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Vincent Russo Obituary
90, passed away April 14, 2016 in Fountain Hills, AZ. Born January 30, 1926 in Brooklyn, he attended Columbia College, Hobart & William Smith and the University of Rochester, receiving his MD from the Long Island School of Medicine. He married the love of his life, violinist Vera Ippolito, in 1945. A Navy veteran, he was ship's physician during the Korean War and later served at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. He practiced in Fonda, then in 1959 the family of 7 moved to Poughkeepsie. An orthopedic surgeon, he was one of the 1st to perform total hip replacement surgery. In 1979, they moved to Fountain Hills as Chief of the Residency Program, Phoenix VA and entered private practice with his son in 1985. Dr. Russo continued as medical consultant for the Social Security Administration until 2013. Vincent lost Vera in 1997, and despite the heartache continued an extraordinary life including medical service in Africa. His daily quest for knowledge was seen in his passion for painting, sculpture, music and all things historical while inspiring his ever-growing family. Survivors include Dr. Vincent and Janie Russo of Paradise Valley, Rina and Ken Creta, Val Stasik and Randy Beard, Ginny and Jim Dickey, and Vanessa and Dan Davisson, all of Fountain Hills, plus 15 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Celebration of life 10 AM April 22 at Messinger Fountain Hills, 12065 N Saguaro Blvd, Fountain Hills 85268. Please consider donating to Fountain Hills Theater, PO Box 18312, Fountain Hills 85269 www.fountainhillstheater.com or Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E Flower St, Phx 85014 www.hov.org.
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Timothy Gambacorta
April 21, 2016
I remember Dr. Russo as he was the next door neighbor to my parent's home in fountain hills. He always had a smile on his face and will be deeply missed. My prayers go out to his family at this most difficult time.
Rick Romley
April 21, 2016
Our deepest condolences. Our Prayers are with the family at this difficult time.
Rick & Carol Romley
Kathie Kelly
April 21, 2016
What an amazing man! His talent, wisdom and humor are evidenced in his wonderful children. My condolences to you all.
Debra LeBouton
April 20, 2016
You will missed by so many. The support and wisdom you shared was above and beyond. Be in peace and love.
Debra LeBouton
April 20, 2016
You will be missed by many. I so enjoyed your support and wisdom! Be in peace and love.
Stephanie Scivolette-Shaw
April 20, 2016
Ginny,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. May he RIP.
Mary Howard
April 20, 2016
RIP Dr Russo. I grew up having juvenile arthritis. Various times my knees would fill up with fluid and I was unable to walk. My mom would get me into Dr. Russo's office and I would watch him tap the fluid off of my knees. And I would walk out on my own with no problem. I know to some people this just seems like a little thing but to a 20-year-old person he was my savior. I'm happy he lived a long healthy life with a huge loving family. Mary Howard
Sharon Dennid
April 20, 2016
My condolences to all of the extended Russo clan. What an amazing legacy of creativity intelligence and talent left by your father thru his five children and many grandchildren & great-grandchildren.
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