Douglas W. Campbell

With heavy hearts and deep sorrow, we announce the sudden passing of Douglas W. Campbell on December 26, 2025, the beloved son of the late Martha and David Campbell of Ridgefield, Connecticut.

Throughout his 55-year journey, Doug touched countless lives with his generous heart, sense of humor, and vibrant spirit. He was deeply devoted to his wife, family, and friends – a man who could strike up a conversation with anyone and make them feel seen. Driven by an insatiable curiosity and a love for new experiences, he delighted in sharing his wisdom with those around him. A true New Englander, Doug took immense pride in doing things the right way. 

Doug graduated from Ridgefield High School, honorably served six years in the U.S. Navy as a helicopter rescue swimmer during Desert Storm, and later graduated magna cum laude with a double major from Boston University. He went on to help launch and lead two successful software businesses in Cambridge, MA and Hartford, CT. Like his parents, he devoted himself to community service, always striving to leave things better than he found them.

Doug was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed. His beautiful spirit lives on in the peace, strength and inspiration he leaves behind for all who had the privilege and honor of knowing him.

Doug is survived by his beloved wife Monika, of nearly 10 years, his mother-in-law Magdalena, brother-in-law Peter and his wife Katarina and their children – nephews Peter and Dominik, brother-in-law Tibor and his daughter, niece Nevena; Doug’s sister Heather, his sister Betsy and her husband Dave Imbrogno and their children – nieces Alex, Caroline, Katie, and nephew Louis.

A Celebration of Doug’s Life will be held March 21, 2026 at 11:00AM at the First Congregational Church, 103 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT 06877. For those unable to attend and wish to stream the service, see below Zoom instructions. Reception will follow at the church in Lund Hall from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. We invite all who knew and loved Doug to join us in honoring his memory. Cremation has taken place and his interment will be held privately.

Because Doug loved nature – especially trees – a collaborative mixed media "Tree of Love" piece of art will be created in his memory. (See photo example here: Tree of Love Frosted Pearls by Cami Levin) If you feel moved to participate, please bring a small, non-perishable item (2 inches or smaller) that symbolizes your connection to Doug or reflects his spirit. Examples include but are not limited to: a small stone, shell, feather, charm, trinket, fabric snippet, miniature photo or a brief handwritten note with a meaningful word, quote, nickname, memory or blessing. Items will be permanently incorporated in the artwork and preserved in resin, so they will not be returned. Your contribution will become part of this lasting tribute – permanently woven into a shared and enduring expression of the love that surrounds Doug and the life he lived. Envelopes and note cards will be provided at the church reception to pass along your item/note to Doug’s family. If you are unable to attend in person and wish to participate, please reach out by email to coordinate with Heather at: clancampbellking@gmail.com  

In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial gift in Doug’s loving memory to the Elizabeth Park Conservancy to help preserve its historic gardens in Hartford and West Hartford, CT (http://www.elizabethparkct.org) or The Headstrong Project, a non-profit organization providing mental health care for veterans, service members and their families (http://www.theheadstrongproject.com).

“Where there is loss there is always an even greater presence of love.”

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Douglas Campbell Zoom for Celebration of Life

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