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1937

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2025

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Richard Campbell Obituary

Richard L. Campbell

Richard L. Campbell, 87, of Findlay, passed away Friday, April 11, 2025. He was born in Bairdstown May 5, 1937, to Howard and Dorothy (Barringer) Campbell. On February 21, 1959, he married Loretta Herringshaw, and she preceded him in death July 2, 2020. Richard is survived by his daughter, Tamora (Dave Unverferth) Campbell of Van Buren; son, Lonnie (Cathy) Campbell of North Baltimore; grandchildren, Travis Campbell and Stephanie (Aaron) May; and great-grandchildren, Natalie, Preslie and Taylie.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Loretta; daughter, Dayle Spoon; and grandson, Thaddeus Campbell.

Richard began his working career at National Carbon in Fostoria before moving to Whirlpool Corporation in 1969, working for 30 years before his retirement in 1999. He enjoyed going to flea markets, auctions, and craft shows. Richard was also a woodworker.

Funeral service for Richard will begin at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 17, 2025, at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Findlay, where the family will receive friends from 12 p.m. until time of service. Burial will follow at Weaver Cemetery, Bloom Township.

Online condolences can be expressed to the family by visiting coldrencrates.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Courier on Apr. 15, 2025.

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205 West Sandusky Street, Findlay, OH 45840

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