Rev. Dr. Morgan McCampbell Jr.

March 10, 1947 - December 19, 2021

Morgan McCampbell, Jr. a.k.a. “Fella Man” was born on March 10, 1947 to Morgan McCampbell, Sr. (deceased) and Ethel Bell Archie McCampbell (deceased) in Safford, AL. Morgan Jr. leaves to foster his memory, a devoted and dedicated wife of 53 years, Gladys West McCampbell. Within this union, 3 children were born: Yolanda Renée (Daniel), McDonough, GA, Chelsia Mortrece, McDonough, GA. Preceded in death, Morgan III. One granddaughter, Morgan NaKya Coleman, McDonough, GA. One goddaughter, Le’Doree Laverne Phillips, Los Angeles, CA. Rev. McCampbell was extremely ambitious and outgoing. He accepted Christ at a very young age. As a teenager, Morgan preached his first sermon and later became an ordained minister. He served the Lord as a Pastor in the A.M.E. Zion denomination at numerous churches. Rev. McCampbell also served honorably on the Episcopal Committee for many years. This is the committee that elects Bishops. His commitment has always been to God and the flock. In many situations, he was assigned to stagnant undeveloped churches. His motto was to teach Christians to “do” and not just “sit”. Education was most important and Dr. McCampbell recognized this early. He used his education to inspire others. The following accomplishments were received: High School Diploma, Keith High School, Orrville, AL, 1966. Associate of Arts, Lomax Hannon Jr. College, Greenville, AL, 1968 Bachelor of Science, Alabama Christian School of Religion, Montgomery, AL, 1970 Masters of Science, Alabama Christian School of Religion, Montgomery, AL, 1972 Doctor of Divinity, International Bible Institute and Seminary, Orlando, FL, 1980 Rev. McCampbell also did further studies at: Alabama State University, Montgomery, AL, A.U.M. (Auburn at Montgomery), and Livingstone College, Salisbury, NC. Leadership and Personality High School Level: President of Senior Class President of Speech Club Undergraduate Level: Member of Phi Gamma Mu Honor Society Member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Member of International Masonry 33rd Degree Graduate Level: After being nominated by his doting niece, Patricia Farrior, he was named “Man of The Year” in Who’s Who Publication of America. Given a Key to the City of Los Angeles, CA from Mayor Tom Bradley, the first Afro-American Mayor of the county. Rev. McCampbell served as Pastor of the following Churches: Welcome A.M.E. Zion Church, Alberta, AL Mt. Zion (Wilcox) A.M.E. Zion Church, Prairie, AL Hilliard Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, Montgomery, AL Weeping Mary A.M.E. Zion Church, Montgomery, AL Ebenezer A.M.E. Zion Church, Montgomery, AL Moores Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, Lapine, AL Clinton Memorial Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, Selma, AL Slades Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, Morganton, NC Thomas Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, Hendersonville, NC First A.M.E. Zion Cathedral, Los Angeles, CA Founder, Leader and Pastor of V.C.B.M. (Victorious Christian Bible Ministries) In addition to V.C.B.M., he also created a Tract Ministry that reached over 40,000 individuals in Los Angeles and around the country. Morgan leaves behind four Siblings to cherish his precious memories: Samuel “Sam” (Linda - Deceased) McCampbell, Montgomery, AL; Ethel Lee McCampbell, Selma, AL; Carlene “Brenda” (Finest) Earley, Detroit MI; Freddie (Elizabeth “Liz”) McCampbell, Selma, AL. Preceded him death, Parents: Morgan McCampbell, Sr. and Ethel Bell Archie McCampbell. Brothers and Sisters: Robert James McCampbell , Eddie James McCampbell, Annie Pearl McCampbell Moore, Bertha Mae Gibbs-Williams, Aree Elizabeth McCampbell (Mikki) and Louise Stith. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Two very special and dedicated nieces: Patricia “Pat” Williams Farrior and Malisia “Lisa” McCampbell Howard. A special and loving Nephew and Personal Barber: Sedrick Howard.