Daniel Lee Campbell Obituary in Knoxville at Unity Mortuary

Obituary For Daniel Lee Campbell

Daniel ‘Dan’ Lee Campbell, 81, was born on April 14, 1943, in Knoxville, Tennessee to the late Robert and Margaret Campbell. Dan departed this life on Friday, August 2, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents: Robert (Margaret) Campbell; son, Kevin Dewayne Campbell; siblings, Mary K. Dorsey, Carolyn Kyle, Sharon Rachel, Samuel Campbell, Robert Lee Campbell and Ronnie Eugene Campbell Sr. He leaves to cherish his memories a loving daughter, Ingrida Campbell; a devoted partner, caregiver, and long time friend, Rosalyn Pool; grandson, Marcus Campbell; great-granddaughter, ZaNari Campbell (all from Knoxville, TN); sisters Nancy Dorsey (Atlanta, GA), Joellen Campbell, Ezelia (Ronnie) Nelson (both of Knoxville, TN) and Ruth Stinson (Flushing, NY); 4 step-daughters; 2 bonus daughters, 4 bonus grand-daughters, a bonus great grand-daughter; 2 step-sons, 6 bonus grandsons; numerous nieces and nephews; other family members and friends.

Dan was a proud and decorated Veteran of the US Army serving during the Vietnam War. A recipient of the Purple Heart Medal of Honor and earned the rank of SSG. He was a member of The Tennessee National Guard, a member of the 1/278 ACR Unit and the Honor Guard. Dan was employed with Alcoa Aluminum Plant, Alcoa, TN for several years. Dan was an active, dedicated member of Austin High Class of 1961.

Receiving of Friends and Family will occur on Saturday, August 10, 2024, Unity Mortuary, at 11:00 a.m. with the Funeral Services beginning at 12 noon. Burial services will occur on Monday, August 12, 11:00 a.m., Sherwood Gardens, Alcoa Hwy., Alcoa, TN. The service will conclude with military honors and dove release in his honor.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the caring staff of Unity Mortuary. www.unitymortuary1979.com

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My condolences to the family. Sorry I found out too late to attend the services. Carol M Allen

I've only known Dan a short time, but in that time, I got to know what a wonderful person he was. He'd always have a story to tell and boy could he sing. I know he's having a blast right now up in heaven.🕊🖤 Dan will be missed deeply. Rosalyn and Campbell family, my condolences to your family. It was a privilege to be one of Dan's Caregivers. Sending love and prayers as you grieve and heal. Keep in touch. ~Melissa Smith

My condolences to Rosalyn and the entire Campbell family. Dan would call Mr Campbell and ask for me just to aggravate him we got to kick out of double teaming him. I will miss talking to him. Mary

My condolences bro the entire Campbell family. Dan used to call Mr. Campbell and ask for me made Mr. Campbell and lol. We used to gang up on him 🤣🤣. I will miss talking to him. But now they are together again no pain just living in God's glory. Love you guys Mary

My condolences to the Campbell family & loved ones. This man was very kind & hard worker. I will always keep the good memories in my heart. I still have my first leather (tan) coat he bought me in middle school. He often bought me bags of Willy Wonka chocolate bars etc. too. I'm sure he did kind deeds for others. I'm 61 yrs young now. He was heavy on my mind Thursday, 8/1/2024. I planned to visit the next day to play him Grover Washington, Jr from my phone because he played the saxophone 🎷🎷 too back in the day. Last year, he seemed so positive when I visited him. I talked him into trying healing herbs/oils. He said he would not swallow anything but would rub on his skin😘 😊. I told him his name holds power like DANIEL IN THE LIONS DEN!!! He nodded his head & smiled. My life interrupted & I never made it back to him. BLESS HIS HEART ❤️ and Rest in Peace. 😥 With Peace & Love, Stepdaughter Melanie Brown

Ingrida and the Campbell family so sorry for your loss. Alberta

Our sincere sympathy to Dan's family from the members of our high school class. Dan was loved by all and we shall always remember and miss him. Austin High School Class of 1961

We were friends for over 45 years. Considered him a dear friend and brother. He was true military hero. Knowing him has been an honor. May God bless the family. I will miss him.

I knew Dan for more than 30 years. A great guy and fun to be around.

Love and prayers to that Campbell family It has been a honor to be his caregiver. I appreciated his many jokes and conversation. He taught me a lot.
Sandra Cardwell