Age 98, formerly of St. Paul. Loving Dad & Grandpa, passed away on October 31, 2024. 

Preceded in death by wife, Verna; 4 siblings. Survived by children, David (Zoe), Patrice (Lance) Vandelinde, Julie (Jason) Tusler; grandchildren, Kaleb, Jacob (Christen), Madelyn (Mackynzie), Zachary, Christina, Stephan, Gahret; nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends. 

Russell was a proud World War II Army veteran. After serving his country he returned home to the East Side of St. Paul and worked as a butcher for 46 years. He was an avid golfer, bowler and bingo player. 

Russell’s life will be celebrated with a gathering from 4-8 PM Tuesday, November 5th at Roberts Family Funeral Home, Forest Lake. Private interment at St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Little Canada. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the family.