Joe Campbell

Joe Allen Campbell was born on Thursday, August 15th, 1946, and departed this Earth on Monday, October 5th, 2026, at his home surrounded by those who love him. He was preceded in death by his grandparent's Sam Robuck, Melbiney Robuck, his parent's Louis Campbell and Junita Rogers, and his younger brother James Earl Rogers.

He leaves several family members to cherish his memory. His wife of 53 years Virginia Campbell, daughters Sevinia Campbell & spouse Jo Cain, Crystal McDonald & spouse Bobby McDonald, Sarah Campbell & Son-in-Law Russell Ruthart. Grandsons/Sons Dakota Hopper & spouse Kalie LeForce, and Hunter Hopper. Granddaughters Skyler Ruthart & spouse Dakota Davis, Felicity Ruthart & spouse Nathan Eskew, and extended Grandson Krayton Mills. Great grandchildren Kartor & Kalia Hopper, Stetson Eskew, Saylor Hopper, and Willow Davis. Siblings John William (JW) Campbell, Hueelen Merrell, Brenda Mitchell & spouse Dan, Mayrene (Bigen) Mitchell & spouse Norman, Fayrene (PeeWee) Merrell & spouse Jimmy, Chuck Rogers, and Christine Fines. He is also survived by a large loving host of extended family members and close friends.

He devoted himself fully to his family, always doing whatever was needed to support and care for them. His presence brought a constant source of comfort no matter the hour or circumstance. He always showed up with unwavering love and reliability. He had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and spent much of his life immersed in nature. Whether he was hunting, fishing, or gathering muscadines for the homemade brew he proudly shared, he always found happiness in the outdoors. Those experiences reflected his bond with nature and his family. His love for these traditions became part of the memories and experiences that everyone cherishes.

A funeral service will be on Friday, October 9, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Kevin Johns officiating. A visitation will be held Thursday, October 8, 2026 from 6:00 to 8:pm at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel. Arrangements are entrusted to the Bowser Family Funeral Home in Broken Bow, Oklahoma.