Passed peacefully away at the Health Sciences Centre in the presence of his loving family, Gerald Campbell of Branch, age 86 years. Predeceased by his mother Rosella (Power), father Henry Campbell and brother Edmund. Gerald leaves to mourn with loving memories his wife of 42 years Carol (Greene), sons Gregory (Ashley), Gerard (Annette), four precious grandchildren Jacob, Henry, Liam and his darling Isla, sister Annie Nash (Denis), his nieces and nephew and a large circle of relatives and friends.
Gerald was a talented musician and lover of song. He earned many accolades throughout his lifetime and was a much sought-after performer. His humour and wit were evident to all who knew him. In 2005 he was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by the NL Folk Arts Society. On the occasion of his 85th Birthday he was granted the Senate 150th Anniversary Medal, a national honour, for his significant cultural contributions.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Maher’s Funeral Home, Placentia. Visitation will take place at Holy Rosary Church, Branch on Sunday, June 9th followed by a mass of Christian burial on Monday, June 10th at 2 pm. Internment to follow at Holy Rosary Cemetery, Branch.
We are grateful for Gerald’s 86 years, we will remember you our ‘sweet forget me not’!
Flowers gratefully accepted or donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.