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Michael Russo Obituary
He was the beloved son of Lynda Artesani of Rumford and Michael H. Russo of Coventry. He was the cherished brother of Tammy Russo. Michael was the great-grandson of Mildred LeBlanc of Warwick. He was the maternal grandson of Catherine & David Dumais of Coventry and the late Richard LeBlanc. He was the paternal grandson of Lillian Russo of Warren and the late Angelo Russo. He leaves behind many aunts, uncles and cousins.
The burial will be private. Friends and family and anyone who was touched by Michael's heart can donate to the RI SPCA in his memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Russo
PEG DAVIS
August 20, 2008
To Lynda, Mike & Tammy,
A family's grief is one of life's greatest tests. I just read over all the entries and am heartbroken all over again. I have years of fond memories about Mike, some not so fond but rather amusing. When you feel up to hearing the amusing stories I will be more than happy to share them with you. He was my son's best friend and although I tried to keep them apart, the effort was futile. He was faithful to him to the end. I will miss his smile and kind heart and saddened for you all.
God Bless you.
Joyce Moody
August 19, 2008
Lynda & Tammy,
I was so shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. You will always have fond and loving memories of Mike. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kevin Worthley
August 19, 2008
Linda & Tammy,
We were very saddened to hear about Michael and hope your memories of him comfort you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Fondly,
Kevin, Karen, Dave & Sam
RPC-Warwick
Faith Sprague
August 11, 2008
Dear Tammy & Family:
I'm so sorry to hear about your brother's passing--losing someone special is heartbreaking--I will keep you and your family in my prayers--may God Bless You All.
Faith Sprague (Peter's Mom) (Foster, RI)
Bev (Reilly) Dion
August 10, 2008
Lynda, Tammy, Cathy, David and Mike,
My deepest sympathy to all of you at this time of tragedy. May you find comfort knowing others care and feel your pain. Sincerely and with sympathy,
Alicia Nero
August 9, 2008
My deepest sympathies to mikes family. I am so sorry for your loss. Mike will be here always in spirit and memories that will we will never forget. Peace and love.
Kara Nero
August 9, 2008
To Mikes family, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that you will find comfort in the memories you have of him. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. To Mike, I will never forget you. You were my first boyfriend in the third grade and you gave me my first peck on the cheek. I will never forget all the trouble you caused and all the fun times we had. We were really close for a long time and I will cherish the memories of you forever. There will always be a special place in my heart for you and I hope that you are in a better place now. RIP Mike, you will be missed dearly.
the desjarlais family
August 8, 2008
to the family of mike russo we are so sorry for your loss are hearts and prayers are with you at this time just hold on to his memories that will make you stronger
amanda venticinque
August 8, 2008
mike i know we havent been in contact recently but u were one of my best friends at one point. i was in shock when i heard the news. i took out every single letter u ever wrote me and sat in my room and just kept reading them over and over and over. and i still cant believe that ur gone. all i have lefrt are our memories and our silly pictures we used to always take with eachother. i love u russo and i will miss u and think of u every single day.
Destinee Pimentel
August 8, 2008
Saying goodbye is never easy
It's the hardest thing to do
But what hurts even more
Is not the chance to say it to you.
Yesterday is just a memory
Our laughter was sunny and bright
Then clouds started to gather
For you were no where in sight.
You were so special to me
And this I will never forget
How you left without a warning
No good-byes, my only regret.
If again I must go there
And experience all the pain
I would do it in a minute
For all the good that I would gain.
No matter what my wrongs
You offered only love
Until the day you left me
For your new home up above.
I know you still are with me
Your love is within my heart
Though life is no longer present
Our souls will never part.
This is given to you in honor
Of all that we did share
I just wanted you to know,
How much I really did care.
I miss you so much Mike, More than words could EVER describe.
RIP Baby. To Mike"s family, I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was such a good person. The short time that him and I spent together were some of the best times of my life. He will be greatly missed.
stacy desjarlais & chris bates
August 7, 2008
to the family of mike russo, i am very sorry for your loss. Mike was a great person and will be deeply missed by many people. my prayers are with you in your time of need.
Korey Paul
August 7, 2008
R.I.P Russo
Melissa Avery
August 7, 2008
mike i am so sorry that this had to happen! it shouldnt have been you! i know we havent talked in a long time and i just pray everyday that you understood! i miss you like crazy and i just wanted you to know that no mater what had happend with us i will alwyas love you mike!!! i will think of you everyday and i just hope that your in a better place!
your in gods hands now and i am sure you will look down on us with love and care...
i will keep all of our memories together close to my heart forever! </3
Sivi Almeida
August 7, 2008
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal"
To Linda and Mike Artesani, Tammy and Mr. Russo.
Please accept my condolences for such a loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda, always remember ...
You may have lost a son but you gain an angel.
Kim Cavanaugh
August 7, 2008
RIP Russo....You Will Be Missed....
Shayna Drinkuth (Grady)
August 6, 2008
Gosh Mike, I haven't seen you in ages and now you're gone. It truly breaks my heart. I remember our kindergarten graduation where we all had to say our names and when it was your turn, we heard a yell from the back "MIKEY RUSSO!". You made everyone laugh and it's something I'll remember forever. My deepest condolences to the Russo family; he will be missed greatly. RIP "Mikey".
Jenn Sniezek
August 6, 2008
Dear Tammy,
I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Alicia Turcotte
August 6, 2008
To Mike's Family,
I'm truly sorry about your lost! He was a good kid and great with kids! Mike were going to miss you and them sunglasses! we love you always!!!!
Jona,Sara,&April Moretti
August 6, 2008
We love ya like a lil bro,you will never be forgotten.Rest in Peace
Lori Earley
August 6, 2008
You will always be in my thoughts and prayers
Debbie Winsor
August 6, 2008
Dear Mikie,,,,,A nice thought I have constantly of you and my 3 kids is the day you all made the vidio movie together, that brings a smile to me I'll never forget..Lynne, Tammy, and Mike Sr...My heart will be strong for you...Debbie & Jim Winsor
Kristen Topp
August 6, 2008
Wow..its nuts, you were a good kid and didnt deserve any of this..May you RIP Russo, always in my thoughts, you will be truly missed!! My condolences go out to the Russo family during this tough time..
Jenn Resende
August 6, 2008
To Mike's Family & Friends, I am deeply sorry for your loss. I hadn't seen Mike in a few years, but I remember him as being very nice and very sweet. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this tragic time.
Mona Anderson
August 6, 2008
Lynda,
Just got home & was told about Michael. I am stunned & truly sorry for your loss. I know how hard the last few years have been. I will call you. Please accept Bob's & my sympathy.
Mona
Joan Bowen
August 6, 2008
Mike, you have been in our thoughts and prayers everyday, our deepest sympathies to you and your family.If you need anything please call us. Love, Joan and Bob
Mallory
August 6, 2008
Damn man....I havent seen you in ages but we had some real good times back in high school...I'll remember you in my prayers, along with all the others that have passed on....much love Mikey
Rachael Mancuso
August 6, 2008
RIP Russo you will be missed by everyone!
Angela Lowell
August 6, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Christin Balch
August 6, 2008
Rest in Peace...love and miss ya always
Christin Balch & Greg Thibedau
August 6, 2008
You will be missed, we will never forget you.
Tammi
August 6, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Dana Healey
August 6, 2008
I am so sorry about this terrible loss. Mike and I were close. At one point I lived at his house. May God be with you all.
CASSIE BARNARD
August 6, 2008
SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS. I USED TO HANG OUT WITH MIKE WHEN I WAS ABOUT 14, I AM 24 NOW. I REMEMBER WHEN HE BOUGHT ME A RING POP AND PUT IT ON MY FINGER AND TOLD ME WE WERE MARRIED!! HE WAS A GOOD KID!! AGAIN I AM TRUELY VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS!!!
Alan & Marie Bullock
August 6, 2008
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Melissa Masterson
August 6, 2008
We will miss you dearly you will always be in our hearts.
Justin Chevalier
August 6, 2008
I will always have u in my mind Mike, we're all gonna miss u!!
Deb Ferrante
August 6, 2008
Dear Tammy,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We think of you often. Our hearts go out to you at this most difficult time.
Your friends at the Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center
Evelyn Palumbo
August 6, 2008
Lynda, Mike and family:
we are so very sorry to read about your son......Our sincere sympathy.
Evelyn & Anthony Palumbo
Jeff Lemois and Katie Paul
August 6, 2008
To Mike's Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike will always be in our heart.
alan gianfrancesco
August 6, 2008
dear tammy, erna and i are so sorry for the loss of your brother. erna is finding it so hard to go to the wake as the loss of her brother is still effecting her. we wish you and your family condolences and are thinking about you. if there is anything we can do......... alan and erna.
amy palazzo
August 6, 2008
To mikes family I am truely sorry for your loss. Mike was always good to me and he will be deeply missed.
Adam Kohl
August 6, 2008
Miss you buddy...rest in peace
Linda Cook
August 6, 2008
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
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