Wilford Lance "Bill" Russell

Birth date: Mar 28, 1938 Death date: Apr 26, 2007

CLARENDON SERVICES - 2:30 pm on Sunday, April 29, 2007 in Robertson Chapel Of Memories with Rev. Darrell Burton, Pastor of Martin Baptist Church, officiating. CREMATION - Tuesday, May 1, 2007 at City View Crematory in Vega. Mr. Ru Read Obituary

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Sherrie Karet Of Lakewood, Co

961w ago

Dear Jackie,I was really saddened to hear about Russ. If I could have traveled down to Texas ro be with you, I would have, but my thoughts and heart are with you. Russ was a really good guy.....I have heard many many many stories from Judy about you and Vicki and Autumn and Gray and Julie........I was glad I had a chance to finally meet Russ....I almost feel like part of the family.....I love you my dear and am sending you a hug and would encourage you as I have for years to Judy.....someone needs to be writing down the experiences of your family.......I have heard them verbally over and over again........they make me laugh....they make me cry.......I love all of Judy's stories.....and I think the world needs to hear them.....they are wonderful.....and it is a good way for you to ALWAYS REMEMBER!Well enough.......thinking of youSherrie Karet

Jesse Of Colorado Springs, Colorado

962w ago

When I found out my grandpa had passed, I was full of sadness but as I reflected on the times I spent with him, I realized if he were with me and saw me crying he would probably tell me to stop whining. So, I put my feelings into a poem....My GrandpaBy: Jesse VogelgesangAlthough his death made us sad,thoughts of rememberance can make us glad.I did not know him all that well,he loved me and I him as you can tell.You all cared and loved him too, and he loved you back through and through.He was there for us thour good and bad,he was a great grandfather and a rockin dad.A loyal friend to be by your side,somone to trust and in which to confide.We loved him a bunch and this we knew,he loved us back through and through.

Linda Of Pampa, Texas

964w ago

To Bill's precious family, my sincere condolences. Bill was such a pleasure to know and to listen to. He had such a grand view of life and had such a rich history of life experiences. He enjoyed his fellow man and shared his humor and his wit with all who knew him. I now he will be missed. How fortunate for you, his family, to have shared his joy for living and his appreciation for each of you.Sincerely,Linda

Amy (Morrow) Mcclure Of Tampa, Florida

965w ago

Dear Jackie and Family, Russ was a wonderful addition to our family. I cannot remember a time or moment I shared with Russ that was not memorable. He was a gem of a man who loved my sister, my niece and nephews with all of his heart. And he made room in that heart for his grandchildren and others. He leaves this Earth with love and adoration of so many and he will truly be missed. Love, Amy

Teddye Compton Of Del City, Oklahoma

965w ago

Dear Jackie, I met you first in Colorado thru your Sister Judi.As you know I have loved all of your family -- Know that you will be in my prayers. Peace and many Blessings,To All Our RelationsTeddye Compton

Ron Swonger Of San Diego

965w ago

Our prayers go out to you Aunt Jackie the children. We are sorry for your lost. I pray that God brings you comfort and peace. We love you, our deepest Condolences...Ron and Mandy Swonger

Rick Rose Of Denver

965w ago

My condolences in Your time of loss, I only knew Russ in the stories that Judy had told me and I think that I had missed meeting someone that I would have liked.

Honey Lee French Of Colorado Springs, Co

965w ago

I knew Russ through Judy Rider, his sister-in-law. All I ever heard about this man was what a great person he was and how hard he worked. My prayers are with the family for their loss. Love & Light to all.

Molly Martino Of Canton, Ohio

965w ago

First of all, my condolences to my sister Jackie & her family over this great loss. Russ protected his flock like no other as these loved ones meant the world to him. Russ was a take-charge person & you just had confidence in his presense. He was so many things. He honored our country with his long military career which took him to far away places. Some of those tours had high risk potentials for harm. Russ was meant to survive those many precarious events. God had other plans for him & I believe Russ was in safe hands at the get-go. Russ, an excellant story teller whether it be truth or fiction. He sure could capture your attention! He was so blessed & gifted with his writings. There's so much more to say. I'm counting on those that read this & the other memories listed, are already in tune with who Russ was in this life & know the impact he had on everyone he met. My prayers are for the family & may God calm their aching hearts at this time of great despair. We loved Russ & our memories of him will be forever planted in our hearts & minds. My sympathy to all. Love,Molly

Judy Rider Of Denver, Co

965w ago

Russ (as I always knew him) was not only my dear friend, he was my brother-in-law married to my dear sister Jackie. We all met in July, 1962 in Port Hueneme, CA, not knowing how intertwined our lives would become over the next 4 decades. He was a loyal, supportive friend to me, as I hope I was to him. My sister, Jackie, and their kids, grandkids and now great-grandkids were most important to him. His family looked to him when they needed guidance or help in solving problems - he was never too busy to listen and offer up his ideas. I will miss this very special man who gave us so much and cared so deeply about all of us. Vaya con dios, mi amigo.

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