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[ in memoriam ]

Harold F. Campbell, Jr. John Leon
1929 – 2022 1971– 2022
Harold F. Campbell, Jr passed away on March 1st 2022 at CLERMONT- John Leon, 51,
the outstanding age of 92. His sparkling blue eyes and the passed away peacefully on April 12,
love in his heart will be missed. 2022 after a courageous battle with
Born the day of The Great Crash, October 29th, 1929, pancreatic cancer. He was born April
in Mt. Kisco, New York, he was raised in Chappaqua 5, 1971 in Camden, NJ at Our Lady
living in various homes, including one on the Reader’s Digest property. of Lords Hospital, the son of John J. Leon and Mary S.
He would go on to raise his own family in Chappaqua, moving to Somers,
New York 15 years ago. (Bussian) Kertman.
As his father stated, “My footprints are all over Chappaqua and Shorty’s are John graduated from Washington Township High School,
right on top of them”. Shorty, as his parents and others referred to him way way Sewell, NJ Class of 1989. Following graduation, he achieved
back, joined his father’s Land Surveying business in the mid-1950s bringing in a Bachelor of Science in Surveying Engineering Technology.
his Civil Engineering degree. Many in the greater Chappaqua area will find his After graduation, He married Michelle (Henry) Hines
famous signature on their home surveys and maps. on June 5, 1999 in Medford, NJ at the Cathedral in the
During the Korean War, while stationed at the Chateauroux Airforce Base in Woods. They celebrated 22 years of marriage in June 2021.
France, he met the love of his life at a local dance hall. Marie Therese Christin John was an avid (some may say rabid) sports fan and loved
of Sassenage, France. She spoke no English and his French was bad, but they everything Philly!! The Flyers were the team he was most
married on an August day. After his time in the service, they returned to create passionate about, but the Eagles, Phillies and the Wings
a home in Chappaqua. He called her the love of his life and no one was more
beautiful to him. were all near and dear to his heart. Being such a sports fan,
he was a volunteer in all his children’s activities, including
A proud father of his three children: Therese Olson (Gary), Michael H. football, baseball, softball, lacrosse, Girl Scouts and more.
Campbell (Susan) and Jacqueline Putman (Greg). He showed the utmost love,
pride and wonder for all his grandchildren: Nicole Lappe, Dylan Lappe, Cara John was the best cookie mom there was!! John himself was
Serby, Chris Olson, Michael J. Campbell, Conner Putman and Taylor Putman. an avid runner, completing countless 5Ks, ½ marathons
He was amazed with his five great grandchildren. They are going to miss their and full marathons, many for charity organizations. He also
Poppi and hold all his love in their hearts. earned the level of 2nd degree Black Belt in Mixed Martial
Harold travelled the world with his wife, and after her passing with his children Arts. He was an integral part of a volunteer group named
and their families. He has definitely passed on his inquisitiveness to his kids. He Runners Ready, helping MMA students train to complete
shared his stories and memories with us all; from his adventures in Chappaqua, the endurance running required to be eligible to test for their
his antics on his uncle’s farm in Vermont, his college days at Trine University in black belts. John was a friend to everyone, and would help
Indiana, his time in France, his life with his wife and all their travels. We thank anyone, all while busting their stones!
his Cousin Ann Wentink for her daily calls to him and Maria Elena Botero for
her care of him in his later years. John was predeceased by his grandparents, Joseph Leon,
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Mt. Kisco Victoria (Vettese) Leon, Daniel Bussian, Mary (Tighe)
Interfaith Food Pantry www.mountkiscofoodpantry.org or your own local food Bussian. Surviving, in addition to his wife, Michelle (Henry)
pantry. In addition, please have some chocolate ice cream in his memory. Leon, are his daughter, Nicole Hines (Joseph Pinizzotto) of
Williamstown NJ, sons Dante and Marco, of Clermont
Posted online on March 02, 2022 and his grandson Bentley, age 4, three sisters, Tania Leon
Published in The Journal News Dubb (Bill Dubb) of Sewell, NJ, Heather Kertman of Point
Pleasant Beach, NJ, Leslie Kertman (Dale Whittington) of
Editor’s note: Harold served as NYSAPLS Vice President from 1975-1976. Sarasota, FL, one brother, Rich of Cherry Hill, NJ, nieces
We found this great photo of Harold with his fellow officers on the cover of and nephews, Nico, Noah and Calista and many aunts,
the March/April 1975 issue of the Empire State Surveyor. We are so very uncles and cousins.
thankful for his service to our organization and offer our sincere condolences
to the Campbell family. A viewing was held on Friday, 4/15 at Becker Funeral
Home in Clermont, FL. A funeral service was also held on
Saturday 4/16; interment at Oak Hill Cemetery, Clermont.
From left to right: Treasurer,
Roy H. Pauli; Secretary, Charles A memorial service was also held at Egizi Funeral Home in
E. Hartnett; Executive Vice Turnersville, NJ on April 30 for friends and family in NJ.
President, John E. McIntosh, John requested no formal attire and asks for friends and
Jr.; Vice President, Harold F.
Campbell, Jr.; President Richard family to celebrate him in their favorite team’s sports attire.
J. Cogliandro and Trustee, Bonus points if it is a Philly team!
Lindsay M. Boutelle. Missing
from picture: Trustees Robert G. To honor John’s memory, remember to live life with kindness,
Cross and Donald W. Selee. humor, fine meals and good beer. Those who wish to support
John’s wife and children may do so at https://gofund.
me/72c61d15
Although the loss is immeasurable, so is the love left behind.

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