Mary Campfield

Mary A. Campfield, 48, of Buckner, MO passed away Sunday, May 26th 2013. A visitation will be held from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Wednesday May 29th at Speaks Buckner Chapel; 300 Adams St. Buckner, MO. A Memorial Service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at the chapel.
Mary was born October 13th 1964 in North Kansas City, MO to Joseph Travis and Margaret (Renninger) Hicks. While attending college she met her husband of 29 years, Everette Christian Campfield. Together they raised two beautiful children. She enjoyed the country life of raising animals, especially goats, and she was fondly referred to as the “Buckner Goat Lady.” She adored her children often supporting their activities whether scout groups or sporting groups. Mary and Chris traveled to many places together including excursions for Chris’ employment or their favorite; cruises in the Caribbean. She was a creative crafter and made many Christmas decorations. Mary also collected alligators as tribute to her Louisiana heritage. She blessed many people including the elderly. Mary worked as a home health care worker for many seniors in the community over the course of 30 years. She is loved and will be missed. Mary was survived by her husband, Chris of the home; daughter, Falicia Rogers and husband Brett of Blue Springs, MO; son, Joshua Campfield of Topeka, KS; brothers, Eddie Hicks of Blue Springs, MO; and Joseph Hicks of Osceola, MO; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents. In lieu of flowers the family encourages contributions to Mary’s favorite charity in her memory. St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital; 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.