Russell-Carlisle-Obituary

Russell E. Carlisle

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

1930 - 2021

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Russell E. "Rusty" Carlisle rose to the light to march with the Lord on November 17, 2021 at his home in Ft Lauderdale, Florida. He was born in Indianapolis on December 21, 1930.Rusty moved to Ft Lauderdale in 1944 with his family, the former Mayor Malcolm Carlisle, Swimming Hall of Fame Dame...

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I worked for Mr Carlisle as a legal secretary and it was my pleasure to do so. He was a brilliant attorney, but also a kind gentleman, in every sense of the word. May God Bless both him and his family Michele Johnson Orl5

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To Russ´s family and friends, It was with great sadness to learn of Russ´s passing. As a past president of the Broward Co Bar Association, I reflect on Russ´s many contributions to the legal community, both locally, statewide, and beyond, and how we all looked to him for advice and counsel over the years, which he gave so freely. Russ was the Broward Bar´s local treasure as he continued to inspire us throughout his long and distinguished legal career, including his unfailing commitment to...

To: Russell´s Family, I was deeply saddened and stunned this morning to learn of Russ´s passing. Please accept my profound condolences. I first met Russ in 1969 when he was elected to The Florida Bar Board of Governors. I was elected to the Presidency that year. He came to my office to congratulate me. During those "Bar years", we worked together very closely. He did so many great things! Along with Col. Norman Faulkner, they were able to bring the IOTA program to our State with...

Jimmy and I want to express our sincere condolences. Russ was a special friend during our active Florida Bar days. He was a man of huge integrity and concern for others, and his leadership has left its mark in the community. We need more Russell Carlisles.

Please accept our most sincere condolences from the Holm family. We were next door neighbors from 1960 to 1970 in Plantation. We recall our times together with great fondness. The years pass so quickly. May Mr. Carlisle rest in peace. Jay (Jamie) Holm

We join the family of this legal giant in mourning his loss. His gentle humor and vast knowledge and respect for the law will be his legacy. May his memory be a blessing and a comfort to his family and friends.

Russell was the first to encourage me to practice law in Fort Laudedale, a decision I´ve never regretted. He was an outstanding lawyer, dedicated to service to our profession and the clients we serve. Rest In Peace, my friend.