Frederick H. Kampf II of Southampton Dies August 14

Frederick H. Kampf II died peacefully at his home in Southampton on August 14. He was 84.

He was born on July 3, 1940, in Southampton, to Helen and John Kampf. He graduated from Southampton High School in 1958, and enlisted in the U.S. Army right after graduation. He proudly served his country.

He will be remembered by friends and family for his commitment, dedication, service, friendship, love for helping others, and warm welcoming persona. He was a gentle loving husband and father who always encouraged his children to pursue their dreams and was proud of every accomplishment they and his grandchildren achieved, his family said.

He was a dedicated member of the community as shown by his passion for his work at the Southampton Post Office, over 50 years of service in the Southampton Fire Department, and being a caretaker of many homes around Southampton.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Kathleen; his sons, Michael and Vincent; his daughter, Robin; his grandchildren, Michael, Joseph, Raelyn and Tyler; and his siblings, Robert, Betty Ann, Helen, Therese, and Mary Ann.

A wake was held on August 18 at The O’Connell-Rothwell Funeral Home in Southampton. A Southampton Fire Department Firematic Service was held during the evening hours. A funeral Mass was celebrated on August 19 at the Basilica Parish of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary in Southampton, followed by full U.S. Army military honors. A private cremation followed.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Southampton Volunteer Fireman’s Benevolent Association Inc, PO Box 499 Southampton, NY 11969; or to the Center for Parkinson’s Disease at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital (southampton.stonybrookmedicine.edu) in memory of Frederick H. Kampf II.