At Alexandra Marie and General Hospital, on Monday, September 4th, 2023. Gladys Elaine Delight (Johnston) Campbell, of Goderich passed peacefully away in her 93rd year. Pre-deceased by her beloved spouse of 53 years Donald Allan Campbell. Dear mother of Louise Graham, Michele and Larry Gaynor and Kevin and Dianne Campbell. Loving Grandmother/GG to 8 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and 2 great, great grandchildren. Elaine has several surviving nieces and nephews which she cherished.
Pre-deceased by her parents Mary and Stanley Johnston, her siblings Lloyd Johnston and Marjorie Perdue, daughters Donalda and Cynthia and son-in-law Richard Graham.
Elaine was a gifted hairdresser always happy to see her clients and to listen to their stories and concerns. At 80 years of age (down to 6 customers) Elaine gracefully hung up her scissors.
She shared her love, compassion and resilience with everyone in her life. With her smile, we all felt her love and feel truly blessed to have known her.
The family would like to thank the staff at Maitland Manor for the professional, warm and friendly care provided over the last 9 years. Additionally, thank you to the Emergency and ICU staff at AMGH for making her last days comfortable.
Visitation will be held at McCallum and Palla Funeral Home, Goderich from 1:00-2:00 pm on Thursday, September 7th, 2023 with a Funeral Service to follow at 2 pm. Interment Ball’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Alexandra Marine and Hospital Foundation.
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Richard and Anne Catherine Anderson
Louise and Michelle – We were sad to read the news of your mother’s passing. You have our sincere sympathy.
Richard and AC
Sharron Durst
Louise & family,
My sincerest sympathies for the loss of your lovely Mother.
Cecelia Denomme
Dear family – With special thoughts – and with special remembering – Elaine –
With sympathy – Cecelia Denomme
Dianne Dobie
Michelle, Larry and Family,
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Ken and Shirley Boyce
Louise..l was saddened to see that your dear mom has passed and our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Sending our condolences and big hugs..Ken and Shirley xo
Nancy Park
.Elaine’s smile would light up a room. My mother taught Elaine (I think #16 East Wawanosh) and always said she was such a sweet happy little girl who was always so kind. When mom and Elaine would meet they would have a good visit reminiscing. My deepest sympathy to all.
Heather Ford
Louise, Alana, Chad, Angie, Adam, Curtis and families. I am deeply saddened by the passing of your mum and grandmother/GG. I had the honour of meeting Elaine 44 years ago when her daughter Louise married my brother, Richard. I will always remember her welcoming and friendly nature. When my children and I would visit Louise and Richard, Elaine always made a point of coming over to their house to ask how my drive out from Manitoba was. Elaine was an amazing cook and baker; my personal favourites were her peach cobbler and lemon meringue pie. I can still picture Elaine taking her dogs for walks – more like runs for the dogs. The dogs would get tired and Elaine would scoop them up in her arms and she never missed a step. If you never saw Elaine walking the dogs, her pace was more of a slow jog than a walk. Elaine will be missed by all who knew her. She always had a smile and kind words to say to everyone. Heather Ford (Louise’s sister-in-law/Richard’s sister) from Manitoba
Pat & Bob Desjardins
to Elaine’s family
While we know there is great sadness in the loss of your Mom/Grandma, there is comfort too in the memories of the amazing life she lived and her contributions to the fabric of your family. Know our thoughts are with all of you. Thinking of you all at this sad time
Mike and Val (Park) Bendig
Louise and family: sincere condolences to all of your mother’s family and friends. Thinking of you at this difficult time. Mike and Val Bendig and family.
Michelle Gaynor
So sorry to hear of the passing of Elaine. Elaine (and Don) were the nicest and kindest people you would ever want to meet and they passed these traits along to all of their children. A totally amazing family. They loved raising and racing their standardbreds and provided them with retirement homes when their racing days were over. My Gerry drove many of their horses and he always said you would never find better owners to drive for. Rest in peace, Elaine. I imagine your reunion with Don and your girls was amazing.
Joanne (Crozier) Bushell
Mother (Ila) always enjoyed her visits with Elaine when she had her hair done many years ago. Please accept my sympathy and treasure all the memories you have of her.