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Donald F. Russell Donald F. Russell, 67, of Erie, died Tuesday, February 6, 2007 at Millcreek Community Hospital after an extended illness. He was born in Los Angeles, Calif. on May 5, 1939, the son of the late David and Maxine Quaid Russell. He lived in the Erie area for 41 years. Don worked at Zurn Industries until his retirement after 29 years. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Joyce E. Pedersen Russell. Also surviving are his children, Tami A. Russell-Brown and her husband, Edward, Bryan A. Russell, Donald A. Russell and his wife Becky, all of Erie. Also surviving is a daughter-in-law, Mary Russell, of Erie; two sisters, Pat Pilcher and Margaret Russell of Calif.; 1 brother Edgar Russell of Calif.; grandchildren, Michael Kimmy, Justin Russell, Danielle Russell, Tommy Russell, Abigail Brown, Rachel Brown, Angela Russell, Ricky Russell; and one great-grandson. One son, Michael Russell; and one brother, David Russell; preceded him in death. Friends may call at the Dusckas-Martin Funeral Home, Inc., 4216 Sterrettania Rd., on Thursday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., and are invited there on Saturday at 11 a.m. for the funeral service. Interment Laurel Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, 3524 W. 26th St., Erie, PA 16506. Sign the guestbook at www.GoErie.com/obits.

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Published by Erie Times-News from Feb. 8 to Feb. 9, 2007.

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Jen Maguire

February 12, 2007

Donny, Becky, & Family
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your Father.Life doesn't seem fair when you have to go through the pain of losing a loved one, but We hope that knowing you have friends that love and care for you can help just a little bit.You are all in our prayers
Sincerley,
Jen, Ron & Andreanna

Hippy, Brenda, Rickki, & Anthony Taylor

February 11, 2007

Joyce, Tami, Bryan, Donny, Becky & Family. Don was ONE OF A KIND, we loved him very much and he will always have a special place in our hearts. He will be missed by all. I am glad we were here for the service to pay our respects. I hope you all find peace with all the loving memories you have of him. We love you all.

TRACY DIBELLO

February 10, 2007

Bryan and family, I am so sorry for the lose of your loved one. May god bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. With our deepest sympathy DAVE,TRACY AND KEYAN DIBELLO

Gordon Seaburg

February 9, 2007

On behalf of all the cousins in the Lars Johan Belin Family, we are sorry to hear of Don's passing. Our condolence to you Joyce and to all of the Russell Family.

Marianna & Bob Bafik

February 9, 2007

Donny & Becky, Our sympathies to you and your family on the recent death of your father. We Love You.

justin kamats

February 8, 2007

donnie and becky,
i love u guys. u have my condolences. i wish i could have been there for u.

scott moss

February 8, 2007

Brian, my condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father i had spoken to lynne and she had conveyed the news i know how much you did for your father and how tough it is right now only time will heal. Take care Brian.

Rick Michaels

February 8, 2007

Donnie & Becky, My sympathy to you and your family on the recent death of your father. Together we can get through these difficult times. See you soon.

Neal & Tracy Chipoletti

February 8, 2007

Dear Russell family and friends,

I was so sorry to hear of Don's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. If there is anything we can do to ease your burdons, please let us know.

Cathy & Chris Laughlin

February 8, 2007

Donnie, Becky, Tammy & Family,

I am so sorry to learn of your Dad's, Grampa's, Husband's passing. After just recently losing my Dad I feel the pain and sadness you are feeling. Know your family will be in our prayers. I am sorry that we couldn't be there with you, but I am glad Brenda and Hippy can be to support you at this, your time of sorrow.

Martha and Tony Tarkowski

February 8, 2007

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU.ALL OUR LOVE ,TONY ,MARTHA ,MIKE AND CASSIE TARKOWSKI

Debby Croft

February 8, 2007

Tami,

I was sorry to hear of your father's death. Know that you and your family are in my prayers.

Elaine Reed

February 8, 2007

Bryan and family,
What a sad time for your family. I am so sorry for your loss. I cetainly understand the agony in losing a parent, and hope that you gain strength in your dads memories.
Take care of each other.
Elaine

Jay Chipoletti

February 8, 2007

All,
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad, (husband, grampa..etc.)I wish to offer my condolences.
Jay Chipoletti and family.

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