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Thomas J. Camp, Sr.

  • January 2, 2012
  • Virginia Beach, Virginia
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“Although I only met Tommy a couple of times, I felt I knew him through Jo, his other (or better?!)half. A pleasant person, an anchor for some, and...Read More » ”
1 of 15 | Posted by: Tammy Seipel - Virginia Beach, VA

“Tom, My favorite memories of you were when you came to see my mom. You were always so special, our 'Navy' cousin. You also took time to talk to...Read More » ”
2 of 15 | Posted by: Valerie (Radecki)Fanning - CT

“Goodbye Cousin, You lived life as you wished and in your lifetime made us all proud of your contributions to our country while in the Navy. Go in...Read More » ”
3 of 15 | Posted by: Donna Radecki - Milford, CT

“HERES TO THE GOOD TIMES, AND PRETTY MUCH ALL THAT I CAN REMEMBER ARE THE GOOD TIMES. MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY AND...Read More » ”
4 of 15 | Posted by: Marcus Lind - norfolk, VA

“My uncle Tommy was a lot of things both good and bad to a lot of people, but for a wide eyed little boy from Connecticut he was larger than life. The...Read More » ”
5 of 15 | Posted by: christopher cozza - hamden, CT

“The fishing community lost a legend ”
6 of 15 | Posted by: Bill Fantin - Va Beach, VA

“We know how hard it is to lose a Brother, but it is even harder to lose a Husband and Father. Tommy's work here on earth was completed and the Lord...Read More » ”
7 of 15 | Posted by: Charlie & Patti Camp - Gordon, WI

“Me and my brother, Scott are so sorry for your family's loss. I have a feeling he is up there with my dad (Jim) sharing there stories. Much love from...Read More » ”
8 of 15 | Posted by: Lynn Marshall - Chesapeake, VA

“I am so sorry to hear about my uncle Tommy. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family. ”
9 of 15 | Posted by: Dawn (Camp) Pierce - Janesville, WI

“I babysat the little Camps and Mr.Camp babysat my first son while working on his Chevy station wagon that he gave me one day.I was gone several years...Read More » ”
10 of 15 | Posted by: Pamela Credle - virginia beach, VA

“My thoughts and prayers are with the family. ”
11 of 15 | Posted by: Martha Lauer (Camp) - Milton, WI

“My condolences to the family of Thomas Camp (Old Baldy), when he was actively fishing I looked forward to hearing his fish-tales and also him sharing...Read More » ”
12 of 15 | Posted by: LINDA SIMMONS/ABNB FEDERAL CU - VA

“Sorry to hear about Tommy's last fishing trip. We will always remember him as a "Gentle Ben" not the "Big Bad Bear" that he wanted others to think...Read More » ”
13 of 15 | Posted by: Betty & Forbes Braithwaite - NC

“We are so very sorry for your loss. Tommy was one of our dearest friends for many years and our memories of him are many. Had it not been for Tommy...Read More » ”
14 of 15 | Posted by: Cuyler & Audrey Heath - NC

“VFW Post 392, Staff and members prayers are with you. ”
15 of 15 | Posted by: Post Chaplain Post VFW 392 - VA


Thomas J. (Captain Tommy) Camp, Sr., 75, left this earth for better fishing grounds on Monday. Retired Navy Chief BT, Tommy received many letters of thanks from Admirals and a United States President for contributions outside the norm. Tommy was ordained by the US Coast Guard as Captain Camp, and expertly piloted many boats, large and small, in the capacity-research vessels for Virginia Institute of Marine Science, launch boats, and private charter boats, in addition to pleasure fishing vessels for family and friends. His knowledge of the sea and angling was unsurpassed, and he unselfishly shared secrets with anyone who wanted to know. Tommy is survived by his wife, JoAnn (Jo) Camp; and a huge bunch of his and hers adult offspring, all of whom he loved unconditionally: Sons Thomas Camp, Jr. and wife Clara, John Camp, Richard Camp and wife Sherry, and daughter Lisa Warren. Sons Mike Overton (deceased), Tommy Overton and wife Loyce, and Will Overton, and daughters Kathy Pardue, Nancy Dauer and husband Steve Stafford, Linda Beecher, and Dorothy Mullins and husband Fred. Grandchildren and great-grandchildren are too numerous to be listed here, but no less treasured. He is also survived by siblings: Brothers "Ray" and wife Betsy, "Wally" and wife Barbara, "Charlie" and wife Peggy, and sister Karen Cozza and husband/beloved brother-in-law Johnny. Services will be held at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, 1264 N. Great Neck Road, Virginia Beach at 6:00 p.m. Thursday, January 5, 2012. Reception to follow at The Reef Lounge. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital or Tidewater Food Bank.