April 11, 1940 - March 5, 2022

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Bessie Campbell (nee: Decker) announce her peaceful passing on Saturday, March 5th, 2022 at the age of 81 years. Bessie was born in Cook’s Harbour, NL on April 11th, 1940 to proud parents Garland and Dorcas (nee: Downer) Decker where she was lovingly raised with her siblings. On February 3rd, 1959, she married the love of her life, Seymour Campbell and together they raised 7 children.

Bessie will be remembered fondly as a hardworking devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She always welcomed family and friends into her home with open arms whether for a cup of tea, a meal, a chat, a friendly game of cards, a song or a dance. Her beautiful smile will live on in the hearts of many.

Left to mourn with cherished memories are her husband - Seymour, daughters - Elaine (Rick), Karen (Johnny), Bernette (Kayward), Maxine (Dave), Betty (Ken), Deanne (Jeremy), son - Jamie and ex son-in-law Brian. Grandchildren: Justin, Craig, Ashley, Tiffany, Marty, Nadina, Kaylauna, Melissa, Kelly, Mark, Kane, Paige, Tessa, Damien, and Olivia. Great Grandchildren: Siera, Braden, Breah, Kylen, Kira, and Karley as well as a large circle of extended family and close friends.

Greeting her at the gates of heaven are her parents: Garland and Dorcas; siblings Reginald Decker, Maxwell Decker, Margaret Pynn, Myrtle Elliott, Dorothy Anderson, Douglas Decker, Harold Decker, baby Lloyd, Maxine Sandell and Gary Decker and her son-in-laws: Roy Kelloway and Martin Larkin.

The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to everyone who has reached out in any and all ways. Your kindness will never be forgotten.

Visitation to take place from the Anglican Church in Cooks Harbour on Friday, March 11, 2022 from 2-9 pm with the funeral service taking place on Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 11:00 am with Rev. Arthur Kinsella officiating. Interment to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home, St. Anthony, NL.