Jay Howard Campbell

Jay Howard Campbell, 77, of Green Cove Springs, FL., passed from this life on Thursday, July 9, 2020.  Mr. Campbell was born on March 20, 1943 in Troy, New York to the late Howard and Rita Campbell.  He was predeceased by his wife of 47 years, Bonnie Spector Campbell, who passed to the lord November 8, 2012.  Mr. Campbell is survived by three sons, Scott Campbell (Beth); John Campbell; Todd Campbell (Karen); and three grandchildren, Britney Campbell, Noah Campbell and Morgan Campbell.

After graduating from Mount St. Mary’s College, Mr. Campbell served his country honorably as a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Kitty Hawk.  During his service as an F-4 Phantom flight navigation specialist, he co-piloted missions during several tours of duty in Vietnam.  After his military service ended, he started and ran a successful family business for many years before retiring in Green Cove Springs.

Jay was a blessing to all he met and will be remembered most by family and friends for his sense of humor and for being a faithful sports fan.  His kind heart and generous nature will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Funeral arrangements at Jacksonville National Cemetery with military honors have not been finalized at this time and will be announced at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Disabled American Veteran’s organization in memory of Jay H. Campbell.