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Gordon Wallace Russell

Portola valley, California

May 16, 1933 – Nov 25, 2023

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BORN
May 16, 1933
DIED
November 25, 2023
LOCATION
Portola valley, California

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Home Submit Obituary Search Browse Memorial EmailGordon RussellMay 16, 1933-Nov. 25, 2023Portola Valley, CaliforniaIn a room filled with family and classical music, Gordon W Russell, beloved patriarch, philanthropist and humanist died peacefully on November 25 after a short illness. He is...

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I share in the family sorrow. Gordon was a remarkable man who did extraordinary things to leave the world a better place.

I was very sorry to hear about Gordon's death. He was certainly one of the greats in our industry and had a well-deserved reputation for integrity and philanthropy. Gordon recruited me to my first venture-backed company and unflinchingly stood by me and the company through thick and thin. He had a great sense of humor and always managed to break the tension with a good story! Later in life, we crossed paths when I was Mayor of Woodside and tried to help with some issues. Again, Gordon...

Gordie was one of a kind. Truly special in the best sense of the word. I feel honored to call him my friend.