Leslie Earl Campbell 85 of Bass River died suddenly Wednesday November 15, 2017. He was surrounded by family at home at the time of his death due to an ongoing congenital heart condition.

Les was the beloved husband of Linda A. (Fisher) Campbell for 51 years.

A life-long resident of Bass River, Les was the son of the late Chester Norman and Annie Ethel (Johnston) Campbell. Annie was originally from Northern Ireland and summered on Cape Cod, where she later settled. Les had one older brother, Norman Campbell, and during his childhood, was raised by his beloved maternal grandmother, Sarah Johnston.

After graduating from Yarmouth High School in 1950, Les proudly served his country in the Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict and later served as a Massachusetts State Police Trooper from 1955-1971.

After starting a family, he branched out into Real Estate and for several years. He owned and operated Les Campbell Realty in South Yarmouth and continued to work as a real estate broker throughout his later years at Joly McAbee and Weinert Realty.

Les was passionate about his local community and became involved in several civic pursuits such as Chairman of the Town of Yarmouth Board of Appeals, Past President of Harwich-Dennis Rotary Club, Barnstable County Deputy Sherriff, Town Constable, and Justice of the Peace. He was an active member of the South Yarmouth United Methodist Church where he was fondly recognized as one of the longest standing members of the parish. Les was a 32nd degree Mason and was involved in many charitable organizations such as the Shriners, and Meals on Wheels. He was an avid reader, sports fan, animal lover, history buff, story-teller, patriot, and devoted father and grandfather.

In addition to his loyal wife, Les is survived by his devoted son, Douglas Campbell and his wife, Heather of South Yarmouth; his loving daughter, Sarah Keating and her husband, Gregory Keating of Chestnut Hill; and his three adoring grandchildren, Maxwell, William and Caroline Keating, all of Chestnut Hill, MA.

Les will be greatly missed and fondly remembered for his wonderful humor, unwavering kindness, and the many ways he served his family, friends and community.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday November 22 in the South Yarmouth United Methodist Church, 322 Old Main St., South Yarmouth.

Interment will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery, South Yarmouth. Relatives and friends are kindly invited.

Visiting hours will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday November 21 in the Hallett Funeral Home, 273 Station Avenue, South Yarmouth.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made in to the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Foundation, www.toysfortots.org.

I served with Les in the Marines at Clarksville Base we lunched together at the Hyannis Yacht Club several years ago. Shortly I will visiting Massachusetts. Today I thought of Les to get together with Him and went up on the website. I was saddened to see Les has passed away. We Marines liked Les and enjoyed His sense of humor. It was nice to read of His happy and productive life. I know you all were proud of Him as I was to be His friend.

If the Army or the Navy ever look on heavens scenes, they will find the streets are guarded by United States Marines. Attention on deck. Marine Leslie Campbell reporting for duty.

If the Army or the Navy ever look on heavens scenes, they will find the streets are guarded by United States Marines. Attention on deck. Marine Leslie Campbell reporting for duty.

Sincerest sympathies to all the Campbells and Keatings on your sudden loss. I hope that your fond memories of Les when he was healthy and vibrant help to comfort you during this difficult time. I am sorry not to be in state for the visiting hours or funeral. I will be there in spirit. Good luck and extra hugs to everyone. Warmly, Kim Sullivan

When your heart is empty, filling it with happy memories can help. I was saddened to hear of your loss. Please know how very sorry I am. Satch Linhares, Port St Lucie FL