Benjamin "Ben" Campbell Raybould
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Benjamin "Ben" Campbell Raybould

  • December 25, 2011
  • Albuquerque, New Mexico
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“Dear Dave, Linda, Megan and Kat, We send our love and prayers at this very difficult time...we know how very difficult that this is after losing...Read More » ”
1 of 8 | Posted by: Tim and Patsy Beck and the Beck Family - NM

“Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Mary Ellen Menapace from Roy Betsy Heiser...Read More » ”
2 of 8 | Posted by: Betsy Heiser - Albuquerque, NM

“We are deeply sorry to hear about the death of Uncle Ben. As you grieve know that we are remembering you and honoring the memory of him. Our hearts...Read More » ”
3 of 8 | Posted by: Harry Raybould care of his daughter Lori Malec (Raybould) - PA

“Ede, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers and ask God to bless and comfort you and your family. Carole Wintheiser ”
4 of 8 | Posted by: Carole Wintheiser - Albuquerque, NM

“I was so saddened to pick up the Albuquerque Journal and see of Ben's passing the first time I remember Ben was before he and Ede were married and I...Read More » ”
5 of 8 | Posted by: Tom Grady Jr. - Roswell, NM

“To: Mark and the Raybould Family, Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your father. Words fail to express the support I wish to...Read More » ”
6 of 8 | Posted by: Scott Sandoval - NM

“On behalf of the French Family of Companies, we express our deepest condolences. ”
7 of 8 | Posted by: Dante Gutierrez-Zamora

“Great man. Great memories. You will be missed Uncle Ben. Love, Freddy & Carol ”
8 of 8 | Posted by: Fred and Carol Davenport - AZ


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Benjamin "Ben" Campbell Raybould, born in Pottsville, Pennsylvania on February 21, 1922, to Jane Treasure Thomas and William Arthur Raybould. He was the youngest of 4 children, William, Harry, Elizabeth and Ben. Ben graduated from Pottsville High School in 1940. After the attack on Pearl Harbor, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He was part of the commissioning crew of the aircraft carrier USS Essex, and honorably served in the South Pacific as an Aviation Mechanic/Second Class CC, and also served as an aircraft gunner. In 1949, Ben moved to New Mexico and worked for the Mountain States Telephone Company for 35 years. Beginning his employment as a lineman, he ultimately found his niche in the marketing department for commercial and government contracts. Ben met his future wife, Edith (Ede) Davenport, while singing in the choir at Central United Methodist Church, and they were married on August 5, 1951, at the same church. Ben and Ede shared over 60 wonderful years together and were blessed with four children and six grandchildren. Admired for his beautiful tenor voice, Ben was asked numerous times to sing at weddings and funerals, and he frequently soloed at both Trinity UMC and St. John's UMC. During the Christmas season, his family especially holds dear the memory of his singing of "Oh Holy Night!" at Christmas Eve services. Although Ben loved blessing the Lord and others with his musical giftings, following his retirement he found extraordinary fulfillment in service to others. He was a dedicated volunteer for Meals on Wheels. While his clients were appreciative of warm meals, they were more appreciative of his endearing laugh, warm conversation and untiring kindness. Ben also gave of his time and energy to install Life Lines for Presbyterian Hospital and volunteer at the Pioneer Telephone Company Museum. Before his health declined, he was an active member of the Men's Group at St. John's. Ben was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Those who knew him cherished him and will forever hold his memory and noble example of generous living close to their hearts. Ben is survived by his beloved wife, Ede; his children, David and Linda Raybould and their daughters, Megan and Kathryn, Mark Raybould, Bob and Heidi Raybould and their daughters, Kelsey and Kendra, and Mark and Lisa Dalton and their children, Mallory and Benjamin. He is also survived by his older sister, Elizabeth, as well as several nephews and nieces, all in Pennsylvania. Services will be held at St. John's United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona St. NE, Albuquerque, on Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. Private interment will take place at Solano Cemetery in Solano, NM. Anyone wishing to make a gift in Ben's name is free to choose a charity that is special to the donor.