Hugh John (Jackie) CAMPBELL

5. I think it very appropriate, as suggested by my very good friend and unpaid proof-reader Pat, to finish with the Irish Blessing:
May the roads rise up to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
The rains fall soft upon your fields
And until we meet again –
May God hold you
In the hollow of His hand.

4. A second subject which Jackie taught and organised was music. He was already proficient in playing many instruments and started many of us learning to play the descant recorder. Initial results were variable! I had an attempt on the fiddle and soon realised it was harder than it looked but must admit my practice lacked dedication. As the old saying goes, you can take a horse to water……
Anyone who witnessed Jackie learning to play the guitar could not fail to be impressed. He put the necessary time into his regular practice, using up whatever spare moments he could. Music was, as they say, in his bones! He loved getting choral groups and choirs going. His commitment extended from the classroom to the various parishes that were fortunate to attract his energy. He enriched the liturgy in each of these and continued this important apostolate in ‘retirement’, in the parish of Mullaghbawn.
In many ways Jackie showed great dedication to whatever he turned his hand. This could include diy, fishing, working with his beloved wife Rosemarie and their children. He was always generous with his time. He was a lovely man and we will all miss him very much. May he rest in Peace!

3. Our real work in St Cassians started soon after our arrival. We noticed straight away the important role which Jackie played in the running of the school. New laboratories had just been built for the teaching of Physics and Chemistry. Jackie taught all the chemistry lessons. He was an excellent teacher, extremely well organised. And you could tell that he loved teaching. We were obviously intrigued by many of the pieces on display. One in particular was a still, intended for producing plentiful supplies of distilled water. In one lesson when we were discussing another use for it we learned that it could be used to make alcohol!
Jackie told us that for that very reason the school had to have a license to protect it against misuse! And that, without warning, someone from the local authority could call to test the still for traces of alcohol! You could not have guessed it, because later that lesson a van pulled up outside the laboratory and asked to see the still! When he left we were all relieved, especially Jackie!
I liked the study of chemistry and ended up taking it as one of my subjects at ‘A’ Level, following it also as a choice for Teacher Training. Thanks to Jackie!

2. The ferry passage to Liverpool was an exciting adventure for us! Above deck it was possible to hear the sound of cattle from below but we were used to such sounds around home and passed no remarks. Little did we know at the time, that in years to come those cattle would be replaced by lorries and cars on Irish Ferries route! No, we were more interested in the range of crisps on sale. Our friends from Crossmaglen knew the form, and showed us country boys how to sprinkle the little packets of salt onto the new Tato crisps.

Next day, after a long train journey through England we were on smaller trains from Paddington to Newbury and then on to the small town of Kintbury. It was to become our home but the surrounding country bore no resemblance to South Armagh. This was country with massive fields, where people owned and trained race horses. So it came as a shock when we had to get out of our comfortable train and walk for two miles on country roads to St Cassians College! That was in the very warm summer of 1959!

A tribute to my first cousin and good friend Jackie Campbell
1. Good morning everyone. Like you I was devastated on Friday to hear the very sad news that we had lost a great friend and a very special person. May Jackie be taken into the hands of God where he can rest in peace. My sincere condolences to Jackie’s wife Rosemarie, to his children Kieran, Siobhan, Rosemarie and Thomas and to his six grandchildren. I’ve had the great fortune to have lived not far from Reading where Jackie and Rosemarie raised their family and was always given a warm welcome when I was able to visit. It was a gift to witness the children grow up in a very loving home. In turn, it was my special pleasure in later years to welcome them to my home in Wales as they made their way to Holyhead and the long journey home to South Armagh.
Back in 1947, Jackie and his brother Pat responded to a call by the De La Salle Brothers to consider their vocation. They went to one of the De La Salle schools in Berkshire, England. Each year, in the summer they came back home as their studies progressed and of course we were all delighted to see them. By the late 1950s I was one of seven youngsters from South Armagh who followed their example as a result of a visit by a recruiter, Brother Fabian. So, in September 1959 when Jackie and Pat were returning from their holidays in South Armagh, they had a party of seven to accompany them from Belfast to Liverpool and further on. It was not their most stress-free journey!

Sincere sympathy to Rosemarie and the Campbell Family on the death of Jackie. Rest in peace Jackie.

Sincere sympathy to Rosemary and entire Campbell fanily on the sad passing of Jackie, may he Rest in Peace.

My condolences to Rosemary and your family. John was such a kind, generous and lovely man, I know he will be much missed. I was pleased to be able to join others in the church service through the internet. God bless you all.

John (Jackie) leaves a massive John-shaped hole in our hearts.
My department boss at HF, my 'did we have a laugh today?'co-conspirator, my dear, dear friend.
Condolences to all who loved John.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.

My thoughts are with you all - he was a truly wonderful man.
With lots of love, Laura x x

Sincere sympathy to Rosemarie and all the Campbell family on the death of Jackie R.I.P.

Deepest sympathy to all the Campbell family on the death of Jackie. May he rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to all the Campbell family on the passing of Jackie,May he rest in peace

Sincere condolences to the Campbell family on the death of Jackie RIP.

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy at this sad and difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

May John rest in peace. With deep sympathy and condolence to Rosemarie and all the family.

My love goes out to the whole family at this time to help you through the loss of this lovely man.
Not always the best with words so I’ll go for a hymn which I always found uplifting and am sure Mr Campbell played many times .
‘ And He will raise you up on eagle's wings
Bear you on the breath of dawn
Make you to shine like the sun
And hold you in the palm of His Hand And He will raise you up on eagle's wings
Bear you on the breath of dawn
Make you to shine like the sun
And hold you in the palm of His Hand’

Deepest sympathy to all the Campbell family, especially Siobhan. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.

With love and deepest sympathy from all of us and from my mum Mary

Matthew

All our love at this deeply sad time. Grateful to be able to join you online and in spirit at the funeral today. You're all in our thoughts x

My sincere condolences to the whole Campbell family. John was the wisest, kindest colleague I ever knew, an inspiration to all who came into contact with him.

Condolences to all the Campbell family on the death of Jackie may he rest in peace

A much respected and loved colleague. Our condolences to Rosemarie and the whole family.

Condolences to all the Cambell family on the death of Jackie May he rest in peace Brigid Joyce Dublin

Condolences to all the Campbell family on the passing of Jackie RIP

On the occasion of the passing of Jackie, We extend our sympathy to his Wife and Family. Jackie, May you rest in peace.
--- Patrick & Mary --- Rassan ---

Sincere sympathy to all the Campbell family on Jackie's passing. May he Rest in Peace.

Most sincere condolences to Rosemarie and all the family. In Reading we remember John as teacher, counsellor and musician, but above all as a kind and gentle person, and always good company. May he rest in peace.

Sending our condolences to you Rosemarie, Kieran, Siobhan, Rosemarie, Thomas and the extended Campbell family following the death of Jackie. May he rest in God’s peace and love and praying that Mary the Mother of Sorrows will comfort you all.

Sad to here of Jackie passing may he rest in peace

To Rosemarie and family our heartfelt condolences on the sad loss of my Uncle Jackie.

Deepest sympathy to all the family

Sincere sympathy to the Campbell family on the passing of Jackie. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to all the Campbell family on the passing of Jackie. May he Rest in Peace.

Deepest sympathy to you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace, Jack.

Sending all of our deepest sympathy and condolences on the extremely sad loss of Jack. He was an amazing man and it was a privilege to have known him over so many years.
R.I.P Xxxx

Deepest Sympathy to Rosemarie and all the Campbell Family on the death of Jackie ! May He Rest in Peace .

Deepest sympathy on the passing of Jackie, may he rest in peace

Sorry to hear about Jackie. May he rest in peace.

We are so sorry to hear about Jack. You are all in our prayers. Rest in peace

I offer my deepest sympathy and prayers on the loss of a much loved husband,father father in law ,grandad,brother,cousin and friend to so many.
I did not have the pleasure of knowing Jackie but my dear friend Kevin his cousin has spoken so fondly of what a special person he was.

Deepest sympathy to Rosemarie and family on passing of Jackie he will be remembered in our prayers.May he rest in peace

Sincere condolences to all the Campbell family on the passing of Jackie. May he rest in
peace

Sincere sympathy to Rosemarie and all the family on the passing of dear Jackie. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy Rosemarie on the death of Jackie.RIP Condolences to your family and the entire Campbell family circle xx

Sorry to hear of Jackie's passing, may he rest in peace xx

Deepest sympathy to Rosemary and family on the passing of Jackie, lots of love Eithne

Sincere sympathy to Rosemarie and all the Campbell Family on the passing of Jackie. May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Rosemarie and the Campbell family on the death of Jackie. May he rest in peace.

Our deepest sympathies to all the family. You are all in our thoughts at this sad time.
May Jack rest in peace.

Condolences to all the Campbell family.

Sincere sympathy to Rosemarie & the Campbell family on the passing of Jackie. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to all the Campbell family on the death of Jackie May he rest in peace

Sincere condolences to all the family on the death of Jackie.

Sincere condolences to Rosemarie (an extremley devoted wife & carer always) and to all the family . May Jackie Reat In Peace with the Lord & all his family & friends.
Evelyn & all the family

Sincere sympathy to all the Family

Sympathy to the Campbell Family on the death of Jackie.

Sincere condolences to all the family on Jackie's death RIP. Apologies that we will not be able to attend, but you all will be in our thoughts.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hAnam.