Vincent M. Campbell, Sr., 60, of St. Petersburg, Florida died on Sunday, July 25, 2010 at his home. He was born in Portland, Maine to the late Arthur and Leona Beckwith Campbell. Vincent "Batman" Campbell was a soldier, husband, father, and a believer in the truth, but he was more than that to so many. Vince was a great friend and an accomplished motorcyclist and bike show enthusiast and judge. His beloved Harley-Davidson “Pearl” winning 108 trophies under Vince’s amazing eye for detail and appearance. He and his wife, Diann, became a mainstay in the local biking community, hosting countless benefits, bike rides, and working tirelessly for Rider Now Magazine.
Vince will be missed by everyone whose life he touched and those he rode with on the highways. For he was a great man; one who was there for you during both the good times and the bad. To have Vince as a friend or to have been loved by him, made you a truly blessed person.
He is survived by his wife of 11 years, Diann Kalbach Campbell, of St. Petersburg, FL; his daughter, April (Mike) Lazarus of Belton, TX; his son, Vincent M. Campbell, Jr. of St. Petersburg, FL; three grandchildren: Lee-Ann and Michael Wayne Lazarus of Belton, TX, and Vincent M. Campbell, III of St. Petersburg, FL; sister, Amy Campbell; and brothers: Leo Campbell and Dennis Campbell.
Services are scheduled from Park Place Wesleyan Church, 4400 70th Avenue N., Pinellas Park, FL on Friday, July 30, 2010 at 11am. Friends and family visitation from 10-11am prior to the service. Interment with military honors will follow from Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL
I will miss the times,the bike nights and the funny times…..Vince was a good man…. your pal Bob MR 470
I love you coz.
I will always remember you as the soldier that you were. Your courage has been an inspiration to me. Rest in peace
Love you, my heart goes out to Diann and all the family xoxo
Love you, my heart goes out to Diann and all the family xoxo
Pam and I are deeply sorry for your loss. We pray for your comfort, strength. Vincent was a very good person, we loved knowing him and you. Bless you and family. Gary and Pam Prince
Prayers for Peace and Strength to Diann.Know that I am here for you.
Batman I will miss our chats about riding and sharing our LOVE for Harleys…. Your “SPIRIT” is Free My Neighbor and Friend . Diann you are in my thoughts and Prayers, Your Neighbor DEE
Vince will be missed, Diann our thoughts and prayers will be with you and family.
Vince was a great guy who will be missed by many.My prayers to Di, Bubba,April, and his brothers and sister.I will always remember how Vince made me laugh and all of the fun and crazy times we had together.Vince I love you and miss you until we meet again.
Although I haven’t seen cousin Vincent in decades, I send my love and sympathy from Maine to all of you.
Vince was a great guy who will be missed by many.My prayers to Di, Bubba,April, and his brothers and sister.I will always remember how Vince made me laugh and all of the fun and crazy times we had together.Vince I love you and miss you until we meet again.
We will alwaysremember fight nights an penny poker,wish there were more.Our heart goes out to Diann and family WE LOVE YOU.
To Diann and family-so sorry to hear of Vince’s passing. Sadly, it has been years since I’ve seen him, but it sounds like a truely good man is loved and will be greatly missed. Our sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family from his cousin n Maine.
im gonna miss you making fun of my accent..iwas glad that i could be there sat night..with you and to help diane..i held your hand and told you that you have alot of friends that loved you..till we meet again
It was a privilege knowing Vince. I’ll have the memory of the day Loser, Tumbleweed & I came to visit you in the VA & your laughter at our jokes. Please know that Di will be looked after by all of your family & friends. You both are very much loved. Until we meet again … Hugs 2 U … Marcie
I work with Diann, never met Vince, but it has always been clear to see the love and affection Diann has for him. Diann, you are in my prayers. Thank you Vince for your service to your country, may you rest in peace.
I work with Diann, never met Vince, but it has always been clear to see the love and affection Diann has for him. Diann, you are in my prayers. Thank you Vince for your service to your country, may you rest in peace.
As we move towards are own version of a family reunion here in Maine, it saddens us to learn of Vincent’s passing. While being the youngest, I have no memories of our cousin Vincent, but my sympathies go out the his family and friends.
Thinking of you and your family Diann. May all the wonderful memories you have comfort you through this difficult time. Know that Vince is now at peace and watching over you all. With much love Joanne xxx
Diann and family, although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer. May the love of those around you help you through this difficult time. Thoughts and prayers are you with you and family. Marlice
What can we honestly say that would make things better that has not already been said so well except that we will be here for the family like we always have been.
I am glad to have had the priveledge of having good times and making great memories with Batman just like my mom did growing up with him. I can only imagine what a fun cousin he was to her. He was an incredible Uncle to me who I wish I could have spent more time with. But the memories I have of him will never fade and he will always be alive in my heart. My heart goes out tp Diann, I love you and will help ya out with anything you need, I know this time is rough. But just know that he is with you always Diann, watching over you and taking care of you whether you know it or not. Remember the good times and he shall live forever.
Many years have passed since I last saw Vincent, more than I care to remember. Our life path crossed alot when we were young and our parents were our childrens age. I always smile whenever I thought of my cousin, even to this day. I will regret not having him in my life the past few decades, and maybe there is a life lesson in there for me as well. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. It was good that he loved and was loved.
Sparkles,Batman(Vince) & Family & Friends
During this time may the sweet memories of
Vince fill your heart.
if your soul needs to shed some tears
let them flow
… if a laugh creeps in Give yourself that Gift
May time be your friend and give you compfort.
Batman, you will be deeply missed in “our” biker family
Kitty
Sparkles,Batman(Vince) & Family & Friends
During this time may the sweet memories of
Vince fill your heart.
if your soul needs to shed some tears
let them flow
… if a laugh creeps in Give yourself that Gift
May time be your friend and give you compfort.
Batman, you will be deeply missed in “our” biker family
Kitty
I only knew you guys, Batman and Sparkles, for a couple of days there at Bay Pines. It was a privilege — you are good people, and Diann, I am so sorry that Vince is gone. I hope for nothing but open roads and clear skies and no bugs in your future.
Warmest regards and condolences —
Jon McPhee
Vince, my brother, my friend, and above and beyond my absolute hero! Mom & Dad are happy to have him and he is happy to be with Cricket once again.
As we all hold tightly to our numbers this just goes to show when it’s up someone just lost one of the most important people in their lives.
Kinda feels odd being the only one left that gives a damn in OUR original Campbell family.
I love you all my wonderful family.
Sassie aka Amy
VINCE MY BROTHER AND BEST FRIEND,HOW WE HAD SO MANY GOOD TIME’S TALIKING ABOUT THE PAST MILITARY DUTIES WE DID..IAM SO SORRY I DID NOT SEE U ONE LAST TIME IN JULY WHEN I WAS DOWN THERE IN FL…YOUR MY BROTHER FOREVER AND I WILL SEE U SOON…LOVE GARY…AKA (BIRD)
I miss and love you Daddy. wish you were here with me now
God Speed my friend