Georgia Mae Campbell's Obituary
Georgia Campbell was born in Rusk County, Garrison, Texas on May 7, 1927, to Bishop and Mamie Bryant as the third of sixteen children. She was named after her grandmother Mary Hartfield Bryant “Grandma Mae,” and growing up was fondly called “Nicodemus.” Raised in a deeply religious family, Georgia was saved at the age of twelve during one of Grandma Mae’s Saturday night church services. She was a faithful member of Bethlehem Church of God in Christ in Mt. Enterprise and was baptized in a creek near Moss Temple.
At the age of fourteen, Georgia left Garrison and moved to Houston to live with her Aunt Josie Biggers, where she had to adjust to the fast pace of city life while weighing the opportunities before her. Later, she relocated to Oklahoma City to live with her eldest sister, Ormie Bea, where she pursued a career in nursing. Georgia then moved to Denver, Colorado, where she continued her nursing training, attended pharmacology school, and passed the state board to become a licensed nurse.
While living in Denver, Georgia met and married Bernard Campbell, beginning a partnership that would span more than four decades. Family was always at the center of Georgia’s life, and she embraced motherhood with deep devotion. She was the proud mother of twelve children: Shirley, James, Jerry, Rosie, Ormie, Kathryn, Teresa, Vicky, Ricky, Michelle, Christopher and Keith. Georgia also raised her grandson James.
In 1975, they relocated their family to San Diego. Georgia enjoyed visiting the beaches, boardwalks, and piers to watch the ships come in and loved the warmth and sunshine of Southern California. Georgia and Bernard shared forty-three years of marriage before Bernard’s passing, and together they built a life centered on family, resilience, and devotion.
It was in San Diego that Georgia continued to nurture her faith in God and flourished in her ministry and service to others. She hosted Monday night prayer meetings and church services in her home, which became known in the community as a beacon of hope for lost souls and those seeking love and compassion. After service, she often provided to-go plates for those who came. Her home was a place where you could get your soul and body fed.
Georgia was a devoted member of St. Stephen’s Church of God in Christ for more than forty years. She was licensed as a Missionary through the Israelite Church of God in Christ in San Diego and later officially licensed as an Evangelist. In 1975, Georgia began collaborating with the mission outreach ministry of Bishop Nicholas Rodriguez in Mexico, where she served continuously for nearly thirty years. Throughout the years she attended conventions in San Felipe, San Luis, Mexicali, San Quintin, Tijuana and Rosarito, Mexico. She supported the ministry by providing food, funds, and impactful sermons that left lasting impressions on many hearts. Over time, Georgia began taking her family on her trips to Tijuana, introducing them to her international ministry work and new cultures. These trips became memorable experiences for many of her children, grand, and great-grandchildren.
San Diego was also where Georgia established “Consider the Poor Ministries,” her nonprofit organization that served the less fortunate and homeless in San Diego and Mexico through
food, clothing, and resources. Georgia often involved family members in her outreach efforts, and one of the most notable was spending the day passing out bread. She instilled in her family the importance of giving back and serving others. With the help of family, friends, and business partners, she continued serving through her ministry until late 2025, when declining health no longer allowed her to continue. Throughout the years Georgia received numerous awards and commendations for her community service and missionary outreach in Denver and San Diego.
Georgia was self-taught in many areas and had a passion for learning about people and things that interested her. She loved sports, especially football and basketball, and could tell you everything about her favorite athletes and teams. Georgia also loved music, especially Blues, gospel quartets, and Al Green. She was an avid shopper known for her sense of style and never stepped out without looking her best. If you were not dressed well, she would quickly let you know. She had a wonderful sense of humor and could crack a joke with the best of them.
Georgia always kept a full house and welcomed anyone visiting town to stay with her. She was an incredible cook, always whipping up a delicious soul food meal, and baking her pound cakes and 7UP cakes. She would throw down in the kitchen during the holidays and special occasions, often times making so much food and so many desserts it was impossible to leave her home hungry or without a plate to go. Her favorite pastime was talking on the phone to family and friends. She could hold a conversation on any topic and could carry a conversation for hours. She made sure to keep up with current events and what was going on in the world. Georgia took care to stay connected with those she loved. She regularly kept in touch with everyone through Facebook, and this allowed her to easily stay connected with the younger generations.
Georgia’s love for her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren was immeasurable. Many spent summers visiting her in San Diego or surprising her for special birthday celebrations. She was blessed with 28 grandchildren, 47 great-grandchildren, and 49 great-great-grandchildren. Affectionately known as “Big Momma,” she will forever be remembered for her warmth, humor, wisdom, and unconditional love. Her laughter and phone conversations will be deeply missed.
Georgia was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard M. Campbell; her parents Deacon Bishop Bryant and Mamie Bryant; her eldest son James Williams, Jr.; her brothers Bishop C.L. Bryant, Rayford Bryant and Baby Boy Bryant; her sisters Missionary Alie White, Missionary Leafus Roberts, Missionary Flenory Simpson, Missionary Doris King, Pastor Annie Bell Houser, and Lurdine Anifowoshe; her grandson Morris Hill; and her granddaughter Charlene Roberts.
She leaves to cherish her memory her children: Shirley Christmon (Theopolis – deceased), Jerry Williams (Ronnie – deceased), Rosie McCall, Ormie Melton, Kathryn Amerson, Teresa Blair (Arthur), Vicky Pettis-Pittman (Leon), Ricky Pettis, Michelle Lazare, Christopher Campbell and Keith Campbell; her sisters Missionary Ormie Martin, Missionary Gazelle McClendon, Missionary Mary Livingston, and Betty Bailey; her brothers Bishop Prince E.W. Bryant and Roy Lee Bryant; her grandchildren, great-, and great-great-grandchildren, and a host of cousins,
nieces, nephews, and dear friends who loved her dearly and each hold fond recollections of her.
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