Harold "Joe" Granville Campbell Sr.
Harold “Joe” Granville Campbell, Sr., of Amherst, Virginia passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Joe was born in Amherst County on June 9, 1935 to the late Harold Ivon Campbell and Virginia Lucille Campbell. Joe was a retired tire technician for Lynchburg Tire. Joe is survived by his loving wife Le-Jean Mae Hendricks Campbell. Joe is survived by his loving children: H.G. Campbell, Jr., Debbie Jean Campbell, and Cheryl Campbell Peters (David Ray).
In addition to his parents Joe was also preceded in death by his brothers Hayward "Bud" Campbell, Sheckley Campbell (Betty), his sisters Cleola C. James (Ashton), Sandra C. Maddox (survived by Kenny), Betty C. Babish (Herb)
Vera C. Cash (Cecil); brother-in-laws Charlie and Dick Campbell; and sister-in-law Teresa Campbell and one great-granddaughter Lucille Mae Hansen.
Along with his children he is survived by his brothers, Ivon Campbell (Linda), Horatio "Ray" Campbell (Mary), and Ted Campbell; his sisters Ina C. Waterman, Beatrice Campbell, Joyce Campbell, and Belinda C. Fortune (Tommy). He leaves behind a cherished legacy. In addition to his children and siblings he also leaves behind the following grandchildren: Sabrina Campbell, Adam Campbell, Amy Peters Flowe , Elizabeth P. Decker (Tim), Nathan Peters (Traci), and Lori P. Hansen (Jason). Joe is also survived by 19 great grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews.
Joe was not only a tire technician, he also worked many years as a logger. He was a child of God. He was always willing to give his time and money for different ministries at church. He loved baseball, racing, fishing, and camping. He loved wood working. He was always making picture frames for family and friends. He was the No. 1 fan for his children, grandchildren, and his great-grandchildren. He loved old cars and tractors and he loved working on them. He was always ready to give a helping hand and he was a great teacher. He taught his family many valuable lessons that they will take with them for the rest of their lives.
The family gives a heartfelt thank you, to the Centra Hospice team.
A chapel service will be held at Driskill Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 starting at 2:00 pm with visitation one hour prior at 1:00 pm. Burial is to follow the service at the Campbell Family Cemetery off Route 608. Rev. Dr. Timothy Decker will be officiating. Norris Funeral Services – Driskill Chapel is serving the family.
