January 6, 1950 – August 16, 2021
Stella left us unexpectedly but peacefully, beside the love of her life in beautiful North Bay, Ontario. It is so difficult to capture the force that was Stella in a few sentences, but here goes.
Stella was the wife of Bill for 48 years – a partnership that anyone recognized as full of love, laughs, and true friendship. She was loving mama and mom-in-law to Jessica and BJ, Gemma and Benjamin, and Rebecca and Joseph. She was the loving daughter of her parents (predeceased), Joseph and Agnes Campbell.
An adored nana to five grandchildren: Mia, Will, Anastasia, Gabriel, and Otis; sister and sister-in-law to Brian (predeceased) and Josephine, Gemma and Joao (predeceased), Lorna (predeceased), John and Laima, Alex and Marina, Joseph and Helen, Paul and Lorraine, Mary and Peter, Mike and Jean, and Martin and Terry; and kick-ass aunt to Karen, Janice, and countless beauties from the Campbell Clan. She had friendships that many are not lucky enough to have, bound by respect, trust and a shared lust for life.
Stella made her mark in more ways than one. People wanted to be with her. She was warm. She was loving. She listened. She enjoyed the little things from a good coffee, to baking for her daughters, to turning her music up to 11, to curling up with a book. She was positive, never complaining about all the crap that life can dole out. She wasn’t afraid to say what she thought, but was humble, and never imposed her opinion on others (unless correcting the factual data of a story being told by Bill:). She was a go-to source of reason, and an anchor for her friends and family.
Stella was wiser than they come, and shaped the experiences and learning of family, friends, and students. She really liked teaching young children – a journey she began shortly after arriving in Canada from Scotland at the age of 18. She got such joy from witnessing how little ones behave, think, and go about their day moment to moment. Children in her presence felt safe, secure and loved. She instilled confidence and provided a compass for so many.
Most of all, our Stella led life boldly, on her own terms, truly living it to the fullest. Though she left us too soon, we feel her presence and love all around us. We can only hope to carry her beauty onwards as we move forward in this life.
Darling Stella, in the words of Maya Angelou: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
In keeping with Stella’s wishes, a private celebration of life will be held with close family and friends. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to The Good Shepherd or Food4Kids Hamilton
Love you and Miss you Stella. You were an amazing Mom to all of
us growing up, and we had such fun times with you.
Jess, Bill and the entire family, our deepest condolences on your loss.
My sincerest condolences to all of you. A beautiful tribute to a beautiful lady. May God bless you and hold you near during this time.
Our deepest sympathy to all of the family.
Absolutely heartbroken to hear of the passing of Stella (Mrs. Hunting) from my kindergarten teacher to then later in life become Beccas Mom …she always made me feel so loved and welcomed in your home and lives.
My condolences to all of you during this sad time.
To Stella’s family,
Sincerest sympathy on the loss of your bright and beautiful loving star Stella.
Rebecca, Jessica and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I’ll always remember Stella’s kind smile and welcoming nature. My sincere condolences
I still can’t believe she’s gone. What a beautiful, fun, witty wise woman…a smile that could light up a room and a laugh that was infectious ❤️❤️ What a wonderful tribute you’ve written…summed Stella up perfectly! Feeling very blessed to have known and loved her❤️❤️ My heart breaks for you Bill and the kids…Hugs XOXO
Bill
My sincere condolences on the loss of your lovely wife
I didn’t know her well at all but Karen & Janice spoke so kindly of Auntie Stella
May she Rest In Peace and meet up with family on the other side
Georgia (Grisdale) Beck
What a beautiful tribute for a woman who clearly lived life to the fullest and touched all those she knew and met.
Our sincerest condolences to all of you. May God bless you and hold you near during this time.
Rob and Stephanie
My sincere condolences for your loss. Beautiful tribute – may she Rest In Peace.
To the Hunting Family
My sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved wife, mother & nana.
Hugs
Josie Brucculeri
Dear Hunting Family, we are heartbroken. Our sincerest condolences. Remembering how Stella always made you feel so welcome with her joy filled love of life. This was such a lovely and heartfelt tribute to a wonderful woman. Sending our love and support, Steven & Joanne Agro
Our prayers go out to all of Stella’s family.
So sad and way too young! A privilege to know Stella. Deepest condolences!!
We are so sorry for your loss. Try to remember all the good and happy times. I’m sure she would rather see you smile when you think of her. She will always be in your heart.
Love and hugs
Lynn and Brad
Mary is a dear friend of mine and I know how much she loved her sister Stella. I wish I could have gotten to know Stella. She was obviously loved and respected by so, so many people and has left a hole in a lot of people’s hearts. She sounds like a truly beautiful soul. My deepest condolences to all her family and friends.
This is a beautiful tribute to Stella. I wish I had known her better.we are holding you, Bill, and your girls, in our hearts. Kim, Dan, Nick & Morgan (29 Suter)
So sad to learn of Stella’s passing. She was a good friend, my next door neighbour when she and the Campbell Clan arrived in Canada and my Maid of Honour. Though I have not seen her in years I have many fond memories of her.
My deepest condolences to Bill and her family.
Bill and family, we are heartbroken to hear of Stella passing. We first met her as a teacher and then our lives intertwined and met you both as friends. Stella certainly will be missed and it’s so true, we will remember how she made us feel! Thinking of you and your family and our sincere condolences ❤️ Wayne and Cathy Huffman and family
Bill sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers go out to you and your family at this time.
Tom and Audrey Curtis
I extend my sincere sympathy to Bill and family. I really enjoyed getting to know Stella as a happy Creekside neighbour.
My sincere condolences to you and family. May the memories of your loved one bring you comfort in times of sorrow. Give your prayers onto the Lord and know that He will guide you through this time. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless always. Sincerely, the de SA family
Bill – Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. It was a beautiful and touching tribute. It was always a pleasure to meet Stella at our Condo gatherings, we will miss her.
Pat & Gary Beaudoin
My sincere condolences to Bill and family.
I will miss Stella. She was a wonderful neighbor. Always ready to help
out when needed and always with a beautiful smile.
Our deepest condolences, Bill.
Stella was so sweet and funny, as I remember. Sending love and prayers.
Dear Jessica and Bill and families,
My heartfelt condolences on the loss of ‘the force that was Stella’. Such a lovely tribute to her. 🙂
Mary Ellen Schiestel
We were gobsmacked to read about Stellas passing.The obituary was wonderful and so accurate.Bill you are so lucky to have such amazing daughters at this time
Our deepest condolences Bill… such a beautiful tribute..our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rick, Donna and family
My most sincere condolences on the physical loss of vibrant Stella but I know that she is soaring in the heavens and raising havoc!
Stella was a most forthright and loving woman! I recall several enjoyable moments and crazy parties! I wish you all peace during this time.
Thinking of you at this most difficult time. Remembering this beautiful ,vibrant woman. Our condolences and prayers to you,Bill,and the family. Treasure the memories.
Joe and Gail Gebel.
Our deepest condolences Bill and your family.Stella was always so much fun to be around ..she will be truly missed.
Our sincere condolences for your loss Bill, to your family and the Campbell family. We are thinking of you during this very difficult time.
Sincerely, The Bracken family
So sorry to hear of Stella’s passing.I feel the pain you and the girls are going through.Blessings and prayer to you all.Love Marg Kiely
Omg what an obit! I wish I had met her! But I can see her in you, Mary! So sorry for your loss! Sounds like a ton of people will miss her! My deepest condolences.
Bill…from Deb & I our sincere condolences to you and your family especially to the girls. Many happy evenings watching soccer at Sanctuary Park. Take care…
Bill, our thoughts are with you and your family at this very sad and difficult time. Stella was such a wonderful part of our Creekside Condo family and will be missed very much.
With our sincerest condolences,
Marg and Paul
Our deepest condolences Bill. May Stella’s memory be a blessing.
Our deepest condolences to the Hunting and Campbell families on the loss of a wonderful woman Stella. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
To Bill and family,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. This is a difficult time for all of you, but Stella lived a life full of compassion and understanding. She will be forever in everyone’s heart.
This notice says everything that I would have written myself had it not already been put to paper so eloquently. Emil & I feel blessed to have crossed paths with Stella. We all raised a glass at the London’s campfire last weekend – Scotch of course – and shared some wonderful memories. Thinking of you Bill, Jessie, Gemma, Rebecca and your families, and hoping that with time your memories help to ease your sorrow.
Bill and family
What a loss. I remember her as a wise and wonderful teacher at St. Augustine School.
Bill, Garth and I send you and your family our deepest condolences for your loss. I have fond memories of lively conversations with Stella during early morning walks with the Suter Crescent group. Sending our love, Dale & Garth Tomlinson
To the Campbell Family , my sincere condolences ! Very sorry to hear of Stella’s passing !! Mark Kelner
Tremendous loss. Truly a great person. It was an honour to share a cottage , and so many memories, for so many years with Stella, Bill, Jesse, Gemma and Rebecca.
God Bless you all.
Our sincere condolences to the Hunting family. Your wonderful tribute to Stella shows that she will live on in your hearts and memories.
Bill and Jessica (former HWCDSB colleagues),
May the care and love of God and those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. My sincere condolences to the Hunting family on the passing of Stella (a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, colleague, and teacher).
With compassion,
Paula Milligan
Our condolences Bill to you and your family. Stella was taken far to young and will be greatly missed.
Sincere condolences Bill and Jess and family. A life full of love, well lived, ended too soon.
We are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of our neighbour and friend Stella. Our hearts are with Bill and the children, we share your loos. Pia and Emrik
With heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beautiful wife,mother and grandmother.
What a great tribute!
So saddened by your loss Jessie, Bill and your family. Although I never met her Stella seemed like a great mother, grandmother, a true friend and a treasure to all who knew her.
Dear Bill and Jessica,
Our heartfelt sympathies and condolences on the passing of your dear wife, and mother. Our prayers go out to you and your family. May the Lord give you strength during this difficult time. A beautiful tribute to a wonderful lady.
Take care and God bless-from the Martyres family.
My deepest condolences Jessica and family, on the loss of Stella. With such a heartfelt tribute, it was clear what a wonderful and loving person she was. God bless her and your family during this difficult time.