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McCAMMON, CHARLES S., M.D.

May 1, 2014 12 Condolences

McCAMMON,

Dr. Charles S. McCammon, 94, a career medical officer in the U.S. Public Health Service, died on May 1, 2014.  He was born on November 6, 1919 in Maryville, TN, and graduated from Maryville College.  He received his medical degree from Vanderbilt University in 1945 and a master’s in Public Health Administration from the University of California, Berkeley in 1952 and became board certified in preventive medicine and public health in 1954. Charles spent the majority of his career as a physician and administrator in the Indian Health Service supporting the health of numerous Indian Nations.  His last duty assignment was as Area Director, Arizona Area, Indian Health Service 1966-1977.  When he retired, he held the rank of USPHS Captain. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Mary Thornburgh McCammon and five children:  Laura of Tucson, Charles, Jr. of Littleton CO (Jane), Phil of Scottsdale (Diane), Mark of San Antonio, TX (Karen), and Sara McCammon Perdue of Midway, KY (Kevin).  He was blessed with eight grandchildren: Nielle, Sam, Kate, Hannah, Mac, Maure, Robert and Marie and one great-grandchild—Jack.  Family was extremely important to him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Effa McCammon of Maryville, TN and his daughter-in-law Patricia, mother of Maure. Charles was an avid horseman and loved to hunt and camp.  He was a student of Indian and Western history.  Since retirement, he has written articles on Western history and edited a book about two East Tennessee Regiments during the Civil War. Visitation will be held at 1:00pm with a Funeral Service at 2:00pm, Saturday, May 3, 2014 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Rd, Phoenix.  Interment will be in Maryville, TN.  In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be made to St Mary’s Food Bank, Arizona Humane Society or a favorite charity.

 

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  1. Glenn & Linda Brockman

    May 2, 2014 at 12:19 am

    We are so very sorry and want to offer our sincere condolences at this sad time for everyone in the family. Laura know that we care and are here for you anytime.
    Love,
    Glenn & Linda

  2. Craig Brown

    May 2, 2014 at 8:41 am

    Dear Laura, your father led a fulfilling life. Take comfort he is at peace now. Much love.

    Craig

  3. Lynn and Steve Karason

    May 2, 2014 at 1:26 pm

    Dr. McCammon was a beloved family man and that came across to all of us that had the privilege of knowing him. He will be missed. Our love and best to Laura and the entire family.

    Lynn and Steve

  4. Georgia Tooms

    May 2, 2014 at 1:28 pm

    Every day I unfurl the flag of our great Nation from a pole in front of my house. Today, it is flying at half mast. That gesture is the least I can do to honor the memory of an intelligent and remarkable man, who was one-of-a-kind. Dr. McCammon dearly loved his wife and family, as well as his country, evidenced through devoted service to the health of Native Americans. I never told him, but Dr. Mac was my “pretend” Uncle. I treasure all my memories of him which span over forty years. While deeply saddened by his passing, I celebrate with thankfulness his many years among us. My thoughts and prayers are focused on you, Mrs. Mary, and all your family. May the remembrance of his contributions of goodness to his fellowman, comfort you now and in the future. With love and affection, Georgia Beth

  5. Larry and Renee O'Farrell

    May 2, 2014 at 3:52 pm

    Dear Laura,

    At this sad time, we send you and your family our heartfelt condolences on the passing of this deeply loved and remarkable man.

    Larry and Renee

  6. Joyce Ragland

    May 2, 2014 at 5:00 pm

    Laura, I see the family resemblance. What a remarkable individual your father was. Deepest condolences to you and your family.

  7. Aud Berggraf Sæbø and Terje Sæbø

    May 3, 2014 at 2:36 am

    We send the family our warmest condolences and a big hug for you Laura who brought us to visit your parents in Phonix. We will never forget the hospitallity your father and mother showed us – and we fall in love with them both at once. May your father rest in peace – it was great to get to know him. Lots of love from Aud and Terje in Norway

  8. Jo Kenny

    May 3, 2014 at 9:27 am

    To all the McCammon family: “Uncle Charles” was an amazing man whose loss will be felt by many. I admired him and Uncle John Thornburg above all in my extended family. My heart and prayers are with each of you.
    Fond regards,
    Jo

  9. Isolde (Susie) Davidson

    May 3, 2014 at 6:13 pm

    Laura, I did not know your father but heard you speak of him lovingly many times. Ron and I send our sympathies and blessings to you and your whole family as you mourn your loss. Again, regrets that I could not attend the funeral–we are both still recovering from a nasty norovirus (says the doc).

    Love, Susie and Ron

  10. Fern Lee

    May 4, 2014 at 12:03 pm

    He was so kind to the new little girl in the neighborhood.
    Sweet man. Good dad. Condolences to all the family for this great loss.

  11. Tom Hales

    July 7, 2014 at 11:33 am

    Chuck:

    So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing.
    You and Jane spoke so fondly of him.
    I know you will miss him, but he lived a remarkably long and productive life. Hang in there.

    Tom Hales

  12. Arnold P. Gass MD

    June 8, 2020 at 3:03 pm

    In preparing a presenation on my 3 years in IHS, I decided to look up Dr. McCammon – the Area Director in Phoenix when I was an officer in the IHS in San Carlos (1970-73, 1973 as Service Unit Director.) He was a wonderfully supportive and nuturing leader for me as well as our young physician staff. I particularly remember the one week we spent in Tucson when I was taking the SUD training course. He directed us with a velvet glove, not an iron fist, and was always available when we had questions.

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