of Scranton, AR
June 18, 1950 - January 8, 2024
Kirby Lee Campbell, 73, a resident of Scranton passed away Monday, January 8, 2024 in Fort Smith. He was born June 18, 1950 in San Fernando, California to the late Jehu Lee and Margaret June (Wurst) Campbell.
Kirby served in the United States Army National Guard in Booneville for six years. He spent his working years as the Technology Coordinator for the Scranton School District. He retired after 22 years of service. Kirby was a member of the First Baptist Church in Scranton for 45 years. In his spare time, Kirby enjoyed deep sea fishing with Cousin Kenny, building and flying model airplanes, working towards his private pilot's license and hunting and trapping.
In addition to his parents, Kirby was preceded in death by a sister, Sandra Kay Kendrick and husband, Gary.
Survivors include two brothers, Darrell Campbell and wife, Faye of Delaware and Mark Campbell and wife, Sheila of Delaware; two sisters, Karen Sisco and husband, Dennis of Little Rock and Tammi Richardson and husband, Kenny of Greenwood. Kirby was also survived by several extended family members including, John and Donna Shelton of Scranton, Larry and Lisa Shelton of Charleston, Richie and Kristen Shelton of Scranton, Bob and Nikki Shelton and Mike Shelton of Delaware along with many adopted grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, January 11, 2024 at the First Baptist Church in Scranton with Rev. Jan Akins and Rev. Carl Mason officiating. Burial will follow in Wares Chapel Cemetery near Scranton.
Pallbearers will be Larry, Richie, Bob and Mike Shelton, Bryce Willems and Garry Richardson.
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David Rush
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Kirby is remembered by me in HS as a good guy with a great sense of humor but with a serious side. He worked hard at Scranton and the school was lucky to have his dedicated service. I can still see his face in my memories. May the family find peace in a life well lived.
Carolyn Meister
Thursday, January 11, 2024
So sorry to hear about the passing of Kirby what a great person he really was, my kids loved him and he was a great person to them all through their school years and after. Prayers to his family and loved ones.
Janet Grissom
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Prayers of comfort for Kirby's loved ones. I worked with him both at the school and at the Paris Post Office when he was there for a time as a rural carrier associate. He was always pleasant and consistent in his interactions with others, showing his Faith in his everyday life.
Jeannie (Owen) Hamilton
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Kirby was a great friend. He loved to laugh and loved his family. I will miss him. Prayers for the family . I know he will be missed by all.
In Christian Love.
Jeannie
Lee Beshoner
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Thoughts and prayers for all the family.
Amanda
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Ezekiel and Eli will forever be grateful for the moments and memories with you. You’re kindness and love for us over all the years we will always remember your smiles, laughs, and love. I’m so thankful God placed you in their lives! It takes a special person to spend hours upon hours watching countless cartoons and building endless Thomas the Train sets. Zeke’s love for you from infancy on. You were so much more than just a grandparent and I will forever be thankful for all those loving memories of you with all the children and our many political talks and funny conversations over 25+ years. I’m grateful for all the countless pictures and memories. Thank you for the unconditional love to me and your boys.
Bill & Ruthie Burkett
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
So sad to hear of Kirby's passing. We were HS friends, then fishing friends for years. So thankful he knew the Lord and is now with Him!
Praying for his family & many friends.