Darlene Campbell
Aug 17th 1942 - Nov 4th 2009
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Dwight Campbell
January 10th 2010
It has been two months now since I lost Darlene. Believe me, It doesn't get any easier like people say. I cry myself to sleep more often than not. I miss her so much.
I love you Darlene and I always will.
Dw.
Doni (O'Brien) Anderson
November 20th 2009
There are so many memories Dar…where do I start? I first met you as a toddler in the early 70’s. You were our next door neighbor but soon became our friend, our protector, and shelter in many times of need. We felt a “safety net” was near and you became our harbor to run to on many occasions.
Your smile, your laugh (your unforgettable laugh!) your physique makes even us younger girls jealous! You loved fast, suped up cars and skates. You inspired many youth in Vicksburg and it didn’t take ones long to notice that Darlene is in the house! At times you would embarrass me with your forthrightness but that’s what was so embracing with you. You weren’t afraid to ask questions or speak what’s on your mind! Believe-you-me I even got a piece of your mind every now and again.
Your love for humanity, pets, and the Lord will be cherished. I remember the many dogs, cats, goats (even Bambi who ate an entire pack of your cigs while sunbathing!), and yes the skunk (PEEEEEEYEW!)
You could be relentless yet ones always knew where there stood with you. Your many passions such as gardening, canning, cutting wood, taking adventurous road trips, bike trips (remember the 20+ mile bike hike with the 8 or 9 of us? You made my butt sore and my ears tired! LOL :) I did not get on a bike for weeks afterwards.
We had many nights at the rink, the drive-in and good food with great company. You weren’t afraid to tell us to go home either when you had enough…”okay I have had a lot of fun, but go home now!” you would say.
My favorite memory is the night you and my brother Marty won a dance contest on skates. You rocked the house and truth be known you helped my brother gain a great sense of pride and gain some manhood that night at the Portage rink! I was always proud to be your friend but that night you helped me to realize that nothing was impossible! Actually Dar, you helped me gain confidence within myself and dream BIG!
I am especially fond of the memories made while studying God’s word together every Saturday via telephone conference. I learned more in those few months of study than I did from many years in the church. Your passion to know and seek His truths and His ways was evident and you always sought for more faith…this faith that you had all along! You are one of the strongest most vivacious women I know with a zest for life and more spunk and energy than one could ever dream of having! I remember the day you called me and told me about this new “man” in your life, Dwight. You were hesitant at first but soon you let your guarded heart be guided by his love for you and I am so glad the two of you found each other. Thank you both for being there on my wedding day 18 years ago (we just celebrated on 11/16), and thank you both for being there then, and now. You mean the world to me!
I will miss our “girl talks” and particularly our late night “pillow talks” while Dwight was asleep (ZZzzzZZ). I received much good advice and got my ear chewed off when I didn’t call. When time did slip from us we would always pick up right where we left off…we never skipped a beat!
Dar, your unwavering candidness was a childlike innocence! You were naturally curious about many things…very naïve too! You define “classy lady” and give a new definition to- I am woman…hear me roar! You were blunt, honest and to the point, no one had to guess what you were thinking because you told them right then and there! Being the risk taker that you were and never afraid of a challenge. You stood up to many things most women would run, duck, tail, and hide from! That’s what I love about you. Your boldness and faith like a child!
Thanks for being such a good friend to my mother throughout the years and thanks for being my 2nd mom and being there this entire past year to help me cope with the grief of losing her ironically on this very day as I type this now (November 20th). Now I am mourning the loss of my beloved sister In Christ, Dar… God sure broke the mold when He made you sweet pea! Until we meet again on that glorious and beautiful shore. Give a kiss to my mom for me and try not to talk Jesus’ ear off too much okay? He’s probably saying, “Will this lady ever shut up?” LOL… All kidding set aside, you deserve His peace, His love everlasting, and His warm embrace and to be freed from this cancer that took you so quickly from us and took us all by suprise! You are experiencing your own Emmaus walk with Him now and woman---I am jealous!
~ Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another: "What! You, too? Thought I was the only one." ~ CS Lewis
“The LORD hath appeared of old unto me, saying, ‘Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love: therefore with lovingkindness have I drawn thee.’” — Jeremiah 31:3
Paul
November 12th 2009
I was one of her latest new friend that came to know this beautiful lady ,she is one of the richer soul that i have been encountered .Strong , Happy , selfless are the good catagories that i found in her.I wish i could have known her earlier and longer cause she would be one person that you could learn alot from.I miss you Darlene . You will always be in my mind .she really was a Darling.
Mary and Carl Garrison
November 6th 2009
Dewite, This was a very sad thing for Carl and I. We were so surprised to hear the news. When we first met her was at Mendon SDA Church and yes she was very sweet and friendly. And like her Mom she was really full of it haha. always fun and happy. She will be missed by all who knew her she is just sleeping now till Jesus comes. Our love and prayers are with you and the family Mary and Carl
BIll Welling
November 6th 2009
I had the pleasure of meeting Darlene and Dwight only one year ago and the special bond between the two of them was obvious. My thoughts are with Dwight, and Darlene's extended family, in this time of loss. Darlene was a refreshingly honest and open person, it was a pleasure to have met her and speak frankly of with her about her belief in God and her love for life.
Roland Lapham (Cousin)
November 6th 2009
Met Darlene and her mom for the first time in 1994. My daughter Allecia and I flew out from California to meet relatives on my Dad's side (Roy Lapham)
Darlene was the kind of person who you could not get mixed up with anyone else. She had an impression all her very own. She went out of her way to help others.
She will be missed most by those who loved her. Our Prayers and Sympathy go out to family members during their grief.
Ron Lapham
Joel laswell
November 6th 2009
I had the pleasure of meeting Dwight and Darlene at church in Battle Creek a few years ago. My first impression was that these were people who loved Jesus and each other very much. Darlene was very open and full of energy--very peppy! She loved a good conversation and never hesitated to share her experiences and beliefs with others. She also had a contagious laugh! Dwight was a very good compliment to her and one could see that the Lord brought these two together. My prayers are for Dwight and the family during this time of grieving. It is hard but the Lord is there to hold you tight and help you through the pain. One day, very soon I believe, Jesus will return and we will all be together to spend eternity with each other and with Jesus where there will be niether pain or death. On that day we will hear that contagious laugh again and be glad.
pastor Joel
Dwight Campbell
November 6th 2009
Darlene was my wife and my friend. We traveled together, worked together, cried together and laughed together. We did everything together. As I’m writing this, she has been gone 59 hours and that is longer than we have ever been apart since we were married. I know that she is where there is no more pain. I can’t wait to join her there. This earth is so empty without her already. I long to be with her and Jesus for ever. Darlene I will always love you.
Dw.
Jeanne Warren (Lapham)
November 5th 2009
I am Jeanne Darlene's cousin. She was a very cool and beautiful lady she will be missed Psalm 94:19.
November 5th 2009
I am Lillian "Tootsie" Demler, Darlene's cousin. We had great times together at our Grandparents home in Cassopolis or really everyplace we were together. Wherever Darlene was there were no strangers, only friends. We will miss her in this world, but will be rejoined at a later time. She is now at peace and without pain. God Bless!
November 5th 2009
I'm Molly, Darlene's second cousin. I didn't know her very well and didn't see her much over the years, but I definitely remember her coming to most of my grandparents cook-outs. I know that my grandparents always looked forward to her being there.
Spunky and outgoing are definitely two words that describe her. She always seemed to have a sunny side and brought out the smiles in everyone. :o)
Dwight Campbell
January 10th 2010
It has been two months now since I lost Darlene. Believe me, It doesn't get any easier like people say. I cry myself to sleep more often than not. I miss her so much.
I love you Darlene and I always will.
Dw.
Doni (O'Brien) Anderson
November 20th 2009
There are so many memories Dar…where do I start? I first met you as a toddler in the early 70’s. You were our next door neighbor but soon became our friend, our protector, and shelter in many times of need. We felt a “safety net” was near and you became our harbor to run to on many occasions.
Your smile, your laugh (your unforgettable laugh!) your physique makes even us younger girls jealous! You loved fast, suped up cars and skates. You inspired many youth in Vicksburg and it didn’t take ones long to notice that Darlene is in the house! At times you would embarrass me with your forthrightness but that’s what was so embracing with you. You weren’t afraid to ask questions or speak what’s on your mind! Believe-you-me I even got a piece of your mind every now and again.
Your love for humanity, pets, and the Lord will be cherished. I remember the many dogs, cats, goats (even Bambi who ate an entire pack of your cigs while sunbathing!), and yes the skunk (PEEEEEEYEW!)
You could be relentless yet ones always knew where there stood with you. Your many passions such as gardening, canning, cutting wood, taking adventurous road trips, bike trips (remember the 20+ mile bike hike with the 8 or 9 of us? You made my butt sore and my ears tired! LOL :) I did not get on a bike for weeks afterwards.
We had many nights at the rink, the drive-in and good food with great company. You weren’t afraid to tell us to go home either when you had enough…”okay I have had a lot of fun, but go home now!” you would say.
My favorite memory is the night you and my brother Marty won a dance contest on skates. You rocked the house and truth be known you helped my brother gain a great sense of pride and gain some manhood that night at the Portage rink! I was always proud to be your friend but that night you helped me to realize that nothing was impossible! Actually Dar, you helped me gain confidence within myself and dream BIG!
I am especially fond of the memories made while studying God’s word together every Saturday via telephone conference. I learned more in those few months of study than I did from many years in the church. Your passion to know and seek His truths and His ways was evident and you always sought for more faith…this faith that you had all along! You are one of the strongest most vivacious women I know with a zest for life and more spunk and energy than one could ever dream of having! I remember the day you called me and told me about this new “man” in your life, Dwight. You were hesitant at first but soon you let your guarded heart be guided by his love for you and I am so glad the two of you found each other. Thank you both for being there on my wedding day 18 years ago (we just celebrated on 11/16), and thank you both for being there then, and now. You mean the world to me!
I will miss our “girl talks” and particularly our late night “pillow talks” while Dwight was asleep (ZZzzzZZ). I received much good advice and got my ear chewed off when I didn’t call. When time did slip from us we would always pick up right where we left off…we never skipped a beat!
Dar, your unwavering candidness was a childlike innocence! You were naturally curious about many things…very naïve too! You define “classy lady” and give a new definition to- I am woman…hear me roar! You were blunt, honest and to the point, no one had to guess what you were thinking because you told them right then and there! Being the risk taker that you were and never afraid of a challenge. You stood up to many things most women would run, duck, tail, and hide from! That’s what I love about you. Your boldness and faith like a child!
Thanks for being such a good friend to my mother throughout the years and thanks for being my 2nd mom and being there this entire past year to help me cope with the grief of losing her ironically on this very day as I type this now (November 20th). Now I am mourning the loss of my beloved sister In Christ, Dar… God sure broke the mold when He made you sweet pea! Until we meet again on that glorious and beautiful shore. Give a kiss to my mom for me and try not to talk Jesus’ ear off too much okay? He’s probably saying, “Will this lady ever shut up?” LOL… All kidding set aside, you deserve His peace, His love everlasting, and His warm embrace and to be freed from this cancer that took you so quickly from us and took us all by suprise! You are experiencing your own Emmaus walk with Him now and woman---I am jealous!
~ Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another: "What! You, too? Thought I was the only one." ~ CS Lewis
“The LORD hath appeared of old unto me, saying, ‘Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love: therefore with lovingkindness have I drawn thee.’” — Jeremiah 31:3
Paul
November 12th 2009
I was one of her latest new friend that came to know this beautiful lady ,she is one of the richer soul that i have been encountered .Strong , Happy , selfless are the good catagories that i found in her.I wish i could have known her earlier and longer cause she would be one person that you could learn alot from.I miss you Darlene . You will always be in my mind .she really was a Darling.
Mary and Carl Garrison
November 6th 2009
Dewite, This was a very sad thing for Carl and I. We were so surprised to hear the news. When we first met her was at Mendon SDA Church and yes she was very sweet and friendly. And like her Mom she was really full of it haha. always fun and happy. She will be missed by all who knew her she is just sleeping now till Jesus comes. Our love and prayers are with you and the family Mary and Carl
BIll Welling
November 6th 2009
I had the pleasure of meeting Darlene and Dwight only one year ago and the special bond between the two of them was obvious. My thoughts are with Dwight, and Darlene's extended family, in this time of loss. Darlene was a refreshingly honest and open person, it was a pleasure to have met her and speak frankly of with her about her belief in God and her love for life.
Roland Lapham (Cousin)
November 6th 2009
Met Darlene and her mom for the first time in 1994. My daughter Allecia and I flew out from California to meet relatives on my Dad's side (Roy Lapham)
Darlene was the kind of person who you could not get mixed up with anyone else. She had an impression all her very own. She went out of her way to help others.
She will be missed most by those who loved her. Our Prayers and Sympathy go out to family members during their grief.
Ron Lapham
Joel laswell
November 6th 2009
I had the pleasure of meeting Dwight and Darlene at church in Battle Creek a few years ago. My first impression was that these were people who loved Jesus and each other very much. Darlene was very open and full of energy--very peppy! She loved a good conversation and never hesitated to share her experiences and beliefs with others. She also had a contagious laugh! Dwight was a very good compliment to her and one could see that the Lord brought these two together. My prayers are for Dwight and the family during this time of grieving. It is hard but the Lord is there to hold you tight and help you through the pain. One day, very soon I believe, Jesus will return and we will all be together to spend eternity with each other and with Jesus where there will be niether pain or death. On that day we will hear that contagious laugh again and be glad.
pastor Joel
Dwight Campbell
November 6th 2009
Darlene was my wife and my friend. We traveled together, worked together, cried together and laughed together. We did everything together. As I’m writing this, she has been gone 59 hours and that is longer than we have ever been apart since we were married. I know that she is where there is no more pain. I can’t wait to join her there. This earth is so empty without her already. I long to be with her and Jesus for ever. Darlene I will always love you.
Dw.
Jeanne Warren (Lapham)
November 5th 2009
I am Jeanne Darlene's cousin. She was a very cool and beautiful lady she will be missed Psalm 94:19.
November 5th 2009
I am Lillian "Tootsie" Demler, Darlene's cousin. We had great times together at our Grandparents home in Cassopolis or really everyplace we were together. Wherever Darlene was there were no strangers, only friends. We will miss her in this world, but will be rejoined at a later time. She is now at peace and without pain. God Bless!
November 5th 2009
I'm Molly, Darlene's second cousin. I didn't know her very well and didn't see her much over the years, but I definitely remember her coming to most of my grandparents cook-outs. I know that my grandparents always looked forward to her being there.
Spunky and outgoing are definitely two words that describe her. She always seemed to have a sunny side and brought out the smiles in everyone. :o)
