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Napoleon RUSS Obituary
He was born on Feb. 25,1934, in Buckatunna, Miss. He attended school in Wilmington, Del., graduated from Central State College in Ohio, and received his nursing degree from William Beaumont Hospital, El Paso, Texas.
Napoleon was a faithful member of Langley Air Force Base Chapel, a lifetime member of Kappa Alpha Psi, a member of Cherry Blossom Lodge #42, a Howard High School Alumnus, and a Virginia Choral Society
member.
Napoleon served in the U.S. Army for 27 years. He retired from Fort Eustis where he served as the Casualty and Mortuary Affairs Officer.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Vera Russ; and his father, Howard Wilson.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 46 years, Estella Russ; two sisters, Vera Gladney and Joan Lewis of Wilmington, Del.; six sisters-in-law, Daisy Wilson of Randallstown, Md., Doris Cevis of Street, Md., Barbara Cherry (Sherman) of Riverdale, Ga., Edna Cherry (Solomon) of Hampton, Va., Geraldine Davis (Edgar) Bel Air, Md., and Darthea Davis, Baltimore, Md.; two brothers-in-law, George Davis and John Davis of Hampton, Va.; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Friends may visit from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 9, 2010, at Carter Funeral Home-Denbigh. The wake service will be at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010, at Langley Main Chapel, 181 Dodd Blvd. Langley Air Force Base.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity or the American Cancer Society.
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Memories and Condolences
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Janice Pullen
August 19, 2010
To Mrs. Estella Russ and family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Bro Russ. In spite of the pain, I remember you two would come into the Langley Chapel and light the place up with your humble spirits. I will keep your family lifted up in prayer as you walk into this new phase of your life. Take care of your heart dear lady because that is where you will find Bro. Russ until you meet again.
Very Respectfully,
August 9, 2010
To the Russ Family So sad to hear of Mr. Russ homegoing. I am your neighbor at 9 RendonDrive. I will miss see him outside. Mrs. Russ if I can ever do something for you just ask.
Deborah Parker
Pamela Harris
August 9, 2010
To Estella Russ & Family,
I was so deeply sorry to learn of Napoleon’s passing. He was such a very special person, and I am so glad that I had the privilege and honor of knowing him. Napoleon was kind, compassionate, caring and so very insightful. He was humble in sharing his years of wisdom and advice. His faith was steadfast. What I will ways remember about Uncle Napoleon is how very much he loved you and his family. I know that he will be missed beyond measure, and I do not know of any words that truly express my heartfelt sympathy to all of you during this most difficult time.
May you find comfort in the many wonderfully beautiful memories you have of Uncle Napoleon and in knowing that he rests without pain and ever so peacefully in God’s loving arms.
My thoughts and many prayers are with you.
Reverend Darry Echols
August 7, 2010
To The Russ Family:
When I was Chief of the Military Personnel Office, Fort Eustis, Virginia Mr. Russ was the Casualty and Mortuary Officer in the Personnel Actions Section. He was an excellent employee and could always be counted upon to be the epitome of a professional. I saw him a few years ago in the parking lot of the Base Exchange, Langley Air Force Base and little did I know that would be the last time I would see him. The world is a better place because of Napoleon T. Russ. May God bless you and may He continue to keep you in His care!
From the staff of Carter Funeral Home
August 7, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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