Obituary
Canandaigua- George Robert VanCampen, age 87, passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025.
A memorial service celebrating George’s life will be held on Saturday, May 10 at 11 a.m. at the Rushville United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Gorham Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in George’s name can be made to The United Methodist Church of Rushville, P.O. Box 13 Rushville NY 14544, or to, Phelps American Legion, 1346 St. Rt. 96, Phelps, NY 14532, or to, Compeer Rochester, C/O Oasis Adaptive Sports, 259 Monroe Avenue Rochester, NY 14607 (This is an organization that helps veterans thru athletics).
George was born on June 2, 1937 in Noxen PA, son of the late George E. and Verna Dimmick VanCampen. Graduating from Harvey’s Lake Highschool George moved to Rochester, then eventually joined the Army. George was a proud veteran serving time in Germany as a communications specialist. George returned to Rochester and was hired by Eastman Kodak company. George spent his career traveling the world working as a liaison to the US Navy specializing in Aerial Photography processing.
Post retirement George kept busy working for a golf course and driving school bus.
George was always enjoying life, he had a love for the outdoors, hunting and fishing. He and his wife also enjoyed boating and camping. Later in life George and Judy traveled the country with their camper.
George was a member of the Rushville United Methodist Church, Shortsville Rod and Gun Club and the American Legion in Avon Park, Florida.
George is survived by his wife, Judy; son, Robert (Judy) VanCampen; and grandchildren, Jacob and Nathan VanCampen, and nieces and nephews
George was predeceased by his parents, his son, Thomas VanCampen; and his brother, Harry VanCampen.
Please visit www.perkinsamesfuneralhome.com to send a message of condolence to George’s Family.
Services
Memorial Service
Rushville United Methodist Church
North Main Street, Rushville
Condolences
Rita Gallegos (Bergen) from St. Augustine, Florida on May. 7, 2025
Judy and Bobby, I was very sad to hear of George's passing. Lots of history that goes way, way back (Canandaigua Lake watching the first man on the moon on a tiny TV on a 100-foot extension chord! many get togethers at Bonnie and Harry's, and, maybe not so fondly, the occasional dead deer hanging in your garage). All good memories just the same, and I am sure he will be missed. My thoughts are with you at this time of loss. Rita
Cathy Warminsky-Blythe from Rising Fawn, GA on May. 7, 2025
My condolences, Bob & Judy