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Mose Russo Obituary
Russo, 83
SEBAGO -- Mose Angelo, 83, of Sebago, died on Dec. 20, 2010, with family members by his side.
He was born in Portland, the son of Ciro and Josephine Russo. Mose attended Portland High School and Hebron Academy. He furthered his education at Tufts University and graduated from University of Maine at Orono where he received his master's degree.
Mose served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. On June 21, 1952, he married Theresa Josephine Myers at St. Mary's Church in Westbrook. He was employed by SD Warren in Westbrook for 38+ years as a research chemist.
Mose loved the Sebago Lake area as a child and moved his family up to North Sebago in 1969. He loved his community and family by volunteering his time and efforts in the Sebago Rescue, Cub Scout Troop 114, Lions Club, SAD 61 School Board Member and St. Joseph's of Bridgton Knights of Columbus. Mose was a former communicant of St. Joseph's Church of Bridgton and Our Lady of Sebago Chapel.
He was predeceased by his parents; and a brother, Leonard Russo. He was a wonderful and caring family man and a loving husband. Survivors include his beloved wife, Theresa Josephine of Sebago of 58 years; four sons, Mose Russo Jr. and his wife Eileen of Myrtle Beach, S.C., Mark Russo and his wife Lindajean of Sebago, Paul Russo and his wife Kelly of Durham, and Francis Russo and his wife Eileen of Bridgton, his two daughters, Maria Walker and her husband Randy of Sebago, and Teresa Stein and her husband Michael of Scarborough; 12 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a time of visitation on Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010, from 4 to 7 p.m., at Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home, 199 Woodford St., Portland. Prayers will be recited on Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010, at 10:15 a.m., at the funeral home, to be followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Peters Roman Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. A reception for relatives and friends will immediately follow at the Woodfords Club, 179 Woodford St., Portland.
Those desiring may make
memorial contributions to:
Sebago Rescue
4 Town Pit Rd.
Sebago, Maine 04029
Mose Angelo Russo
Jones, Rich & Hutchins
Funeral Home & Cremation Service
775-3763
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Memories and Condolences
for Mose Russo
January 9, 2011
I will always have a candle going
Daddy little girl
June Heggeman
December 28, 2010
Maria,
I didn't know your dad, but from all I have read here, and all you have shared over the years, I know he was a wonderful man. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Laura Raposa
December 26, 2010
My mother always spoke so lovingly of her cousin, Mose, and all the fun they had at Sebago Lake as children. Our thoughts are with you all.
Philip Russo
December 26, 2010
Thank you for being part of some the most wonderful memories of my lifetime.
Ciro Russo III
December 25, 2010
I'm sorry I was not able to come to pay my respects to Uncle Mose and see everyone. I think of you often.
Ciro III
Ashley Marston
December 23, 2010
I didn't know you very well because I just came into your life but from what I saw you were a good man and had a loving family that cared a lot about you. You will never get to know your great-grandchild and this saddens me, but we will never let him forget you. Rest in peace grampy Russo. You will be dearly missed.
Thomas Cole
December 23, 2010
Dear Russo Family: We are very sorry for your loss. I remember when I first met Mr. Russo and talking with him about computers and his then state-of-the-art Commodore 64. It was a very nice service yesterday. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love Tom, Gina, Alisha, Emily, Hannah & Thomas Cole
Gerard "Jerry" Russo Jr.
December 22, 2010
Aunt Theresa and Family.
Uncle Mose's was the best!
I will always remeber him for his sharing. You could not ask for a better Uncle. To say that he will be missed is an under statement!
Love
Jerry
December 22, 2010
to my great great Grampe i thank my mom and dad for making me you first great grampe and i am your faviote. Love You Always Zack Mark Marston Russo Jr.
Brenda Myers
December 22, 2010
Aunt Theresa and Cousins Uncle Mose's memory will live on in all our hearts forever. He will never be forgotten and we love all of you.
The Myers Family
Grace Cintron
December 22, 2010
Dear Teresa and Family,
Sorry to hear about my cousin Mose. I have fond memories of babysitting your children many years ago. You have my deepest sympathy at this sad time for you.
Love,
Your Cousin Grace and Art
Mélanie
December 22, 2010
Teresa, siblings and Ms. Russo:
I'm very sorry to hear about Mr. Russo's passing. I've heard from Teresa great stories about him as a man and as a Dad. He sure left a mark on the lives of those he met. What a great guide in this journey of life.
He will always be in your thoughts and in your hearts.
My sincere condolences to you in this time of grief.
Shane Ellis
December 21, 2010
Dearest Theresa and family,
We are so sorry to learn of Mose's death. We have such fond memories of you both. You and Mose were like a second family for us all. Mum and Dad so enjoyed having you as friends and neighbors. Mose was a wonderful husband and father, such a great role model for all of us. We know how much you all will miss him.
All of our love,
The McGeough's
(Shane, Joe, Billy, and Mike)
December 21, 2010
Theresa and family so sorry to hear of Moses passing, I know he will be missed . Our sympathy to all
Tom & Charlene Blakey
December 21, 2010
Dec. 21, 2010
Mo was my best "buddy" in Research throughout 20 long years. A more sincere, thoroughly likeable guy ever existed. Mo was known as the first to lend a helping hand whenever and wherever needed.
A perfect family man, he adored his Theresa and children who responded in kind.
Mo will remain an unforgettable cherished memory in the hearts of all whose lives he touched. We were blessed!
Georgette & Bill Flaherty
Marianna Russo
December 21, 2010
So sorry to hear about Mose keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers
Ida Russo
December 21, 2010
Theresa, I am glad that we had a chance to talk this morning. I am so sad not to be there for you, but unfortunately, my health is not allowing me to travel and I have some medical procedures tomorrow which Rosemary is taking me to. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I also lost Joe at Christmas time and I know what a difficult time this must be for you, your children and grandchildren; but it is never a good time. All my love and please keep in touch. I am so happy that I was able to see you all when Leonard and his wife, Dina, took me up to Maine to visit recently. I am so happy I had that time with Mose. Love and prayers to you and your family. God Bless. Aunt Ida
Philip Russo
December 21, 2010
We in California have just learned of your husband and father's death. We send our condolences. Philip (Joe and Ida's son) Russo .....now residing in California with my new wife, Sheila, and her 2 children.
Joseph Russo
December 21, 2010
My children and I were very sad to hear that Mose had passed away. My childhood memories are of you all and Sebago. My mom always spoke so much of her sister's (Josephine's) and her brother-in-law (Ciro's) children (Mose, Leonard, Ciro and Girard) and how they were like her own.
With love,
Joe Russo and children (Sara, Danielle, Jennifer, Danny, Laura Anna, Jackie and Joe Joe)
Ed & Millie McDonough
December 21, 2010
Theresa and family: So sorry for your loss. May God give you strength during this most difficult time.
December 21, 2010
Dear Teresa and children, our deepest and heartfelt sympathy. There couldn't have been a more loving husband, father, or role model of a gentleman than your beloved Mose. Our love, Leonard & Dina
December 21, 2010
Cindy Russo
December 21, 2010
Teresa and family, I am so, so sad to hear of Mose's passing. So many fond memories on Sebago Lake with our families will live on in my heart for ever!
With my deepest sympathy and sorrow.
Your cousin,
Cindy Russo
Rosemary Russo
December 21, 2010
I was so sad to hear the news last night. Rose called while I was at the doctors with my mom. Ida is sad not to be able to come today and tomorrow, but isn't well
enough to travel. My condolances to all the family.
Love, cousin, Rosemary and husband, Bob.
Hugs to you all at this sad time.
Harriman Family
December 21, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
The McAfee family
December 21, 2010
Teresa and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
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