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James Ernest Russo

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James Russo Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Apr. 27 to Apr. 28, 2004.

RUSSO
District Justice James Ernest
On Saturday, April 24, 2004 of Bell Acres Boro. Husband of Carol A. McNally. Father of Kelli Marie Russo of Dunnellon, Fla. Brother of Joseph of New Sewickley, Louis A. of Andover, OH, Bruno M. of Aleppo Twp., William J. and Anthony E. both of Bell Acres, and Ernest Bruno of Wexford, PA. Predeceased by parents Ernest and Katherine Falvo Russo. Member of Masonic Lodge North Hills #716, Syria Shrine, and Naco Caravan. Friends received Tues. 6-9 pm and Wed. 2-4 and 7-9 pm RICHARD D. COLE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 328 Beaver St., Sewickley, PA 15143. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thurs. 10 am at St. James Catholic Church in Sewickley. FRIENDS ATTENDING FUNERAL ARE ASKED TO MEET AT CHURCH. Memorial Contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association, PO Box 2680, North Canton, OH 44720 and Masonic Lodge North Hills #716.
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May 25, 2004

Carol Russo posted to the memorial.

May 5, 2004

Thomas Martin posted to the memorial.

April 30, 2004

Karen Chapman posted to the memorial.

23 Entries

Carol Russo

May 25, 2004

Dear friends - thank you all so much for your condolences and kind words. Mary Rose your flowers were beautiful. Ricky - Allegheny Co. Dist Justices as well as the entire Association made Jimmy proud to be a member. (I will miss the annual conferences) I always thought Jimmy was the best at what he did -but thru these last few weeks I also learned how many,many people and lives he touched.

Kelli and I will never forget the overwhelming support we received from friends and community.

Carol & Kelli Russo

Thomas Martin

May 5, 2004

Judge Russo was a fine man and a well known leader among Pennsylvania's district justices. We, his many friends and colleagues, will greatly miss him. His special leadership abilities cannot be replaced.

Karen Chapman

April 30, 2004

John, J. D., Tommy and I were so sorry to hear about the judge's passing. He had such a powerful influence on our family. He will be in our prayers.

Charlene Reinard

April 30, 2004

Jimmy was a friend to all. When I moved to Sewickley in 1959 and became a "member" of his Aunt Yolanda's family I also became a good friend of "Ducky". We were friends for many years. I moved to Cincinnati but was fortunate enough to see Jimmy throughout the years. He will never be forgotten. My condolences to his entire extended family. Charlene

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jim rekowski

April 29, 2004

judge---god bless you, my condolences to your family.

you were always a great friend that i met 20years ago, when i worked at SESSION'S lounge in moon twp, and you would come up to see me and drink coffee. we had a lot of nice talks. god bless you judge....

Neal Rapp

April 29, 2004

My prayers go out to the family of Jimmy. I worked with Jimmy when I was 18 and formed many of my strong work and personal ethics based on his freindship and guidence. More than anything Jim was a good person who cared. I am proud that he gave me chance for a future.

David Buffington

April 29, 2004

I grew up knowing Judge (Jimmy) Russo. I stood @ the polls in Edgeworth for him from open till close, he never forgot that.The World has lost A Great Man. I have lost A Great Friend.

Your Honor, God Bless You !

Dave Schwab

April 28, 2004

My deepest sympathy to all the members of the Russo family. During my 31 years as a police officer it was my great fortune to bring cases before Jim. We have lost a true champion of justice.

Amelia Beadnell

April 28, 2004

A man who will greatly be missed in our community. Thanks for the memories Judge Russo. You always brought a smile to our faces!

Warren Cooley

April 28, 2004

I have known Jimmy for 20 years. I will miss our occassional visits in his office and frequent phone calls. He was a good man, and will be sorely missed.

Sharon Surrel

April 28, 2004

As a friend and in-law to Tony Russo, I wish to express my deepest sympathy in your time of sorrow. God be with you.

Joanne DeSanda

April 28, 2004

The people have suffered a great loss with the death of Judge Russo. I admire Jim for all his accomplishments in life. Judge Russo never forgot where he came from nor the fraility of the people who stood before him. He went the extra mile and helped the people overcome their brush with the law and did not fear punishing those who had no respect for the law.

Larry Donbar

April 27, 2004

My sympathy to the family. From an old friend.

Mary Rose Gamber

April 27, 2004

I called Jimmy not long ago to see how he was and the excitment in his voice that my simple phone call caused made me cry. Jimmy was my cousin and we were raised together. My sisters and I were like their own sisters. Jimmy especially was very protective of us and checked out anyone we dated. I can't imagine my life without this loving, wonderfull, caring person in it. I will miss him but am glad he was part of my life.

Sue HAGGERTY

April 27, 2004

My deepest Sympathy the the Russo family. He will be greatly missed. I truly appreciated all he has done for the District Justice Association. Sue Haggerty- District Justice

Tom & Sally Edkins

April 27, 2004

Oh how we loved you Jimmy, you will be missed..... Our prayers and thoughts are with the family...

Eileen Graff

April 27, 2004

Dear Carole and Family,

My deepest sympathy in your loss.

I'm sure he will be missed by all who knew him.

Our thoughts & prayers are with you.

Sincerely,

Eileen & Andy Graff and sons

Elissa Lang

April 27, 2004

Words can't express,

But Hearts can share,

Love & Prayers,

Elissa M. Lang

Ricky King

April 27, 2004

Carol, I am in Chambersburg and cannot be there. I will deeply miss Jimmy and I am sorry for your loss

Ricky King

Margaret Nedzelski

April 27, 2004

My condolences to your family.

Margaret Campbell Nedzelski

Barbara O'Neill-Thompson

April 27, 2004

I knew Jimmy throughout my life. He was a good friend of my Father's (Ed O'Neill). I received one speeding ticket in my life from a Bell Acres Police Officer when I was 19. I stood in front of Jimmy and when he seen that I only had one ticket and I was an O'Neill he was amazed. He dismissed the charges and told me never to appear infront of him again. I never did. He was a great man an will be missed deeply. My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family and friends.

JoEllyn & Calvin Wigton

April 27, 2004

We loved you Jimmy, you will be Greatly missed.

Tom & Betsy Ford

April 27, 2004

Thursday mornings in court will be tedious without Jimmy's humor to liven things up.

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