Gail Camp Obituary Gail Bunch Camp February 17, 1935 - May 12, 2022 Courtland - Gail Paige Bunch Camp, 87, of Courtland, left this stage of her life to reunite with her husband, Stafford Vermont "SV" Camp III, in our Lord s paradise. She passed away peacefully at her home in Southampton County, Virginia on May 12, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents, Thomas Waverly "TW" and Virginia Bunch; loving sister, Suzette Carpenito; and niece, Kelly Carpenito. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Stafford Cass Camp (Laura), Waverly Scott Camp (Gina), Amanda Vermont Camp (Noel), Mason Clay Herman (Scott); grandchildren, Michalann Camp Cole (Dylan), Stafford Carson, Lakota James, Vincent Vermont (Jen), Logan Maxwell; great-grandchildren, Avery Elizabeth and Adeline Paige Cole; nieces, Lisa, Stacey, and Toni Carpenito; and family friends, Manual Williams and Linwood Turner. Originally from Boykins, VA, Gail graduated from Richmond Polytechnic Institute (now VCU) where she was a star basketball player. She was a teacher and social worker, teaching school in both Franklin and in a one-room schoolhouse in McCoy (Blacksburg), before starting her family. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, supporter of the Southampton Historical Society, and a member of the Country Acres Garden Club. She belonged to the Sebrell United Methodist Church and later St. Luke s Episcopal Church in Courtland. She was a huge fan and supporter of Virginia Tech, VCU, and Southampton Academy. SV and Gail were among the founders of Southampton Academy. She loved spending time with her family and making everyone that visited feel welcome - a true, southern hostess. Along with caring for her family and friends, Gail enjoyed cooking, gardening, and spending time on the beach - "sunnin " in her Jackie O sunglasses while holding a Virginia Slim. You could always hear the twinkle of her many silver bracelets as she drank her sweet tea or played with her great-grand babies. Gail was one of the last of a glamorous, very lively era. She had many friends and will be missed by all who knew her. She was a loving wife and the very best mother that her four children could ever ask for. During good times and bad times, she always made everything seem better for her family. In lieu of a visitation, the family will welcome friends to Gail s home, 18466 Plank Rd., Courtland, VA on Monday, May 16 from 5pm to 8pm. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, May 17 at 2pm at the Barn Tavern Cemetery in Sebrell on Carys Bridge Rd. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Southampton Historical Society, c/o Lynda Updike, 33335 Statesville Rd., Newsoms, Virginia, 23874. The family would like to thank her wonderful caregivers for their love and support. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/Gail-Camp 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/timesdispatch/name/gail-camp-obituary?id34735436 3) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/timesdispatch/todaytracking-sourcemain-nav ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ## Narrative Summary of the Obituary Gail Bunch Camp, 87, passed away on 12 May 2022 in Courtland, Virginia. She was a devoted mother and a passionate supporter of her community. Gail was remembered for her hospitality, love for family, and vibrant personality, leaving behind cherished memories for her loved ones. ## Narrative Summary of Funeral Services The family welcomed friends to Gail Bunch Camp's home on 16 May 2022. A graveside service was held on 17 May 2022 at Barn Tavern Cemetery in Sebrell, Virginia. ## The Edited Obituary **Gail Bunch Camp** **17 February 1935 - 12 May 2022** Courtland - Gail Paige Bunch Camp, 87, of Courtland, left this stage of her life to reunite with her husband, Stafford Vermont "SV" Camp III, in our Lord's paradise. She passed away peacefully at her home in Southampton County, Virginia on 12 May 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents, Thomas Waverly "TW" and Virginia Bunch; loving sister, Suzette Carpenito; and niece, Kelly Carpenito. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Stafford Cass Camp (Laura), Waverly Scott Camp (Gina), Amanda Vermont Camp (Noel), Mason Clay Herman (Scott); grandchildren, Michalann Camp Cole (Dylan), Stafford Carson, Lakota James, Vincent Vermont (Jen), Logan Maxwell; great-grandchildren, Avery Elizabeth and Adeline Paige Cole; nieces, Lisa, Stacey, and Toni Carpenito; and family friends, Manual Williams and Linwood Turner. Originally from Boykins, VA, Gail graduated from Richmond Polytechnic Institute (now VCU) where she was a star basketball player. She was a teacher and social worker, teaching school in both Franklin and in a one-room schoolhouse in McCoy (Blacksburg), before starting her family. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, supporter of the Southampton Historical Society, and a member of the Country Acres Garden Club. She belonged to the Sebrell United Methodist Church and later St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Courtland. She was a huge fan and supporter of Virginia Tech, VCU, and Southampton Academy. SV and Gail were among the founders of Southampton Academy. She loved spending time with her family and making everyone that visited feel welcome - a true southern hostess. Along with caring for her family and friends, Gail enjoyed cooking, gardening, and spending time on the beach - "sunnin'" in her Jackie O sunglasses while holding a Virginia Slim. You could always hear the twinkle of her many silver bracelets as she drank her sweet tea or played with her great-grandbabies. Gail was one of the last of a glamorous, very lively era. She had many friends and will be missed by all who knew her. She was a loving wife and the very best mother that her four children could ever ask for. During good times and bad times, she always made everything seem better for her family. In lieu of a visitation, the family will welcome friends to Gail's home, 18466 Plank Rd., Courtland, VA on 16 May from 5 PM to 8 PM. A graveside service will be held on 17 May at 2 PM at the Barn Tavern Cemetery in Sebrell on Carys Bridge Rd. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Southampton Historical Society, c/o Lynda Updike, 33335 Statesville Rd., Newsoms, Virginia, 23874. The family would like to thank her wonderful caregivers for their love and support. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Gail Paige Bunch Camp | |---------|---------------------------------| | Age | 87 years | | Birth | 17 February 1935; Boykins, VA | | Death | 12 May 2022; Courtland, VA | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |---------------------------|-----------------------|--------------------------------| | Gail Paige Bunch Camp | Decedent | Courtland, VA | | Stafford Vermont Camp III | Spouse | -- | | Thomas Waverly Bunch | Parent | -- | | Virginia Bunch | Parent | -- | | Stafford Cass Camp | Child | Unknown | | Waverly Scott Camp | Child | Unknown | | Amanda Vermont Camp | Child | Unknown | | Mason Clay Herman | Child | Unknown | | Michalann Camp Cole | Grandchild | Unknown | | Stafford Carson | Grandchild | Unknown | | Lakota James | Grandchild | Unknown | | Vincent Vermont | Grandchild | Unknown | | Logan Maxwell | Grandchild | Unknown | | Suzette Carpenito | Sibling | -- | | Kelly Carpenito | Predeceased Niece | -- | | Lisa Carpenito | Niece | Unknown | | Stacey Carpenito | Niece | Unknown | | Toni Carpenito | Niece | Unknown | | Manual Williams | Family Friend | Unknown | | Linwood Turner | Family Friend | Unknown | ### Other Relevant Information 1. Gail Bunch Camp was born on 17 February 1935 in Boykins, VA. 2. She graduated from Richmond Polytechnic Institute (now known as VCU), where she was a star basketball player. 3. Gail worked as a teacher and social worker, teaching in both Franklin and in a one-room schoolhouse in McCoy (Blacksburg). 4. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and supported the Southampton Historical Society. 5. Gail was involved with the Country Acres Garden Club and was a member of Sebrell United Methodist Church and later St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Courtland. 6. She was a passionate supporter of Virginia Tech, VCU, and Southampton Academy, of which she was a founding member. 7. Gail enjoyed cooking, gardening, and spending time at the beach, often wearing her Jackie O sunglasses. 8. She was known for her hospitality and made everyone who visited feel welcome.