The younger son of the late Dr. And Mrs. Harold L. Campbell. Predeceased by his brother, John C. Campbell and his eldest child, A. Victoria Blattmann.
Survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Elizabeth A. Campbell,(nee Foote), and their children, Barbara C. Scheck and John P.M. Campbell (Maureen) and seven grandchildren, Lisa Gordon (Ken), Karl Blattmann (Leigh Anne), Adam Scheck (Lisa), Katherine Scheck, Justine Scheck (Derek) , Wil and Thom Campbell, and eight great grandchildren. Also survived by his son in law Bert Blattmann (Wendy), sister in law Leah Muhleman and niece Carol Brown.
Peter graduated from Victoria High School (1944) and the Royal Canadian Naval College at Royal Roads, class of 1946. He served in the Canadian Navy until his retirement in 1978. During his naval career Peter was based in Victoria, Vancouver, Kingston, Toronto, Ottawa, Saint John and Halifax in Canada; in Greenwich, Portsmouth and Northwood in England; and Washington D.C. in the United States. During this period he had the honour of commanding Her Majesty’s Canadian Ships Jonquiere, Annapolis, and Thunder.
Following his retirement, Peter and Elizabeth moved to Pender Island where they became involved in the community. He organized sailing instruction for juniors, served on the executive and as chairman of the Fall Fair Committee, served on the executive of the Royal Canadian Legion including the position of President, participated in local political affairs as a member of the Advisory Planning Commission and for six years as an elected Islands Trustee. In later years Peter devoted much of his time to the preservation of the history of the Pender Islands through the establishment of the Pender Islands Museum and Archives.
After twenty years of living on Pender Island, Elizabeth and Peter moved to Oak Bay. There, for four years he acted as the Treasurer of the Canadian Club of Victoria. Peter was a member of the Naval Association of Canada, Vancouver Island Branch, a Life Member of the Pender Island Yacht Club and a Life Member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 239 (Pender Island).
The greatest pleasures in Peter’s life were his family and friends. He loved nothing more than hosting a family dinner or dinner party and the discussions that ensued. Peter made an impact on many lives, none more so than on those of his children and grandchildren. They all remember the Razor Point report cards where A stood for Awful and F for Fantastic.
Peter enjoyed the traveling that his naval career offered, and after retirement Elizabeth and he continued to explore both Canada and points farther afield. In 71 years, they traveled by naval ship, steamship, cruise ship, airplane, bus, train, 27’ sloop, Impala station wagon, and Jeep with Boler trailer.
The family wishes to thank Dr.Kevin Wylie of the Oak Bay Medical Clinic for years of care, the staff of Berwick House where Peter and Elizabeth have lived for the last two years and the doctors, nurses and health care aides on the SW wing of the fifth floor of the Royal Jubilee Hospital.
In Peter’s memory please consider making a donation to a charity of your choice.
No service by request, a gathering will be held at a later date, to be announced.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Eileen, Claire, Gillian & Duncan Castle
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Jack Watson Elizabeth,
Sincere condolences for your loss from a fellow Oak Bay-ite, born & bred.
Jack Watson
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Philip Brown My sincere condolences to Elizabeth, family, and friends. Rita and I will miss Peter, his charm, his insights, and his wit. I’m sure he has influenced me and many others in a most positive way.
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Michael Harvey My condolences to the family of Peter Campbell. I had the honour to serve as Cdr. Campbell’s Executive Officer during his last Command, when he was recalled from retirement to become HMCS Thunder’s CO for a summer of officer training as the “fifth PB”. It was a delight to start work each day and to sail with such a fine officer, gentleman and true leader. I recall that he loved to point out his home on Pender Island when we sailed by. I am sure that he will be missed by all who have had the opportunity to spend time with him.
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Noel Halton Dear Elizabeth and Family,
I was sorry to learn the sad news of Peter and wish to offer my sincere condolences to you and your family. You were fortunate to have had such a long and interesting life together.
My Best Wishes for your future. Sincerely, Noel Halton
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Beth Rogers Dear Elizabeth, Barbara and family,
We were saddened to read in today’s Times Colonist, that Peter passed away. His life was full of accomplishments and as a family you were a big part of it. We enjoyed many social moments in our condo with both of you Elizabeth. You were often hosting little celebrations within the building. You were very good neighbors to all of us. I trust your family is gathering around giving each other comfort at this sad time. Thinking of you. Beth and Sandy Rogers
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Connie & Camiel Jacobs We offer our sincere condolences at the passing away of Peter, a long-time friend since we were together in Northwoord in the seventies. Peter was a nice warm person, a Navy professional and
foremost a real friend with a good sense of humour.
We have a lovely souvenir of our visit to Pender Island way back in 1987 and of the celebration of his daughter’s Vicky silver weddeing in Bonn i, 1999.
Peter arrived in “safe haven” now… May he rest in peace.
Very sincerely, Connie & Camiel Jacobs, Mortsel, Belgium.
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Bud & Hilda Rocheleau Our condolences go out you, Elizabeth, and your whole family. It was a pleasure to know Peter and we miss you both at the Naval luncheons.
We have fond memories of our time in England with you both.
Hugs
Bud & Hilda
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Rod Hughes Please accept condolences from all the branches and generations of the naval Hughes clan that so enjoyed Peter and his wit and charm. Peter was a great guy, a special RCNC class of 46 term-mate, and wonderful friend to all.
Dear Elizabeth, Barbara, John and Family
We were sorry to hear this sad news and send our condolences from the Castle family. We have many fond memories of times spent with great friends Elizabeth and Peter in Little Chalfont, Northwood, visits to Razor Point and and most recently in Fladbury, Worcestershire UK. Alan always looked forward eagerly to Peter’s Christmas letters, always so interesting and amusing, just as Peter was. Peter’s passion for Pender Island, wit and charm will be remembered.