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WORCESTER - John J. Russell, 64, of Worcester, died Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at the Golden Living Hermitage Nursing Center after a long illness.
He leaves his children, Kathleen E. Russell and Luke F. Russell and his former wife, Cynthia (Carrigan) Russell all of Worcester; his brother, Peter M. Russell and his wife Karen DeMichele of Southborough, a niece Victoria Russell of South Boston, a nephew Samuel Russell of Southborough, and a nephew, Marc Russell of Shrewsbury.
His brother David Russell died in 1980.
John was born in Worcester, son of the late John E. and Margaret (Manning) Russell and lived in Worcester all his life. He graduated from St. John's High School in Shrewsbury and Clark University.
John was a production engineer at Data General Co. in Westborough for many years. He later worked in systems management for Nynex. Many years ago, he worked for Meola's and Deer Hill dairies.
He was a former member of the Christ the King Knights of Columbus Council.
John collected antique radios and loved following all sports.
Calling hours are Wednesday, October 15 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Athy Memorial Home, 111 Lancaster St., Worcester. The funeral will be Thursday, October 16 from the funeral home with a Mass at 10 a.m. in Christ the King Church, 1052 Pleasant St., Worcester. Burial will in St. John's Cemetery will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Russell
Chuck O'Neil
October 19, 2014
I just learned of John's passing, so sorry to hear of it and sorrier still that we lost contact over the years since He left Data General. He was a kind and gentle soul in my life, and I will always remember the time we worked together with fondness. Hoping that these few inadequate words can somehow bring comfort to all of you.
Jeffrey Maher
October 15, 2014
Dear peter and Karen, so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you at this difficult time. Jeff maher
Paul Sullivan
October 15, 2014
To Peter and Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of John. He was a good guy and I will remember all of you in my prayers during you time of sorrow. RIP, John
Respectfully,
Paul Sullivan
Lindsay Quillen
October 15, 2014
It was such a pleasure to be able to sit and talk with John, to get him to smile and laugh. I'll think of him every time NCIS is on tv - or a commercial of it for that matter. What a blessing to have known him.
Thoughts and prayers with all of his family during this time of loss.
Stephanie Major
October 15, 2014
Dear Marc: I'm so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and the entire Russell Family during this sad time.
Kevin & Ann Marie Sweeten
October 15, 2014
Cindy, Luke, & Kathleen, our hearts are heavy this morning, when we read of John's passing. Many wonderful memories in the day. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with
you and the Russell famiy.
Jean Powers
October 14, 2014
Cindy, Kathleen and Luke,
My deepest condolences to you all. May John rest in peace.
The Carnazza Family
October 14, 2014
A good friend for many years, lots of good memories. Our thoughts and prays
are with the family.
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