Photo courtesy of Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory - Crystal Lake
Crystal lake, Illinois
1944 - 2015
Russell Oakley Harden, 71, of Crystal Lake, died Friday June 5, 2015 in Hinsdale.
He was born on May 21, 1944 to George and Florence Harden in Ottawa, Illinois.
Russell most enjoyed spending time with his family and friends; he also loved to ride his Harley.
Russell is survived by his loving children, Jackie (Jeff) Tessar, Russell Harden Jr., and Michael Harden; grandchildren, Tanya Montgomery, Serena and Gabrielle Harden, Ashley Harden, and Michael Harden Jr.; great grandson, Branden Beake; brothers, Don Harden Sr., Harvey (Patty) Harden, Robert (Ronna) Harden, and George (Gaylene) Harden; sisters, Jeannie (Larry) Bastia, Charmaine (Tom) Kelly and Bogie (John) Smuthers; and nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his wife; his brothers, Dennis Harden, and Lyle Harden; sister, Carol Harden; and sister-in-law, Billy Harden.
Visitation will be held from 4-8p.m., Friday, June 12 at Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 419 E. Terra Cotta Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014.
Funeral service will be held at 10a.m., Saturday, June 13 at the funeral home where a procession will form for a burial which will be held at Windridge Memorial Park, Cary following the service.
Russell loved his Harley and shared his stories with us. He will be missed, but not forgotten. (Member of McHenry County Chapter)
James & Mickey Jewell
June 24, 2015 | Marion, TX
i'm sorry for your loss. my prayers to the whole Harden family. rest in peace Russell
June 14, 2015
I'll miss you so much uncle Rus.
Kiana Harden
June 13, 2015 | Lake In The Hills, IL
I love you, Uncle Russ!!
Naomi Walker
June 13, 2015 | Dallas, TX
to the family of Russellespecially Jackie who took care of my best patient , my deepest condolence ! May you Rest in peace! My prayers, you are now free of pain and in Lords loving arms!
alicia canceran
June 12, 2015 | Hinsdale, IL
We will miss your smiling face, your silly jokes, and all the love you had to share with us. We love and miss you Uncle Russell. Say hello to Mom for us! Lots of love from Alaska.
Jessica Harmon
June 12, 2015 | Anchorage, AK
Russel your Florida friends will miss you RIP my friend
Robin Spina
June 12, 2015 | Chicago, IL
R.I.P. Big Russ
George Jensen
June 12, 2015 | Punta Gorda, FL
sorry for your loss Great memories with the Harden Clan
Danny Koura
June 10, 2015 | Dayton, NV