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Russell J. CROSBY Jr.

Cottage Grove, Minnesota

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Age 57, of Woodbury Died peacefully in his sleep on April 6, 2015 after a long 5 year battle with cancer. Preceded in death by parents; and sister, Prudence Crotty. Survived by wife, Patty; daughter, Jenna (Mike) Ruggles; grandchildren, Lexus, Zachery and Leana; sisters; Linda (Vern) Schmidt,...

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Dear Crosby Family, I grew up and hung around with Shirley Crosby. Lots of great childhood memories. I have not seen you in many years. I remember Russ well, what a great guy. The only boy and all those girls! I worked with Betty at Yarusso's and have fond memories of her too. I am so sorry for your loss. My sister Denice and I send our sincere sympathy.

Russ I am glad I got to spend time with you. You were a great man, loving husband, father and a loving grandpa. You will be dearly missed by all. Crosby and Brown family sorry for your lose. Russ will be deeply missed by all. RIP Russ Michelle Taylor

Patty, sorry for your loss. Bill Roppeau

So sorry Patty I always loved hanging with Russ, you and your family are in my thoughts & prayers.

A light has gone out in the world. The internal optimist with a zest for life. You were such a giver and kind to all. I will miss your smile,laughter and friendship. Russell,you will be missed by many.

Patty- I am in shock- I am so sorry- if there is anything Walt or I can do- Please let us know- My Prayers and Thoughts are with all of you-You have my number call me any time I don't care what time it is-I will be there- Take Care and see you Saturday

So sorry to hear about another childhood friend lost. He was a lot of fun growing up with on the lower eastside and a pretty good athlete with a easy going temperament and good since of humor.

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Daddy I love you so much & I miss you terribly already. I do not understand why you were taken so soon from us & why you had to go through so much pain. I am very thankful that you are no longer in pain, & that I was able to see you this weekend. I wish I could have helped. I will always talk to you so I hope you listen, I promise to share all my memories with my kids. We all love you so much, you will be very missed - but we will take care of mom. Mike is heartbroken but doing a great...