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Brian D. Campbell

Posted 2018-12-14 by mhenderson
Published in the Daily Miner on Sept. 9, 2018 -
Kingman, Arizona -

Brian D. Campbell, 61 passed away on September 4, 2018 at his home in
Glendale, Arizona after a courageous struggle with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s
Disease). Brian was preceded in death by his sister Darcy D. Campbell,
in 1962. He was born in McPherson, Kansas, and is the son of Robert
Campbell and Lois Marie Miller.

Brian and his sister Stacy, moved to Kingman with their parents in
1968. Brian attended grade school at Palo Christi, and graduated from
Kingman High School. He then furthered his schooling, and graduated
from the University of Arizona.

Brian always loved to work. In fact from the moment he was old enough
he had a paper route, which he did for many years. He also worked for
KAAA, the local radio station as a disc jockey. Brian’s career started
with GTE where he led the software tools development division. Brian
then went on to AG Communication Systems where he continued to lead
and develop software. In addition, he traveled to Bangalore, India as
the Principal Engineer of product development. Brian’s career was
completed by working as a distinguished member of the technical staff
at General Dynamics in Scottsdale, Arizona. Brian was a volunteer at
the Challenger Space Center, and provided tours of the exhibits and
science demonstrations. In addition, he directed simulated space
missions for the Challenger Center.

We feel so blessed that Brian naturally took on the role as family
historian. He left behind a large collection of documentation
including cherished photos and home videos. Brian had a passion for
space, math, and science. He shared that passion with all those he
loved and the greater community.

Brian is survived by his wife of 37 years, Merna; and 3 children, Lisa
(Campbell) Robbins, Laura Campbell, Robbie (Robert) Campbell; his
parents Lois Marie Miller and Robert and Jennie Campbell; his sister
Stacy D (Campbell) Merritt. Brian was blessed to be in a large blended
family that included numerous friends and relatives; this encompassed
his three sisters, Candice (Campbell) Massey, Bobette Campbell, a
foster sister Shirley (Early) Hammond, and his step-brother Ryan Peck.

Just as the world of science and discovery had a profound effect on
Brian’s life, his passing will forever leave a tremendous void for
those who knew him.

There will be a memorial service on noon Saturday, September 22, at
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 5250 W. Thunderbird
Road, Glendale, AZ.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: ALS Association Arizona
Chapter, or Hospice of the Valley in Brian’s name.




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