Edith Marie

Campbell

It is with peaceful hearts that we announce the passing of Edith Marie Campbell. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on March 25, 2025, at the age of 69 in Panama City, Florida. Edith is leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion and service.

Edith was born on May 21, 1955 in Washington County, FL to the parentage of Samuel C. Peterson and Emma L. Peterson.  Edith was educated in Washington County Florida District Schools, attending Shady Grove Elementary and Vernon High School where she graduated with the class of 1973 and received her High School Diploma at the Vocational School.

She was raised in God fearing home and she accepted Christ as her personal Savior at an early age and became a life long member of St Luke AME Church in Vernon FL, where she served diligently as the YPD Director.  Upon marring and moving to Panama City where she later became an affiliated member of Mt Zion AME Church of Panama City, FL, where she served as Youth Director, Usher Board, Women Missionary and Food Ministry. Her faith and commitment to the church were an inspiration to many in the congregation and community.

On September 2nd in 1980 she married the love of her life Anthony L Campbell, Sr. in Panama City, FL and to this union 5 children was raised and loved.  She worked as a CNA, Crossing Guard for the city of Springfield FL, Goodies Factory & Peeks Motel.  Later on in life Edith started her own business "Marie's Cleaning" where she worked until her demise.

Some of Edith  accomplishments: she was the first black cheerleader at Vernon High School, she loved all types of sports from playing powder puff football to softball, she was a strong voice and advocate for young men making the right decisions, she was a part of Eastern Star Gulf Coast Chapter 6, she was a pioneer in the development of Pine Log State Forrest Park in Ebro, FL where she was 1 of the 2 women who helped clear the land, she paved the way for us to enjoy camping, walking trails, etc.. at the Forrest Park, she graduated as Valedictorian in CNA school, but her greatest accomplishments was her family whom she loved dearly.

Her favorite teams were the Golden State Warriors (NBA), Dallas Cowboys (NFL), favorite saying was "GLORY," which you could hear from the back to the front of the church where her presence was known and her favorite scripture was "I can do all things through Christ Jesus who strengthen me" Philippians 4:13.

After an untimely illness, Edith was called home to rest with her Lord and Savior. She was preceded in death by her son, Jessie J. Campbell, grandson Isaac Campbell and sister Patricia F. Peterson.

Edith is survived by her husband of 45 years: Anthony L. Campbell, Sr. of Panama City, Florida; Children: Cyrilla Eady (Kenneth) of Panama City, FL,  Anthony Campbell, Jr. (Toni) of Tallahassee, FL, Michael Campbell, Sr. (Carmella), Eric Campbell and Sharellee Campbell all of Panama City, FL; Parents: Samuel C. & Emma L. Peterson; Grandchildren: Princeston, Aleshea, Darius (Rashida), ClaDarius, Eddie, Michael Jr., Christopher, Makai, Miyonna, Mykel & Terrell; Great Grandchildren: Lucas, Jakovah and Elias; Siblings: Minister Priscilla Brown (Elder Wade) of Vernon, FL, Minister Samuel A. Peterson (Angela) of Tampa, FL, Senator Tony P. Anderson (Houston) of Lithonia, GA, Katherine Smiley (George) of Washington State, Belinda Thompson of Crestview, FL, Janice Thompson, Wille C. Thompson, Willie E Byrd and Antionette Bridges (Artie) all of Ft Walton Beach, FL along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, b est friend Evilla Smith and a special friend Carol Baker.

In honoring Edith's Memory, let us cherish the moments we shared with her and carry forward the values of compassion and generosity that she exemplified. Though she is no longer with us in body, her spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of those who loved her.