Ralph Walter Campbell Wednesday, April 26, 2023. Loving husband of Virginia Campbell (nee: Vogt) for 50 years; beloved father of Corby (Lisa) Campbell and Christina (Roger) Ross; proud papa of Katlyn, Samuel, Chloe, Carson, Kaden, Connor and Annalyse; loving brother of Dave (Sandy) Todd, Dennis (Lorraine) Campbell, Debra (Greg) Rudder, Robert (Jeanna) Todd, Glendale (Anita) Todd, Harriet (Roland) Kramer, Debbie Todd, Sharon Campbell and the late Jack (survived by Lee) Todd, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend.
Ralph was devoted to his family, community and country. He was a veteran of the United States Army and the United States Navy. He was a decorated police officer with the St Louis Metropolitan Police Department (SLMPD). During his time with the SLMPD he was assigned to various units including the 4th district, the Detectives Bureau and the Bureau of Investigations Homicide Division, where he spent over 20 years. Ralph was also very proud of his time with the Greater St. Louis Major Case Squad serving as an investigator, report writer and squad supervisor for over 25 years. After dedicating 34 years to his community, Ralph retired from the SLMPD in 2008. After retirement is when Ralph found his ultimate joy in life, spending unlimited time with his most cherished commodity, his family. During this time you could often find him at the little league baseball fields, the soccer fields, the ice rink or theater stage, in his full time roll as a season ticket holder to his grandchildren’s extra-curricular activities. Ralph’s love and dedication to his family was unmatched. Cheers, we have it from here!
Funeral at Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry Road Tuesday, May 2, 10:30am. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to BackStoppers, American Diabetes Foundation or American Cancer Society. Visitation Monday 3 to 8pm.
It is with tears that I leave my deepest condolences to the entire family. How very blessed I have been to know such a strong, caring, devoted patriarch of a wonderful family. He gifted me with great stories, laughter and countless memories. You all are his greatest, proudest legacy. Rest in peace, dear man.
Ralph was a great guy, and good police officer ♀️ Bless you jenney.
I am so sorry to hear about Ralph , sending you prayers and hugs to the Campbell family .
Corby,
I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed seeing all your fb posts of your Dad and all your family-you could feel the love in all those pictures.
I know you know this -remember he will always be with you so talk to him every day-he will let you know he is there with you.
Beth Schlegel -PPG -Anheuser-Busch
You were a good man and a great friend.
Corby,
Sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers. I had the utmost respect for your dad as I’m sure anyone who ever met also did. But he also holds a spot in my heart.
Sorry for your loss!
Sorry for your loss. Cliff worked with Ralph for many years and spoke highly of him. Susan Sasenger
Sorry to family loss! Of one of the greatest uncle I ever known , on the best role models, listener, and one of the true person you can tell who truly cared about others. I know me and many others will truly miss you. Love you, uncle Ralph.
Ginny, we are so very sorry for your loss of your husband, Ralph. We will be lifting you and your entire family up in prayers. Currently in South Carolina and have been for 33 years!
Rest in peace, Ralph.
Rest in peace Ralphy I will miss you with all my heart you were my other brother and friend I know God will take good care of you in his loving arms till we all meet again some day .
Ralph was a great friend to me and my wife and a wonderful co-worker at SLMPD for many years. Former Detective Karon Crocker and I had the privilege to retire on the same day as Ralph in 2008. Rest in Peace brother.
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Ralph was committed to the victims and police work in our several cases together. When he brought matters into the CAO, the ACAs knew they were dealing with a true cop who was committed to the right thing. He is sorely missed.
One of the very best! A true hero!
Campbell-Ross family, I can’t imagine your pain. What a wonderful man, so glad I had a chance to meet him. A great man of many accomplishments and what a legacy his family is and will continue to be. Rest east Ralph, they will take it from here and continue to make you proud.
Ralph was an awesome person and damn good Policeman/Detective. He always had a smile on his face. I am a better person just knowing him. Rest in Peace Brother!
Aunt Ginny, Uncle Ralph will forever be in my heart! So many wonderful memories we made in too short of a time. Continued love and prayers to the entire family! ❤️
What can I say, I’m without words. A superb person with dignity, and pride as a STL police officer. I was honored to be his friend. We worked some cases together and cleaned the up. Thanks Ralph for great memories! RIP brother.
Rest in Peace my former Homicide Partner. You were there for me when tragedy hit me very hard. Thanks. May you rest in the full presence of the Lord. And May the peace and grace of the Lord be with your family.
God bless, old friend.
So sorry to hear of Ralph’s passing. Good friend and neighbor from “cop land” and all around terrific guy. Sincere condolences to Ginny, Corby and all the Campbell family. Rest in Peace, Ralphie.
My sincere condolences to one of the greatest Homicide Detectives there ever was. He taught me so much. His laughter and love for his family was unmatched. Rest in heaven my brother until I see you again.
So very sorry for this huge loss. Ralph helped me navigate my Law Enforcement career especially the Major Case Squad. Praying for the family.
Remembering … walking down Clyde Avenue, to school, Ralph always said good morning Penny, because he never remembered my name…. So he gave me one he could remember!
So I am remembering the sweet soul who always had a smile and a cheerful greeting, to boost the morale of everyone he met, with a we can do this … one step at a time.
Time passed way too quickly…..
My deepest condolences, to all who was honored to have been graced by the presence of this amazing soul.
May God bless you and keep you in His Care. Amen
We are sending prayers and hugs to Campbell Family. Rest in Peace Mr. Ralph Campbell
We were shocked to hear the news of Ralph’s passing. He was always so full of energy and life. I think it came from the love he had for his family and friends. You couldn’t have picked a better picture of him, that big smile and happy soul. I can hear that chuckle of his now. I know you will all miss him but he isn’t going anywhere. He will always be watching over his family. I sat and talked with mom about the memories of sitting around the kitchen table or ball games. Our condolences to all of you
Sorry to hear about the passing of Ralph. I worked with him at the SLPD and transcribed his homicide reports. He was a great guy and awesome investigator. Prayers for the family.
Corny,
Please extend my sincere condolences to your family. Your dad was so helpful to me when I got to the Homicide Section. He always had a smile and knew how handle any situation. We had “Cocktails” together many times after work of course.
My wife and I are out of town and won’t be able to make it to the service but know Ralph made a difference in life and career.
May He Rest In Peace.
Ralph was a great man, Detectivd/Policd Officer. I was lucky enough to work with him for a short while. He was always there to help. He always had a smile on his face. The world was a better place because of Ralph. He was always there for his family, the police department, and the community, my thoughts and prayers to Corby and his family. Thank you for sharing your father with us.
Ralph and family were our neighbors for many years in the City and he responded to several homicide scenes in the 7th District where I worked the night watch. Always a hoot, that’s for sure. Prayers and deepest condolences to the Campbell clan. RIP Ralph.
Ralph & Bill Kumec were my saviors in the 4th District…I was za probationary officer. They protected me from the Sergeant all thr time…..Rest well Ralph…I know you will be missed!!
My condolences to the Campbell family. Ralph was a first class guy. R.I.P. my friend
Corby, this news is devastating. I love you guys so much. Your Dad is always going to stay close to so many of us inside our hearts because he was that kind of guy. Yes, you were lucky to have him as your father but thank you for sharing him. Your entire family will be in our prayers.
Blessings and condolences to the Campbell family. I was privileged to meet Ralph as a rookie cop and he was kind to me when he didn’t have any reason to be. Over the first ten years of my career, Ralph was a mentor and friend to me, giving me career advice and investigative guidance. I was fortunate enough to serve on the Major Case Squad with Ralph, and follow in his footsteps in the SLMPD Homicide Section, where he left a lasting mark. Godspeed, Ralphie. I know the beer is even more ice cold in heaven and you’ll leave some back for me in the hoosier cooler.
‘Ralphie’ was always good to me from the very start! Paved the way for several of my accomplishments. Always had a listening ear and notes of encouragement. He was always ‘close’ either physically or personally during our career together. One of the truly good ones that I will miss. Love you my friend.
I am so very sorry for the loss of Ralph…he was a wonderful man…everybody that knew him, including me, were better for knowing him…he was a symbol of strength, love and dedication, to me…he always had a smile, and a kind word to say! He treated you like he knew you forever…He loved his family, most of all, and that includes extended family and friends…he was a very special person! God Bless You…Ginny, Corby, Chrissy and all the rest of the Campbell Family…and you are in my thoughts and prayers always! Take care, I love you all, and sincerely wish that I was there to be with you all!
Ralphie was one of a kind. Always smiling. Always looking out for others. It’s hard to put it into words but he just had a way about him that was welcoming. He certainly made carpooling home from high school with Chrissy fun and memorable. Sending love and prayers to your entire family.
Ralph was a great person. Early in my career he was one of the few people who helped me and always treated me with respect. He was a true mentor and friend. His sense of humor and positive attitude got us through many a long homicide investigation. I will always remember his kindness and generosity.