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Robert Campbell Obituary

Robert Wesley Campbell, "Barnacle Bob", was born April 28, 1945 in Leon, Iowa to Frances and Harvey Campbell. He died at home in his sleep June 7, 2005 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Bob grew up on his parents' farm near Lamoni, Iowa with his brother Ken. He was a lifelong member of the Community of Christ. Bob graduated with his Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Education in 1968 from Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. Bob was drafted into the U.S. Army and served in Vietnam from 1968 to 1970 as a trombonist in the band.During his professional career, Bob worked for several computer and electronics corporations across the country and retired from Digital Equipment Corporation in Colorado Springs.Bob was a kind, gentle and intuitive person who was thoughtful and loving to his family and often went out of his way to help his friends. He was an active person who loved being outdoors and working with his hands. He was mechanically inclined and enjoyed working on cars, as well as photography, music, art and cooking.Bob loved Colorado Springs, the Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak. He lived in the area for 26 years and made many friends in this community. He was a prominent member of the Hash House Harriers, a worldwide running organization where he had many friends and was known as Barnacle Bob. He was a good runner and enjoyed worldwide traveling for Hasher events.Bob was in the process of building his longtime dream home when he died. Bob is survived by his brother, Ken, and sister-in-law, Cindy; their two daughters: Elena Barbre and Jenny Ser, and their husbands: Blaze Barbre and Mike Ser; one great niece, Juliana Ser; and three great nephews: Zachary and Noah Barbre and Jason Ser.

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Published by The Gazette on Jun. 28, 2005.

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Erik Watts

July 6, 2005

Bob was a character. He was more than a client for our firm, he was a friend. It was my pleasure to meet him and do the three lot subdivision where his dream home is being constructed.



Our deepest sympathy is extended to his family. Go with God Bob. I'll miss you.

Diane Nowak

June 30, 2005

Bob was one of those people you could never forget. I've known Bob for about 18 years, but it was only a spur of the moment thing except when we had the "Chicken Fly" camp out in Guffey at The Cabin. That is how I would like to remember Bob, At the Cabin.

Kitty "Lowlife"

June 30, 2005

Dear Barnacle, What can I say that we haven't already said to each other face-to-face. I'm going to miss your great hugs and lots of other things about you. You were one of my favorite "Springers" and would have enjoyed many more hashes together. Sorry this won't be able to continue. You are now a member of the special Heaven H3. My condolences go to your family.

Marilyn VanOrnum

June 29, 2005

Ken and Cindy, I have know Bob since college. We met in North Dakota while he was custom combining. We have kept in contact every year on each other's birthdays. I would like very much to talk with you and share some memories. You may email or call my home # 612-379-4053

Harvey LeCato

June 28, 2005

A Hasher compadre. I'll always remember his quiet and friendly demeanor. Wished I'd spent more times "on trail" with him.

On-On amigo, "G A"

John Glisson

June 28, 2005

Though I had only known Bob for 5 years, we became good friends. I will miss him.

Briggs Barggren

June 28, 2005

Bob was a dear firend that I will miss for the rest of my life. Always outgoing and friendly, Bob made friends wherever he went. He was always eager to help in so many ways, and always had a smile and/or a cold beer for me when I would stop at his house on my way home. Bob's horn will be heard on trail forever. ON-ON, Barnacle.

Bruce "Nips" Huber

June 28, 2005

Like Will Rogers, Barnacle Bob never met a harrier, especially a harriette, he didn't like. He was always the first to greet new harriers and make them feel comfortable.

Jay Terleski

June 28, 2005

Bob and I were good friends for many many years, sharing camping, motorcycling, running adventures, and vacations together.

He will be missed. I only wish I had been able to know about his services and say "good-bye old friend"



Would any of the family please call or email me. I would like to talk to you.

Jay 972 203 2008 is my work phone

Frank Reiff

June 28, 2005

Best wishes and sympathy to Bob's Family. Godspeed Bob.

Carol and Mary Perdue

June 28, 2005

Our hearts and thoughts go to Bob's family at this difficult time.

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