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James VanCamp Obituary
Van Camp, USA, Ret.
November 25, 1932
September 12, 2023
James P. Van Camp passed away peacefully at home in Monument, Colorado on September 12th, 2023. He was born in Williamson, West Virginia to Paul and Mary Jane Van Camp. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, Joseph L. Van Camp. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Erika; his son, James T. (Elisabeth) Van Camp; daughter, Susan E. (Karl) Bring; grandchildren: Arden Bring and Kathleen Bring; sister, Janellyn Whittier; and brothers: John Van Camp and Jerold Van Camp.
Jim received a BSC in Commerce from Ohio University, with honors as a Distinguished Military Student, and was Commissioned as an Infantry Second Lieutenant in the Regular Army.
Colonel Van Camp served in the U.S. Army in Germany where he met his wife, Erika, and served in Korea and Vietnam. He held numerous leadership positions and assignments with the 1st Ranger Battalion, 75th Infantry, the 11th and 82nd Airborne Divisions, 1st Cavalry Division, Special Forces, and Special Operations units throughout his career. His decorations and awards include the Legion of Merit with Oak Leaf Cluster, Meritorious Service Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, Army Commendation Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, Army Achievement Medal, Master Parachutist and Expert Infantryman Badge.
He served our community as a member of the North Colorado Springs Rotary Club, was recognized for outstanding service to the spiritual development of Catholic Youth in the Boy Scouts of America, and received honors as a Fourth Degree of the Knights of Columbus. An accomplished musician, he supported the arts in Colorado Springs and belonged to the Theater Guild in Germany. Jim was an avid outdoors-man. He climbed Pikes Peak and several other Colorado "Fourteeners" with Erika, and enjoyed hunting and fishing.
A rosary will be held at 9:30 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 22, 2023 at St. Peter Catholic Church, 55 Jefferson St., Monument, CO 80132. A committal service with military honors will follow at 1:30 p.m. at Shrine of Remembrance Mausoleum, Gate of Heaven, 1730 E. Fountain Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80910.
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CPT James T McConnell
March 9, 2024
I served with LTC Van Camp when he commanded 14th Supply and Service Battalion, V Corps Support Command in US Army Europe, Hanau Germany. LTC Van Camp was an outstanding commander. He was a soldier's soldier for whom I have/had great respect. His military record speaks for his wide breadth of service. I will never forget him.
My condolences to his wife Erika for her service over long years. Leb wohl, Erika
Bob Cook
February 22, 2024
Lt. Col. Van Camp was my Bn. Commander while I was assigned to B Company 14th S&S in Baumholder Germany. He was a great leader and a truely great man. We still have the stuffed animal he and Erika brought to celebrate my daughters birth in 1970. Very special couple. Thanks for the memories.
AJ Pittock - Nephew
November 24, 2023
Uncle Jimmie was a true American Hero. He served our country well. I learned so much from him. He taught me how to survive when you have nothing. He came from nothing and had everything a real man needs. Love of his family, honor and integrity. We will miss this strong and intelligent man. A person everyone should try to be like. He had few if any faults.
Jerold & Susan Ogami-Van Camp
September 19, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Mary Cavanaugh
September 19, 2023
I have such great memories of Jim at our Rotary meetings. He had a gift for telling a good story and was always so positive! A great man has left us. I'm sorry for your loss.
Scott Perry
September 17, 2023
I always enjoyed Jim´s wonderful sense of humor and positive outlook. A great man with many many wonderful accomplishments.
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