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Allen Campbell Obituary

Campbell, Allen R. "Rambo", Big Al", Captain Al" Age 56, passed away peacefully after a four year courageous battle with stage 4 prostate cancer. Born in Chicago, living in Homer Glen for the past 16 years. Allen was a printer for over 30 years and loved being a Custodian at Lockport Township High School for the past four years. Member of St. Bernard's Church, Homer Glen; a volunteer for EMA, Homer Glen for many years, loved camping, visiting amusement parks, working around the house, staying busy, he always put everyone before himself, loved helping his friends and neighbors, he would give you the shirt off his back! Most importantly, he cherished time spent with his wife, children and especially his granddaughter. Preceded in death by his parents Allen G. and Esther (Venditti) Campbell. Survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Shirley (Johnson) Campbell; three devoted children, Jean (Timothy) Hess, Laura and Jason Campbell; cherished granddaughter, Madison Hess; two sisters, Mary (Ron) Iacono and Anita Bubis; numerous nephews, nieces and many friends also survive. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Campbell family would be appreciated. Services will be held Thursday, February 25, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. in the O'Neil Funeral Home Chapel, 1105 E. 9th (159th) St., Lockport, IL 60441 with Deacon Kevin Ryan of St. Bernard's Church, Homer Glen Officiating. Per Allen's wishes following Services cremation rites will be respectfully addressed. Visitation Wednesday, February 24, 2016 from 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Family and friends can sign the online guestbook and attain directions at: www.oneilfuneralhome.com.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 23, 2016.

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Geraldine Cooper

February 25, 2016

R.I.P Big Al you will be missed by everyone I will never forget you, Fly free with the angels in Heaven, Love you.
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February 25, 2016

To the family of Allen R Campbell
I would like to offer my sincere condolence
for your loss, May god's word at Isa.61:1,2 bring comfort to you all during your time of mourning

February 25, 2016

May you gain the strength to endure this difficult time.
Phillipians 4:6,7

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Kurt Lamping

February 24, 2016

Jeanie,I'm so sorry for you, and your family's loss. You are all in my prayers.

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O'Neil Funeral Home and Heritage Crematory - Lockport

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1105 E. 9th St., Lockport, IL 60441

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