, and his father, Gary Campbell of Numa, Iowa, as well as three brothers, Michael Campbell of Ocala, Florida and Tim and Lee Campbell of Newport Richey, Florida; and a sister, Mindy (Dean) Shoush or Williston, Florida. He is also survived by mother-in-law and father-in-law, Leatha and Mark Walsh of Unionville.
A Celebration of Life for Terry will be at Playle and Collins Family Funeral Home in Unionville, MO at 11:00 am on Saturday, April 16, 2022. A visitation will be one hour prior to the service.
Memorials are suggested to the family to defray funeral expenses and may be entrusted with Playle and Collins Family Funeral Home, 709 S. 27th St., Unionville, MO 63565.