Eli Elias Campbell

Eli Elias Campbell passed away peacefully on December 9, 2023, at the age of 80, surrounded by his loved ones in Conyers, GA. Born in St. Thomas, Jamaica, Eli was the child of Doris and Cryus Campbell, growing up in Beacon Hill. His journey through life was marked by unwavering faith, a deep love for family, and an unbreakable bond with the sport he cherished, cricket. Eli's love for cricket began in his childhood and became a lifelong passion that extended beyond the boundaries of Beacon Hill. His dreams of a life beyond his humble beginnings led him to explore the world through music, travel, and the enduring friendships he made along the way. As an honored lifetime member of the Wembley Athletic Social Club, Eli's connection to cricket was a defining aspect of his identity. At the age of 16, Eli left home to work as a mechanic, a decision that eventually paved the way for him to immigrate to the United States, where he dedicated himself to providing for his family. Throughout his life, he continued his work as a mechanic with Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA), maintaining his ties to cricket through the Wembley Athletic Social Club. Upon retirement, Eli and his beloved wife, Barbara, made Cobb and Rockdale counties in Georgia their home, where they formed cherished friendships within their church and the United Beacon of Atlanta Cricket Club (UBACC). Eli is survived by his loving wife, Barbara Simpson Campbell, and children: Garfield, Deryck, Mark, Andrew, and Kimberlee. He leaves behind a legacy of grandchildren – Justin, Juwel Ayanna, Natasha, Patricia, Derrique, Ashley, Paris, Jordan, Kyle, Aiden, Elijah, and Jonathan – as well as great-grandchildren Michael and Maxwell. Eli is also remembered by his siblings Josephine, Rosie, Cherry, Llewellyn, Iline, Noretta, Prince, Harry, and Algie. He is now reunited with his parents, siblings, and daughter Felita, who preceded him on the journey to eternity. Eli Elias Campbell was more than a devoted family man; he was a kind-hearted, loquacious, and gregarious social butterfly who never met a stranger. His infectious spirit endeared him to all who had the privilege of crossing his path. Eli's greatest joy was in expressing his pride for his children and the generations that followed them. To them, he was more than a father – he was their beloved Papa. While Eli cherished his family and friends, his profound love for cricket was undeniable. To him, cricket was not merely a sport; it was his lifeblood, providing a space for him to be his authentic self within a community that spanned the globe. It offered him health, extended family, travel, and moments of celebration. Cricket was Eli's heart, and he carried it with him throughout his remarkable journey. A funeral service to celebrate Eli Elias Campbell's life will be held on January 6, 2024. His memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing and loving him. May he rest in eternal peace.

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Eli Elias Campbell

April 5, 1943 - December 9, 2023