FLORAL BEARERS Nieces and Friends

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Acknowledgements

Perhaps you sent a lovely card, or sat quietly in a chair. Perhaps you sent those beautiful flowers, that we saw sitting

there. Perhaps you spoke the kindest words, as any friend could say. Perhaps you were not there at all, just thought of us that day. Whatever you did to console our hearts we thank you so much

for whatever part.

Special Thanks to Carolinas Home Care Agency, Incorporated for providing care.

Four Special caretakers, Ms. Addie B. Jones, Valerie

Waddell, Rebecca Freeman, and Sister Irene C. Smith.

The Campbell Family

Professional Services Entrusted To:

P. O. Box 796 – 707 Vinson Boulevard Whiteville, NC 28472

Phone:(910)642-4055–Fax:(910)642-8535Email: www.peoplesofwhiteville.com

Rehobeth A.M.E. Zion Church

Clarkton, North Carolina

Wednesday, March 27, 2019 1:00 p.m.

Rev. Harrison J. Branch, Pastor & Eulogist

RehobethA.M.E.ZionChurchClarkton,NorthCarolina

Sunrise: Sept 22,1934

Sunset: March 24, 2019

James Wesley CampbellA Celebration of Life

~ To Daddy with Love ~

Some things will always be in style

Good Solid things like honesty and trust and caring about people.

It’s qualities like these that keep us aware of who we are

And what we can give to life.

It’s qualities like these, Daddy, that you’ve taught me to value,

Through your influence, your example, and your love.

It has made me love you very much,

And has made me very proud to have you for my daddy.

Love you always,

Carolyn, Lauretta, Vincent, Gloria, Craig and Aletha

~Obituary Continued~

He was a prominent farmer and an esteemed leader in the Farmers Union community. He always cared and provided for his family. Wesley was a dedicated husband, father, friend to all, a humble servant giver in the community and was loved by all who came in contact with him.

Cherishing his loving memory are: 4 daughters: Carolyn Steele (Alfred) of Patterson, New Jersey; Lauretta C. Freeman, Gloria C. Moore both of Whiteville, North Carolina and Aletha C. Young (Harold) of Riegelwood, North Carolina; 2 sons: James Vincent Campbell (Peggy) of Apex, North Carolina, and Stanley Craig Campbell (Marie) of Clarkton, North Carolina; 11 grandchildren: Lynelle Steele, Angela Jennings, Joy Johnson, Patrick Campbell, Quinton Campbell, Kenda Freeman, Ernest Moore, Abran Moore, Jasmine Campbell, Choyce Spaulding and Alaina Spaulding. 12 great-grandchildren: 3 sisters: Edna Campbell, of Whiteville, North Carolina, Notre Dame Spaulding, of Lake Waccamaw, North Carolina and a special sister who cared for him during his illness, Irene C. Smith, of Clarkton, North Carolina; 1 brother: Israel Campbell, of Lake Waccamaw, North Carolina; 4 Aunts: Earlene Townsend, Lorene C. Freeman, Pastor Luel M. Campbell and Josephine Campbell; 3 sisters in law: Cecilia Cunningham, Jackie Campbell and Annie Campbell; 2 brothers -in-law Willie (Pap) Jacobs and John Smith. Special friends: Cephas and Annie Jane Spaulding, John Locklear, Jackie Robinson, Thelma Graham, Derby Moore and Israel Garr (like a son). In addition, other survivors include a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

~Obituary~

The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way. Psalm 38: 23

James Wesley Campbell was born September 22, 1934, in Columbus County, North Carolina, to Willie Ernest Campbell and Edith Allene Campbell. He was called to his heavenly home on Sunday, March 24, 2019, at Columbus Regional Healthcare System, Whiteville, North Carolina. He was preceded in death by his wife Clara Irene Jacobs Campbell of 62 years in marriage; his parents Willie Ernest Campbell and Edith Allene Campbell; 2 brothers: Ernest (Bus) Campbell and Mac Arthur Campbell. He accepted Christ at an early age and joined Rehobeth A.M.E. Zion Church, Clarkton North Carolina, where he was a loyal and faithful member. He served as the Preachers Steward for multiple years, a Trustee, and he was a member of the male chorus. Also, he was the father of Rehobeth A.M.E. Zion Church, Clarkton, North Carolina. Wesley attended the Portersville School, Clarkton, North Carolina. After attending school, Wesley became self employed as a farmer in the Farmer’s Union Community. Wesley was well known throughout the community, surrounding areas and known for his generosity. He would help anyone who was in need and provided employment for many on the farm. Wesley had a strong desire to worship Christ and read the word of GOD daily. Wesley was a compassionate individual who loved GOD, his family and friends. He also had a strong work ethic, and if you were around him you had to work. He loved to look good, watch wheel of fortune and other television shows.

~Order of Service~

Reverend Johnas M. Freeman - Officiating

Processional Selection Community Combined Choir

Scriptures Old Testament - Co - Pastor Barbara Campbell

New Testament - Elder Marvin D. Hall

Prayer of Comfort Pastor Avylena Stephens

Choral Response

Solo Ms. Daisy Blanks

Reflections (Limit 2 minutes) Mr. Kevin Kinlaw Cape Fear Farm Credit

Rev. Dr. Florence S. Brown, Presiding Elder of Clarkton District

Rev. A.D. Brown Presiding Elder of Goldsboro District

Mr. Buddy Byrd Columbus County Commissioner

Mr. Kenny Spaulding Retired Farmer’s Union Community Farmer

Mr. Cephas Spaulding Cousin & friend

Ms. Wanda C. Clay Cousin

Solo Victor Graham

Acknowledgments Sister Dorene Evans

Obituary Read Silently

BESDA Resolution Dr. Milton Campbell

Selections Walk with me Lord Eulogy Rev. Harrison J. Branch, Pastor Recessional

Service of Committal and IntermentMitchellFieldCemetery,Clarkton,NorthCarolina