Kenneth Campfield Obituary in Augusta at Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home

Obituary For Kenneth Campfield

Mr. Kenneth Campfield, 73, of Hephzibah, Georgia, entered eternal rest on Monday, March 20, 2023, at the Burke Health Medical Center, Waynesboro, Georgia. Born October 4, 1949, he was the second of three children born to the late Mr. James Campfield and Madeline Wilkerson Campfield in Asbury Park, New Jersey. The first child died at childbirth. Kenneth and his brother, Jerry, lost their biological mother at an early age. The two boys were sent down south to their devoted grandmother, the late Mrs. Margaret Elizabeth Wilkerson, in Allendale, South Carolina, so that they would not be separated. The State of New Jersey placed the two boys under the supervision of a loving aunt, the late Mrs. Lottie Taylor of Jamaica, New York who mothered and ensured the boys were provided the love, support and training they would need in order to make a mark upon history.

Kenneth received his early education from Carroll Vincent Bing Elementary and High School in Allendale, South Carolina, graduating third in his class with honors, May 1967. Kenneth also received teachings, spiritual training, and wisdom from his grandmother. In high school, Kenneth excelled in his educational and athletic pursuits. Kenneth played all school sports which included basketball, football, baseball, and track and field. Kenneth was a dedicated member of his High School Choir and Marching Band.

In September of 1967, Kenneth enrolled at Paine College Augusta, Georgia and received a B. S. Degree (Biology) in May, 1971. He also furthered his studies at Augusta State College in Augusta, Georgia.

He retired in 2011 as a Senior Technical Training Manager at the Westinghouse Savannah River Site, Department of Energy Tritium Facility after thirty-five years of employment.

He was a lifelong member of Macedonia CME Church, Allendale, South Carolina where he served in many capacities including Chairman of the Board of Stewards, member of the Senior Choir, Senior Usher, Sunday School Superintendent, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees. He was instrumental in implementing the “Be Thou Removed” forum for the Men’s Ministry formulated to address experiences, fears and support for one another regarding prostate cancer and other diseases which affect men. He also served as a delegate to the General and Annual CME Conferences. Mr. Campfield was a 33rd degree Mason and a Past Grand Master of Masons for Smooth Ashlar Grand Lodge in the state of Georgia. He also served in many capacities on state and national levels.

He was Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Kenneth Campfield Community Outreach Foundation, Inc. a non-profit organization in the state of Georgia. He dedicated his life to helping everyone and his commitment is known worldwide. His vision was to help foster programs that would enhance people’s lives in our communities. He developed relationships with many community-based organizations, community action groups, faith-based ministries, foundations, and corporate enterprises to enhance corporate team work, partnerships, and collaboration.

Mr. Campfield’s legacy will be cherished by his wife of twenty-six years, Charlotte; brothers, David and Jerome (Julia) Campfield, sisters, Valerie (Tyree) Haslip and Beverly Gail (Will) Jones, sisters-in-love, Pamela Barnes and Bettie (Tossie) Colley; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins along with extended family members and close friends.

A celebration of life will be Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Trinity Christian Methodist Episcopal Church (2930 Glenn Hills Drive-Augusta, GA). Public viewing and visitation will be Friday, March 31, 2023, from 5PM-7PM at Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, GA. (706) 790-8858.

Mr. Campfield was a true humanitarian whose life is a testament of his compassion and benevolence to this world. He will be sorely missed.

The service for Mr. Campfield can be viewed at the link provided: https://www.facebook.com/3618PeachOrchardRd

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Cynthia Neal sent Garden of Memories for Kenneth Campfield - March 30, 2023

Rest in Heaven my Brother From Cynthia Neal, Bobby &Ketra Cunningham and Gerrad Davis In memory of your friend Aliman Butler Neal,SR

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Harold Poindexter Sr. sent Basket Arrangement of Mixed White Flowers for Kenneth Campfield - March 30, 2023

With love and Prayers:
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Sara Morey sent Eternal Peace Basket for Kenneth Campfield - March 29, 2023

Dear Beverly and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Love, LRHS Admin Team

Deaion Astin sent America the Beautiful for Kenneth Campfield - March 28, 2023

On behalf of the brothers of Piney Grove 585 District 15, our deepest condolences.

I'm gonna miss you my buddy

I'm gonna miss you my BUDDY

I'm going to miss you my buddy .

I was deeply saddened to hear about Kenny passing. We literally worked side-by-side for many years at SRS as instructors. On many occasions we worked together well into the night during the startup of the Replacement Tritium Facility (RTF). The successful startup of RTF was largely attributed to his instructions. He was a gifted instructor who always found a way to add humor to his presentations.
He has touched and inspired the lives of his students and colleagues. He will surely be missed.
May God strengthen Mrs. Campfield and family as you mourn his loss.
Eddie L. Hart

Sis. Campfield,you and your family are certainly in my prayers during this difficult time. I will continue to prayer with you as you heal from your loss.

My condolences to the family of such a wonderful person. May God give you all peace, understanding, strength, and comfort during this time, and in the days that lie ahead. May you all cherish each memorable moment, because those memories will be your most valuable asset.
Shameka Miles

The Silver Foxes will miss there "Lone Wolf ". "Rest well Lone Wolf"....Narnell M Blockson.

Uncle Kenny we will miss you dearly. I appreciate everything you did for us and the kiddos. We are so grateful to be part of the family. DeVonte and the kids will miss you. Auntie Bea we love you and send hugs and kisses to you and everyone.

Sis. Campfield:
We wish to extend our deepest condolences on the passing of Bro. Campfield. We are grateful for the connection and keeping you/family in our prayers and thoughts. May God give you strength during this difficult time and days ahead.
Hawes Family (Dora, Stanley Jr. & Stanley Sr.)

My Deepest Sympathy and Condolences to Brother Kenneth Campfield Jr. /G\ May God give you all the strength to endure your loss. God Bless .....

To the family, I am so sorry to hear of Kenny's passing. We worked together for many years, and he was always a joy and shining light to be around. Kenny was always full of joy and laughter, ready to teach and train us, and always with respect and reverence, for God. Rest in peace, my friend, and you will be missed on this earth! Pamela Glover

Kenneth was a friend and big brother to me. I am sending my condolences and prayers to the family. Kenneth believed in treating everyone with respect and kindness. He is going to be missed but never forgotten. He has gone home to be with God in heaven.
Mitchell Glover & Family

🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿💔💔💔😥😥😥🌹🌹🌹 from your cousin Barbara Wilkerson Shipman R.I.P 💋

Dear Grand Master Kenneth Campfield, You are the Grand Master of our family and we all will miss you more than can be imagined. Your life has been a reflection of the values and love instilled in you by our grandmother Lizzie "Hammie" Wilkerson and her daughter Lottie Mae "Wilkerson" Taylor. You are a role model for all of our family and we love you for keeping us on the right path, knowing our family history and sticking together as a family through thick and thin. It is difficult to imagine our lives going forward without you here among us to keep us laughing and praying together. Your absence will make all our lives different from this day forward, but we all know you are watching over us all. You are now one of the ancestors you so often researched, presented in dramatization and talked to us about constantly. You said we should know our ancestors and not forget where we come from...now we will tell the next generation of descendants who you are and what a wonderful impact you had on this family. We love you forever, Your Family