Kenneth "Ken" A. Campbell

Kenneth “Ken” A. Campbell of Caro, age 81, passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026 at his home with his family by his side. Ken was born on November 6, 1944, in Caro, to the late Harold and Pauline (Taylor) Campbell and attended Caro High School. After school, Ken worked for the Shady Hollow Golf Course for several years before starting at General Motors at the V8 Engine Plant in Flint, from where he retired as a tradesman in 1994. After his retirement, Ken stayed active, working at Indianfields Township Park and State Street Fitness, and stayed in shape lifting there at the gym. He was a lifelong member of Caro First Baptist Church. He married Barbara Ann Bailey on August 18, 1962, and the couple shared over fifty-four years of marriage together until her passing on April 5, 2017. In his free time, Ken loved golfing and bowling. He enjoyed time fishing on the bay and could often be found having breakfast with his buddies wherever they could find the best price for coffee. He is remembered as being a loving and supportive family man who was always happy and cracking jokes. Ken was there for his kids and grandkids no matter what, and would do anything for those he loved.

Ken is survived by his children, Terri (Terry) Hollingshead, Ken (Sara Whitman) Campbell, Kandi (David) Dragus, and Kristie Campbell-Chapelo; grandchildren, Nichole (Keith) Bourasaw, Mitchell (Elise Armstrong) Hollingshead, Madyson Hollingshead, Jessica Campbell, Emily (Dylan Stockmeyer) Campbell, Andrew Campbell, Corey (Alissa) Dragus, Taylor Dragus, Brett Dragus, Jeffrey (Scott) Scott, and Brendan (Shayla) Makidon; great-grandchildren, Sophia Bourasaw, Scarlett Bourasaw, Avery Hollingshead-Vargas, Adrian Vargas, Mila Dragus, Brody Dragus, Kylah, Gracie Scott, Lincoln Makidon, Emila Makidon, and Ellie Makidon; step-great-grandchildren, Emilly Whitman and Audrey Whitman; siblings, Leslie (Joann) Campbell and Kay Campbell; and sister-in-law, Carroll (Roland) Elizando; as well as many nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends.

Ken was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Campbell; siblings, Duane Campbell, Delores Collins, Edna Radzwion, and Richard Campbell; and sister-in-law, Sandra Bailey.

In accordance with Ken’s wishes, cremation is to take place. A memorial service honoring his life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at the Caro Loyal Order of Moose, 1366 East Caro Road, Caro, MI 48723. Visitation will be at the Moose from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service, and the family requests that flowers and gifts be sent to the Moose. Memorial contributions may be made to the care of Kandi Dragus for donations to charities that were important to Ken or to an organization of the donor’s choice.