Thomas Eugene Campbell, born in Butte, February 18, 1955 to Frances Marie and Merrill Clayton Campbell.
Geno passed away September 20, 2021, with his son at his side after a hard battle of alcoholism, he was 66 years old.
Early in his life Geno was enamored with cars, starting with life-like model cars exquisitely done. Until he got his hands on the real thing, he dug custom and classic cars and put his touch one every one he owned, trading for just about anything was just his way – cars, guitars, anything.
Music was a great love and comfort to him. He wrote a lot of his own songs on the guitar and had a natural talent to pick up any musical instrument, catch a grip and make beautiful sounds from it.
Motorcycles were of great importance to Geno. He could make just about anything run. His dreams always included a HARLEY and for years they alluded him. He always said that the first one is always the hardest to obtain. He’s owned many over the years and I’m sure he’s looking for Harley parts up there.
As a 16 year old “kid” he became a dad with his first love, Paulette. They were married and had two more daughters. Immaturity and timing would be his downfall, he carried the pain and loss of this the rest of his life.
He would meet and marry the second love of his life, Molly, and her three children, which he loved with all his heart. Alcoholism would be the downfall of this relationship. Although they stayed friends for the rest of his life.
His third and last love was Evelyn. They dated in his younger years, met back up later in life, and were best friends. When she went to be with the Lord his broken heart would not heal.
Geno is preceded in death by his mom and dad, grandson, Stevie, and numerous brothers and sisters.
Geno is survived by his sons, Steve, Rick and Patrick, daughters, Brandi, Melinda, and Samatha, grandsons, Joseph, Lorne, Tommy, Blain, Beau, Dillon, Morgan, and Evan, granddaughters, Vanessa, Hope, Dylana, Melody, Harmony, Katana, Faith, and Gracie, great-granddaughters, Sophia and Macee, brothers, Steve and Eddy, and sisters, Barbara and Janet.
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Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Geno and his family.
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nollie boldt says
I thought of you with love today. GOD has you in his keeping. I have you in my heart ❤
Brandi says
I love you Dad. Still hard to explain to my heart that you’re really gone. 💔 See you on the other side.
Melinda says
Beautifully written. ❤️ Steve, I know he was pleased with the amazing man you have become. For better or worse he was a big part of who we all are. I wish I had taken the time to have a relationship with him like you had.
BRENDA Schutz says
With deepest sympathy in your loss.
RIP Geno.
Samatha says
You always new best 1st impressions!! I’ll never forget!! I’ll keep that impulse on hand no matter what! I promise!
Connie Padrotti says
Our Deepest Sympathy Frank and Connie Padrotti
Tammy says
RIP Geno, I know you are in heaven with Evelynn and my mom smiling down on us. You will forever be missed.
Lisa(Nix) Gerhardt says
See ya later Gene…I was born in Butte in 1972, you and some others were probably the first people i ever met. I have some fond memories of you. My Dad always treasured you as a good friend. He was sad to hear of your passing. I cant imagine the hurt and illness you had been through. I am sorry you could not shake the booze. I am also glad you made the trip to Minnesota those years back. You met My Sons and we had a great time. They loved meeting you. My Grandpa Nix would be proud. I am sure he was anyway. I guess we met when i was born, so i will see ya when it is time….Peace to ya man..and love….Lisa(Nix) Gerhardt.
Kim Stevens says
Beautifully written Steve, he was one of a kind, he always told me I’m just an old hippie and that’s how I roll. He will be missed, I loved him with all my heart, his gruff exterior never fooled anyone, he was a good man. I feel fortunate to be able to call him family. Love you Geno I’ll see you again soon.
Leo Edward Stevens Junior says
Times are tough money money is hard so here’s this damn obituaries you were cool and you Keen always remember my brother Gene until we meet again on the other side Paco I hope all is well my fault the rest of the crew tell everybody we miss them and we love you fat Eddy
Diane Snyder says
We are so sorry on the loss of your dad, Grampa. We pray you are comforted by the love he had for you. Skip and Diane Snyder and family. 🙏
Jamie Woods says
Sincere condolences, Joe Woods & Jamie Woods.