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Russell Shirley Obituary
Russell Shirley
May 15, 1962 - Dec. 5, 2023
ELKO - Russell Shirley, 61, passed away unexpectedly on December 5, 2023.
He was born in Salida, CO on May 15, 1962 to Robert and Lois (Campbell) Shirley and moved to Elko in 1988 to work for Barrick Goldstrike Mine.
Russ was soft spoken and someone who was always like by all. He was an incredible father and enjoyed sharing his love of NASCAR with his daughter.
He leaves behind his daugher, Suzie Shirley; and two sisters. He is proceeded in death by his son, Ryan Shirley and his parents.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Elko Senior Center on on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Please come share your memories of Russ as we say goodbye.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Christopher Renner
February 10, 2024
Rusty was my cousin and in our childhood we spent many hours doing what children do: playing. I have very fond memories of vacations spent in Salida and exploring the mountains. His father always knew of new places to explore in the canyons up in the mountains. My mother pretty much raised Rusty´s mother, Lois, so if we didn´t go to Colorado, Bob and Lois would come to Kansas. After attending Rusty´s sister´s wedding when I was in college, I did see him again until my own mother´s funeral in 1997. Sadly, I never got to Nevada, nor he back to Kansas. Rest well my friend.
Jill Chapman
February 7, 2024
I am so sorry to hear this news - I worked with Russ for many years and loved him - prayers to the family!
Terry Zambuto
February 6, 2024
Enjoyed knowing Russ for over 30 plus years, just a sad day not to see him anymore.
May you R.I.P my friend !!!
John Williams
January 30, 2024
Russ always had a positive, peaceful, calming spirit. His words and actions were uplifting and inspiring.
Vern Blessing
January 30, 2024
So very glad to have known Russ all those years at Goldstrike. Always had a smile and a kind word.
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