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Robert Russell Obituary
59 years old, born March 10, 1952 in Mayfield, Kentucky, passed away on March 14, 2011 in Scottsdale, Arizona surrounded by family. Robert met his beloved wife Guyann, in Garland, Texas where they grew up and they were life long members of the Church of Christ. Married in May 1973, Robert then began his career with UPS and Guyann taught elementary school in Richardson, Texas and in San Antonio, Texas. In 1980 their first son, Clint Russell was born and in 1984 their second son, Cole Russell was born. Robert worked for 36 years as district controller with UPS and retired in February 2007. Many career moves led him to insurmountable friendships from coast to coast. Six States later, Robert and Guyann found and settled into their haven in Scottsdale, Arizona, where they love to entertain and enjoy friends and family. Robert is survived by his wife, Guyann of 37 years; his two sons, Clint (Lindsay) and granddaughter Hyler; Cole (Maryann); his mother, Bobby Russell; brother Jeff; sister Ginger Reuland; and his 3 nieces and 2 nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Bill Russell. Memorial service will be held 2 PM Thursday March 17, 2011 at Messinger Pinnacle Peak Mortuary, 8555 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85255. Donations and contributions to Cancer Research Institute www.cancerresearch.org "Our journey has been unbelievable and for that we all are so blessed."
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Clint
March 10, 2023
Miss ya dad. Wish you were here.
March 10, 2020
Dear Guyann and family. I think of Eddie and all of you often. Thank you Eddie for all the wonderful good times, and always being such a good neighbor and friend! Ann and Jerry Jarvis
joe duca
February 2, 2020
Guyanne, Sad and unexpected sometimes what one can find on google. As you know, Bob and I started our UPS journey together almost 50 years ago. Even though it has been years ago that we all hung out together, he was an unforgettable friend and co- worker. Our memories together will always be remembered.
Katie McAdams
May 6, 2011
Dear Guyann, Clint and Cole,
I was so sad to learn of your loss. (I don't have your address so I hope you will see this one day.) Evan always had so many wonderful and happy things to say about your family and I feel we are friends in some way. You have been in my thoughts and I hope your memories, friends and family are bringing you comfort.
With sympathy,
Diane Brooks
April 6, 2011
Guyann,
We feel blessed to have known Eddie (Bob)and enjoyed the visits to your home in Brighton. Eddie (Bob) was a wonderful person inside and out and will dearly be missed. We will always remember his laugh and smile.
Diane and Larry Brooks
Golfing in LasVegas
Clint Russell
April 4, 2011
Bert Herzog
March 31, 2011
Dear Guyann, Clint, and Cole,
Eddie, Eddie Russell. Whenever I hear his name it will always bring a smile to my face. That is just the type of guy Eddie was. We will miss his warm smile, great sense of humor, his neighborly way, and his clean garage. Eddie and Guyann were big contributors to the neighborhood and did it with no complaints and with a great sense of humor. Judy and I truly hope that all of you find peace during this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Judy and Bert, Christine, Natalie, and Butch
Judy and Mike Britt
March 29, 2011
Dear Guyann and family,
Your loss is too great to understand ~ but great sorrow and great love go hand in hand.
Eddie was a true gentleman and a wonderful person. We always enjoyed talking to him. His eyes would light up when talking about his family, and he truly adored you, Guyann. He will be missed greatly.
We are so thankful to have had the opportunity to meet both of you. I will always remember how you spearheaded all the social events in our new neighborhood to bring everyone together....and all the while Eddie taking all your directions and doing whatever you told him needed to be done!
Please know we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Judy and Mike
March 29, 2011
Dear GuyAnn, we were so blessed to have both you and Eddie move into our neighborhood. We were so fortunate to visit both of you in Arizona and have some quality time together. We will miss Eddie but will always remember his great sense of humor and warm smile. Love Judy and Bert Herzog
Ann and Jerry Jarvis
March 29, 2011
It has taken me a couple of days before writing because, quite honestly, there didn't seem to be any words that were big enough or good enough for Eddie Russell. Ed had such a huge presence in our lives. Everything he did was huge or it wasn't Ed. When Ed drove all of us to the airport for spring vacation, nope - it wasn't just in a car; he drove all three families of us in a big rented van to an airport five hours away - boy that was a fun trip. Then, walking in the dark of night in downtown old Cancun, when the rest of us were lost and bewildered, Ed simply and confidently said "Follow me.", and we did, like little ducklings in a row. That was Ed, always the leader, always keeping everyone safe. And when Ed ordered beer, no, it wasn't just a beer, he always ordred a "bucket of beers" to share with everybody. And his gardens - huge. Not one, but a multitude of bountiful, colorful gardens, perfectly manicured,and of course he shared his secret gardening tips. Grilling, huge - Ed grilled at our subdivision picnics, not just for a couple of people, but happily for the entire neighborhood, hundreds of hamburgers and hotdogs until were all fed. As we all know - friends and admirers, not just in MI, IN, TX or AZ but it seems every state in the country. Yes, Ed has a huge following and so well-deserved. Thank you Ed. Everything about you was huge, your generousity, your mentoring, your friendship, and your tireless commitment to all around you, especially your family. Now, you will always be hugely in our hearts and souls.
Fondly ad with love,
Ann and Jerry Jarvis
Chuck Weickert
March 28, 2011
My sympathy goes out to the Russell family for the loss of Bob. I enjoyed working with him over the years. I always enjoyed being around Bob. He was a very good partner and friend. He had a good sense of humor that always made you smile. God Bless!
Steve Popp
March 28, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Bob was a great partner and good person. I am very sorry for your loss.
Doug Dudek
March 27, 2011
I was saddened to hear of Bob's passing. I remember most his sense of humor as a way to relieve the stress and pressures. He was a good man and I am sure a great husband and father that will be missed.
Rod & Stephanie Hyler
March 27, 2011
When Lindsay introduced us to Clint there was a feeling I got from Clint that I could not put my finger on. It was not until I was introduced to Eddie and Guyann that I would put two and two together and realise what I felt the first time I met Clint. It was the son of a father. The father that Eddie was to Clint shined through to his son. His love for his boys was unmistakable. He raised Clint to be the man that he was. Eddie and I got along just great. Neither of us had much to say and expected little from me as I did from him. He will be missed greatly. He was always the gracious host. Family get together will never be quite the same, as we will miss his presence but forever keep his memory in our heart. Our sympathy is with all of Eddie’s family.
God bless
Rod & Stephanie Hyler
March 27, 2011
Dear Guyann and family,
My heart goes out to you during this sad time. I pray the Lord will comfort you with His love, your wonderful memories, and hope for your futures.
I am so thankful I was able to see Eddie, Guyann, Clint,and Lindsay so recently. Please know I am keeping you all in my prayers.
Love,
Elly
Jim Schulte
March 27, 2011
Your time was short but the legacy you leave will live forever. The values, Family, Integrity, Loyalty, you lived daily will live on with those you have touched. You will be missed my friend.
Stu & Sharon Virgin
March 27, 2011
Guyann, We are saddened to learn of the passing of Eddie. I considered him a true friend. We orginally met in San Antonio when he was the accounting office manager. I was happy to see him come to Upstate N.Y. He was a good fit for the job in Finanace and Accounting. We had some good times talking cars and work. Always enjoyed the visits to the frig in the garage. If it wasn't for Eddie's involvement in the Indy 500 while you were in Indiana, I don't think I would had had a chance to attend the race. But because of Eddie, I attended several and enjoyed them all. I will always remember Eddie telling stories and then laughing harder than anyone. He was a fun guy to be around and will be missed.
Stu Virgin
We remember the times all of us were together in Syracuse. You two were so loving and courageous to take our teenage daughter, Kris, into your home in her senior year. We had been transferred to Toronto and she didn't want to follow us. Clint and Cole accepted her as their sister. Eddie just went along like a good husband and father.
Many happy memories!!!
Sharon Virgin
Andy Martinez
March 27, 2011
Everybody dies, but not everybody lives-
Eddie lived life to the fullest. We have all learned a thing or two from Eddie and those things have all made us a better person. That's what Eddie did. I am truly thankful and honored to have had the opportunity to meet and know Eddie for more than a decade. The life of Eddie will be celebrated and remembered through laughs and memories shared with him. You are missed and forever in our hearts.
March 26, 2011
Bob, as I knew him, was a great friend and valued business partner. But it went beyond that. He was a classy guy with a wonderfully dry sense of humor. Having met his sons (and played some golf with them) it was obvious that he was also very good at being a dad. At his side, Guyann was also a classy lady and they made a great couple. I am proud to have the family as friends and will miss Bob. Time and distance can cause us to lose touch, but cannot alter the fact that we have lost a great friend. My sympaty goes out to his family. Mike Clark, Cape Coral, Florida
Carl & Pat Matusiak
March 26, 2011
Eddie, you found your "window" ... you will live on in your family and friends... we are all better people for having shared in your journey. May we never take a moment for granted. Rest in peace dear friend.
Matt Trandel
March 26, 2011
"Death ends a life, not a relationship." ~Robert Benchley
For everyone who had a relationship with Eddie, that relationship lives on. Guyann will always be his wife, Clint and Cole will always be his sons, Hyler will always be his granddaughter and Eddie's friends will always be his friends. All of his relationships helped shaped who he was and who he became. Our relationships with Eddie helped shape who we are and what we will become. He treated me like a man from the moment he met me. Then showed me what it really took to be a man. I am truly thankful for my friendship with Eddie. He will be celebrated.
Lindsay Russell
March 26, 2011
Dad, you will live in our hearts forever. We love you and will always cherish the precious memories that we created as a family. The values that you raised your family on will be passed on through the generations of our family. Your love and laughter will be shared with our children and they will know their grandad through our love and the memories that we share with them.
Forever in our hearts,
Clint, Lindsay, Hyler & BoBo
Aaron Boskovich
March 25, 2011
I was always slighted intimidated by Mr. Russell. When Clint and I were devolving into what has become a lifelong relationship… I remember Eddie in his Garage smoking Winston’s & drinking Coors. He had confidence, was friendly & talkative, and an obvious great role model. I also remember a time he nailed a basement window shut right in the middle of one of Clint’s HS parties. He could be very assertive & powerful. He was a good man. A good father. And I am so glad Clint could spend his post-college years laughing with his father. It’s how I wish I could have spent mine.
Warmest Regards & Deepest Regrets,
Aaron Boskovich.
Aaron Boskovich
March 25, 2011
I was always slighted intimidated by Mr. Russell. When Clint and I were devolving into what has become a lifelong relationship… I remember Eddie in his Garage smoking Winston's & drinking Coors. He had confidence, was friendly & talkative, and an obvious great role model. I also remember a time he nailed a basement window shut right in the middle of one of Clint's HS parties. He could be very assertive & powerful. He was a good man. A good father. And I am so glad Clint could spend his post-college years laughing with his father. It's how I wish I could have spent mine.
Warmest Regards & Deepest Regrets,
Aaron Boskovich.
Ann and Richard Harlow
March 16, 2011
Our heartfelt sympathy to Guyann and the family. I'll always think of Eddie standing, never sitting, in the kitchen, and his "man-cave" in the garage. He was a wonderful family man who treasured Guyann and his sons. We're thinking of you at this very sad time.
David & Alice Blackwell
March 16, 2011
We will forever be grateful to Bob for the interest he took in my career and many others at UPS. He helped so many of us further our careers with the company. The things we have in life today are greatly due to Bob's kindness and interest in others. He treated myself and everyone who worked for him as family as did Guyann. I will never forget your opening your home to us. We have wonderful memories to cherish from those gatherings. We were blessed to have you all in our lives during your time in Indiana. We will remember all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Lesli Gallagher
March 16, 2011
I will forever be grateful to Ed for the amazing friend he was to my parents, especially during difficult times. It is not surprising to me that he made insurmountable friendships from coast to coast throughout his career. I will remember him as a person of great character, a kind soul, and a remarkable friend. My thoughts are with his family.
Lew and Linda Rawles
March 16, 2011
Ed has been a wonderful friend and will be missed by all. Guyann and family will be in our thoughts and prayers for always. Lew will miss Ed on the golf course followed by wings at Zipps. Linda will miss his smile and get togethers over food and beverages. Ed will be loved and remembered always.
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