News of Vince's death comes as a shock. He and I were best friends in childhood growing up in northern Manitoba, and I had been thinking of him in recent weeks and thinking we could reconnect once the pandemic travel restrictions were eased. A lot of memories are flooding back from those days in the '60s. Here's a pic of us — that's him in the bow of the canoe — heading up the Burntwood River in 1968 to camp out in Ospawagan Creek.

Our condolences to Kim and Barb and Family. Sorry for the loss of Vincent so soon, it was good that you were able to visit with him in Calgary a few weeks ago. It is hard to lose Family members. Our prayers are with you.

Jerry and Linda Cousin

Kirstie Smith and Chris Barschel

We had the pleasure of being Vince’s neighbours for the last 4 years.

He was a great neighbour and a good friend.

He always had a pleasant smile, a nice hello and chat and a pat on the dog’s head.

We enjoyed each other’s company with a beer around the fire once and a while.

You will be sorely missed Vince.

RIP

Kim, Roland, Matt & Colin - I'm so sorry to hear of Vince's passing! While I haven't seen Vince in years, I remember him fondly as a terrific guy growing up in Thompson. Our condolences to all of the Campbell family.

Gary Cook & Family

My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the Campbell family for their loss. It was with total shock that I heard of the passing of a very special soul who I was fortunate to have crossed paths with. My husband and I were operating a safari outfit in Botswana, when 'Vinny' came out on safari in the early 2000's. A gentleman, fantastic dry sense of humour and a fellow dog lover! Over the years, Vinny kept in regular contact which I will treasure. Just not that long ago, we both agreed that visiting the Gorilla's in Central Africa was on our bucket lists. I shall certainly do so, in your honour Vince! Fly high my friend, till we meet again.

We are thinking of the family In your loss. Vinnie was fiercely independent and had a kind and gentle soul. He always brought an interesting perspective to the many discussions about hunting, dogs, firearms and the world in general. Some of his friends brought out the best In him.

We will always remember his distinct character and of course his courage in the challenges he faced.

RIP Vinnie.

Art & Donna Froese

It was a terrible shock today to read of the passing of Vince. His time ended too soon. I well remember Vince and the Campbell family from my youth in Thompson and especially through the Air Cadets.

This is a sad time and my thoughts are with the Campbell family at this difficult time.

In Sympathy,

Bruce Goddard

To Colin, Matt, Kim, and Roland, who I knew from Thompson, MB, and to the rest of the Campbell family, I offer my very heartfelt condolences.

I remember the last time I was in Thompson, (late 60’s, early 70’s?) I bumped into him at the local ski hill, Mystery Mountain I think it was at the time, and he told me that I should become a ski instructor. I did not believe I was a competent enough skier at the time and simply thought he was just being nice. Hah! But I took him up on it and several years later, I became an instructor and worked part time at Fortress Mountain & Nakiska for many years; I always appreciated him for that boost of confidence in me. I saw Vince several times while skiing at Lake Louise back in the 1970’s (I think) and he was always friendly, talkative, and it was a real pleasure for me to see him each and every time.

One of his hunting buddies, Lorne Hammer (who was best man at my wedding), surprised me (and himself) by saying he knew Vince and told me that Vince had a nickname of “Roadkill”, and I laughed because it was fun to hear about Vince from Lorne.

I am sorry to hear of his passing. Take care guys.

Bryan Barnes