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September 26, 2009
To Lynda and Family,
I worked with Grant at Whatcom County roads. Sometimes I was asigned to ride with him as he filled pot holes in the northeasten part of the county. We occasionally disagreed politically, but I found him to be a kind and decent human being. I know he supported many charities, but he never talked about them. I had great respect for him. I'm sorry he has left us. We are the poorer for it. Lindsay
Wanda Macy Coplin
September 19, 2009
To Lynda, Sherm, Helen and Char and the family of Russ. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I was on the way to Missouri for a grandson's wedding when I got the news. We go back to 1948 at Bethel Chapel and a 55 classmate of Russ.
Tom/Betty Rae Robinson
September 12, 2009
Russ was loved by all that knew him and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of grief.
Tom & Betty Rae (treese) Robinson
Lila
September 5, 2009
Dear Lynda and all of the Grant Family,I am so sad to hear about Russ..What A great man.I can still remember 21 years ago when I went to work for you and he would call me teach because he had A teacher with my name.Oh, how he made everybody laugh you never knew what funny toy he would bring in next,he will always be remembered by everybody who ever came in contact with him.We are all lucky to have known him..Love, Lila and Family
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Helen Burger
September 5, 2009
Dear Lynda and family...We are so sorry for your loss and for the loss to Ferndale...I have known Russ for many years and always enjoyed "bumping into him" because he always had time to stop and talk.....One time I took a friend into Grants for lunch who had just been to court and in crisis..Russ sat down with us and in no time he had her laughing so hard and for a few moments she forgot her problems....she still talks about it...we will all miss him....Love, Helen & Bob Burger
Marlene Phillips
September 4, 2009
My deepest regards and prayers are with you and your famiy at the loss of husband---father and friend. He was an awesome man, and will always be rememebered by all who knew him.
Sincerely
Marlene Phillips
Judy Munkres
September 3, 2009
What a sad time it must be in Ferndale now that Russ is gone. I always looked forward to his daily visit to the Ferndale Bakery to buy doughnuts for the drive-in......he always had a smile and a joke and told me to stop by after work for a cup of coffee and a doughnut!!!
What a very special man he was.
Our thoughts are with you.
Karen Copps Robson
September 3, 2009
Linda and family
The memorial was awesome and just what Russ would have wanted. He will be greatly missed! It is too bad that illness has to get in the way of life but that's just the way it is. My prayers are with you and your family, I know you will miss him like crazy.
Karen Copps Robson ( just married two weeks ago.)
Jaime Fujikawa ( Taylor )
September 2, 2009
Thanks you for the memories you created for me and everyone else that was lucky enough to have been teased or pranked by you. I will always remember the way you made each of our customers smile and feel so special. Our thoughts and prayers are with Linda and your family! You were such a great boss but most of all an inspiring husband and friend! I love you Russ and you will be missed just as much as you are loved.
Love, Jaime Taylor
Ken Irwin
September 2, 2009
An absolutely terrible loss to the entire community. Russ always had a huge smile, a great joke, and time to visit. Russ will certainly be missed. People like Russ are few and far between.
Kathleen McCann
September 2, 2009
To the Grant Family, my condolences. Russ was two years ahead of me in high school and became a good friend. I live out of state, but every time I visited Ferndale I would take time to stop at his drive-in to see Russ and talk awhile. His jokes and infectious laughter made one feel special.He had empathy for others and showed it. One of God's angels now gone home,I was fortunate to have known him.
September 2, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Carolyn Gibson
September 2, 2009
To the Family of Russ--I smile when I think of Russ. All of the wonderful times we had when growing up on the other side of the road. You are all in my thoughts and prayers as you feel that sense of loss. May God give you comfort. Carolyn Erickson Gibson
Barbara Bliss Boucher
September 2, 2009
Ferndale has lost her unofficial goodwill ambassador and will never be the same again. Right now it may seem hard to believe, but soon, we will smile when we think of Russ. How could we not? He showed us what Joy looked like.
William Petty
September 2, 2009
It is hard to figure out what to say about a man who meant so much to so many people. His sense of humor and infectious smile were exceeded only by the size of his heart. My parents started a tradition of going to Grant's (Jack's) when we were just small kids every Friday night. I continued to go and then started taking my own kids there to have dinner with my folks. This continued until the doors closed. The food was always great but it was Russ that made the trip special. You just can't think of Russ without a smile coming to your face. He made each and every person he came in contact with feel special. He will be missed by all those who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Lynda, Rhonda, Tracey, and Kimmy.
Samantha Jensen
September 2, 2009
Having been born and raised in Ferndale my upbringing of course included many a trip to Jacks/Grants. I have so many fond memories of my trips to Jacks/Grants like everyone else who was blessed to encounter Russ. He lived his life full of joy, smiles and cheer and anyone who had an encounter with Russ walked away with a smile and a lighter heart. He is a true legend and will always be remembered. To the entire family of Russ you are in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve the loss of such an awe inspiring man.
September 1, 2009
Dear Lynda, Rhonda, Tracey & Kim,
So very sorry to hear about Russ. As I'm sure you've heard over and over and over Russ was so special to so many. He was one of a kind. Everytime he saw me he would say "Hey Wilky, how ya doin?" And it would always make me smile. If you were from Ferndale-you knew Russ and he will be greatly missed.
I bet they're having a party in Heaven!! And it's great knowing that we'll get to party with him someday when we join him.
We'll pray for you as you go through this very tough time. I've been there-it's so hard, but God will be faithful and in time you will heal. God bless you all,
Patti (Wilkinson) Erickson
Don Brickbealer
September 1, 2009
Class of '56 was a long time ago, but Russ is fondly remembered and was consitance in life with a joy that he shared so freely. He will be miss.
Kendy Stoebe
September 1, 2009
I remember meeting Russ for the first time while waiting on him at Coast to Coast here in Ferndale. He told me one of his crazy stories, and I was gullible enough to buy it hook, line, and sinker. He seemed to enjoy that as he would slowly reel me in for the punch line! He always seemed to catch me off guard with his jokes, time and time again! My co-workers would be cracking up behind me, but in the end we'd all have a good laugh! There was no one quite like Russ. He was a comic blessing in our community. He will be missed by many.
Doris Terry
September 1, 2009
So very sad to hear of Russ's passing. Ferndale has lost a true gem of a man. I will miss his one-liners that never failed (no matter how many times I'd heard them before) to make me laugh.
My prayers go out to Linda and family.
LynDee Larson Lombardo
September 1, 2009
I have made my home outside of Whatcom County for decades, but on a weekend visit to Ferndale several years ago my family and I stopped by Grant's for a bite to eat and a look at a gathering of classic cars. Russ made his way over to introduced himself to my young son. Enjoying the hearty welcome, my husband asked Russ how things were going with him. His enthusiastic reply of, "Scrumptious!" will continue to bring to life our memories of that weekend for many years to come.
glen steinbach
September 1, 2009
my memories of russel go way back to grade school when he would come out to visit his grandpa at birchbay, then again when we worked together in the ferndale cannery years later. the next time i seen him was alot of years later,after i had retired from the airforce, and i was taking a nap in our new house on malloy, had just fall'en a sleep on the couch and there was a loud knock on the door and i yelled come in, and this guy comes in, talking very loud, glen, how the hell'ya doing, about scared the hell out of me and i didn't know who it was. anyway, i found out real fast, whether i wanted to or not. we had the " big scoop" for a few years and we would visit and years later when i was at boeing and came to town to visit the kids,i would stop in to visit him. loved his jokes and sense of humor, he had a memory like an elephant. the world needs more people like you russ, thanks for the memories.
Julie Aamot
September 1, 2009
Lynda, Rhonda, Tracy and Kim, My heart goes out to all of you as you deal with Russ's passing. He will be sorely missed in Ferndale and Whatcom County. I was thinking this morning about the times I cooked lunch for him and how he would try and give me a tip for fixing that lunch. His jokes brought smiles to the faces of all who came in the door!
We have all lost a good man and friend, but our loss is Heaven's gain! God bless all of you and comfort your hearts. Julie Aamot
Anita Petty-Tarlao
September 1, 2009
Lynda, Rhonda, Tracey and Kim: I remember when we first moved here from Maryland being welcomed with open arms by your family. We were living with Grandma and Grandpa Polinder until our house was done. Your family treated us like part of your family and helped us adapt to the move. From the very first time I ate at Jack's (later known as Grant's) I knew I wanted to work there. I bugged Lynda until she finally hired me. Russ would come in every day and make me laugh. When I first started working I was extremely shy but thanks to my daily visits from Russ, I learned how to come out of my shell and enjoy life a little more. He always made me feel like a part of his family even after I moved away. My kids were lucky enough to get to know Russ. My son got his first taste of ice cream at Grant's!! I think my parents continued to go to Grant's every Friday just so they could be entertained by Russ. They loved him and were always disappointed when he wasn't there. I know that Russ is entertaining mom and dad in Heaven. Russ is Ferndale and he will always be remembered. I am sure all of us will be sharing stories of Russ for generations to come. The world is a better place because of him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Thank you for sharing Russ with all of us.
Debbie (Bailey) Cauthorn
September 1, 2009
I was so shocked and saddened to learn of Russell's passing. As so many have already said, he was a character and left alot of happiness, which is quite a legacy for all of us.
May God give Lynda and all his family and friends peace in the midst of this storm. May you have laughter between the tears and know that God will not leave you in your grief, but carry you through it.
Praying for you today.
Mike Hoelzle
September 1, 2009
Linda and family,
Ever since I moved to Ferndale in the late 60's I've been coming to Jack's or Grant's. In later years I would bring my kids in to have dinner and experience the drive in like I did growing up. Russ was always right there with some candy and his corney jokes , but the kids loved the attention he always gave to them. He always remembered their names or at least their last names and made them feel special. He will be greatly missed by our community, and by me and my family. My last time seeing him was right after the old settler's parade when I drove him and Linda over to the Main stage for an award. Russ was telling one liners the whole way, and even though I had heard every one a hundred times I still was laughing all the way there. Thank you for sharing your husband and dad with our community.
Jake Unick
September 1, 2009
russ to all kids everywhere thank you
Jake Unick
Jake Unick
September 1, 2009
Dear Russ you always knew how to keep the kids a smiling and you are a Ferndale Lengend how can anyone who live in Ferndale not know about you you were a man who always gave out a smile i will miss you as a kid you gave me a long and when my grandma gave down you gave me a little bit more you were a love man and man and a great one a man that will be miss love you and miss you Jake Unick
Betsy and Beth Pardee
September 1, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss.. it is so strange I just saw the two of you the day before @ NCC... I can still hear him telling jokes that day and every time you saw Russ. I remember going into Grants when I was younger w/my parents .. and then w/my own children who also loved hearing his jokes and of course the dum dums.. he will be missed my mom and I sned our prayers to your family .. he was definetly a legend in Ferndales hearts ...
Stacy Christensen-Ahrens
September 1, 2009
RIP my dear friend and funny Ferndale man he is a legend.... My daughter and I loved to go to Grant's Drive in for a burger and fries...we always ate inside so she could get a good joke and a sucker! Hurts my heart that he is gone, but he is with the Lord telling jokes to my grandma's and passing out Dum Dum suckers to all! :) Sorry I missed the service today-but the Grant Family is in my heart and prayers as they heal and grieve their loss.
Miss seeing Grant's Drive In when driving through town, but it is a true memory for me!!! And he will never be forgotten in our town!
Darlene Johnson
September 1, 2009
Lynda,
A friend in Bellingham just forwarded the obituary for Russ. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Pat R. told me you wouldn't be at our 50th class reunion because you were taking a family trip. I hope it was a wonderful one.
Kim Schnackenberg
September 1, 2009
Lynda and family,
We are so saddened by Russell's passing, shocked as well. My favorite joke he would always tell was the Drinking 10 pepsi's and burping 7-up! My grandma, Jo Irwin and I would stop into Grant's Drive-in for lunch when I was in high school, when I used to think his jokes were corny. As I grew older, I realized the corny jokes were funny and endearing. Russell never met a stranger and I learned so much from him. Russell's parents were friends of my grandparents (Pat & Jo Irwin), which I understand even more now why my grandma enjoyed his company that much more.
Ferndale has lost a truly passionate Ferndalian, but, Heaven has gained more laugher.
God Bless,
Randy & Kim (Irwin) Schnackenberg
& Kids
Gary and Grace VanderYacht
September 1, 2009
I left Ferndale permanantly in 1955 but many years later on a visit from Alaska I stopped at the Drive-in and Russ filled me in on all my old friends and classmates. Unfortunately that was the last time I saw him but I will always remember that visit.
Our heartfelt condolences to Sherm and the rest of the family.
Dr. Gary VanderYacht
Dona Polinder Carson
September 1, 2009
The family of Harold and Dorothy Polinder extend our deepest sympathy to the Grant Family.
Russ and Linda were our neighbors on the Smith Rd for many years. Our brother Rick spent many hours at their house riding horses and bouncing on the trampoline. Russ was like a second father to Rick and when my dad passed away he was there for Rick. Mom and sister Shirley and Jim Petty went every Friday night to Grants, Mom for her chicken strips and the Petty’s for those all you can eat Fish and Chips. Their daughter Anita worked at Grants all through her high school years. My sister Marcie baby-sat their girls the summer Linda started managing the drive-in. Russ would come home for lunch every day with 5 or 6 one liners for her and then have a few more when she went home in the evening. The neighborhood spent many hours at their home because they loved the Grants. Linda had tears in her eyes when we stopped in to tell her our sister Shirley had passed away.
Russ was always the sunshine in a very gray sky. Always there with his jokes and a “howdy neighbor”. Having returned to the area after 30 years away he remembered me and called me by name every time I showed up at the drive in looking to have dinner with Mom and my sister Shirley and Jim.
Not only has his family lost a wonderful caring, sharing man, Ferndale has lost its very soul. Russ loved his town, his high school, the people, the Old Settlers and everything about the county he grew up in. He saw the good in everybody, if you weren’t his friend when you walked in you were his friend and he knew everything about you or your family by the time you left.
It was a very sad day for all us who knew and loved Russ when he left us to go to that Grant’s drive-in in the sky. He’ll meet each and every one of us at those pearly gates with his “howdy neighbor”. His jokes, his smile, his humor, his love of family and friends will be sorely missed by us all.
Dona & John Carson
Mike and Jerry Whitehead
Carol, Joe Flackus and son Joey
Barbara Burnett, Mindy and Drew
Patty, Harrie Long and Family
Marcie Newell and Roger
Kim, Simon Rivas and Family
Kyle Newell and son Jeremy
Rick and Roxanne Polinder
The Children of Shirley and Jim Petty
Dianne Ross
August 31, 2009
To the Grant family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Misty E
August 31, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Misty E.
Yvonne Goldsmith
August 31, 2009
Dear Lynda and family,
Russ was a servant with a big heart, a happy soul and an unlimited source of love for everyone. Russ will be sorely missed by each one of us who had the pleasure and privilege to have known him and his beloved wife, Lynda. I can only imagine what jokes are being shared between the good LORD and Russ. There is no doubt a full choir greeted him at the pearly gates and Russ took time to pass out either a dumdum or a stick of gum before telling one of his great jokes. Blessings on the family, Yvonne and Gene Goldsmith
Betty Guthrie
August 31, 2009
My deepest sympathy to all of the Grant family. My parents were attendants in Lowell & Agnes' wedding so we were family friends over the years. He always knew me even tho we have lived in Colorado for 30 yrs. Heaven just gained an extra measure of laughter & joy and we have all lost a HUGE blessing of love and laughter. There is a huge hole in our hearts. May Jesus bring you all great comfort in your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Betty (Irwin) Guthrie
Radine Jones(Carey)
August 31, 2009
Dear Lynda and family....Oh, how much he will be missed I was away from Ferndale for many years and when I came back Russell knew me immediately, my kids adored him and his jokes, we visited him often....Lynda you have wonderful memories and a great family to help in your sorrow and I know all the kids and grandkids will miss him terribly. I went to Ferndale High with him and he was always teasing me and my sisters, he surely will be missed by all who knew him.
Jerry Harkleroad
August 31, 2009
Dear Lynda and family: There will be a deep,deep void in my life when coming back to Ferndale and not seeing Russ! From the first grade thru high school and beyoud,we were best of friends. He was the livewire of our class, the Class of "55". When you were around Russ there was always laughter and fun. He truly enjoyed people. When he and Lynda purchased the drivein, it became the place I always stopped first on my visits to Ferndale, to see Russ, be greeted by him, his big smile and laughter and always one of those corney jokes that would fill the resturant with laughter and shaking heads. Russ kept in touch with everyone and always grseeted you with "you're No. 1" And he meant it no matter who and what you were. He loved people and his goal in life, whether he knew it or not was to make the world a happier place. He accomplished his goal. The world, his world was truly a happier place. Russ,we are gonna miss you. God speed and keep telling those corney jokes, cause heaven will be a joyus place now that you're there.Your longtime friend, Jerry Harkleroad
Rob Ridpath
August 31, 2009
Kim,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I always enjoyed visiting with your dad and hearing a couple of his famous jokes.
Margaret Frost
August 31, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to Russ's family. As a Thornton Rd. neighbor, Ican picture him up there going around saying, "Hi neighbor!" and telling his jokes.
Glenn Schuler
August 31, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Loren Adkins
August 31, 2009
I didn't know Russ or the family at all really, but I did enjoy the visits to Grant's and if Russ was there, you were instantly welcomed and felt part of his growing fan club. It was heart breaking when Grant's closed, knowing I'd never get that Big Bun Burger, I truly loved, but it wasn't just the great old fashioned food, it was Russ and the feeling of "welcome friend" he always made look so easy and effortless as you walked in the door to Grant's. He was a very likeable and upbeat person and one that only comes along once in a great while. My condolences to the family.
V R
August 31, 2009
You will be missed Russ. God bless your family and friends.
August 31, 2009
Russ, you will be missed. I remember when he used to call me"Dolly" when my sister Lynn and I would go over and ride his horses. He was very sweet. My condolences to his family . Joann Vander Yacht, Bellingham WA
Jamie Mead
August 31, 2009
I am truly sorry for you loss. My Dad worked with Russ at the county and Russ would always give me a piece of gum and a joke. He will be missed.
Sandy Rudesill
August 31, 2009
To the Grant Family:
My heart goes out to you at this time of sadness. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. I am sure in a short time, you will cherish the wonderful memories his life brought you and they will bring you comfort. Memories of the Wrigley’s gum, the house on Thornton, the horses, volleyball, 4th of July picnics and from the Drive-In. There are so many wonderful memories; I can not begin to tell them all. Russ also cared so much for his family and friends; he was fun to be around. Where ever Russ was, there was always a smile to be made. There are so many wonderful memories that I carry in my heart for all of you. Please accept my condolences and know that you all are now and forever in my heart, body and soul.
Lynda,
As the days and weeks pass, and as you begin to return to life's routine, I hope you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends that will be with you always. May your heart be filled with wonderful memories of the joyful life and times you two shared with each other.
Rhonda, Tracy & Kim,
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you during the days, weeks and months to come. My heart goes out to each of you, your spouses and children. May the love I continue to have for all of you, be felt from a distance.
Please accept my deepest sympathies. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sandy (Patrick) Rudesill
Heidi & Brad Anderson
August 31, 2009
I can remember back in high school the first time I encountered Russ. I was at K-mart and he was in line behind me. He started to tell me a joke! Mind you, I didn’t know who he was and thought "Who the Heck is this guy"?? As the years passed and occasionally running into him I realized everyone was Russ friend that just loved to tell his jokes and give his gift of bringing a smile to someone’s face. My father in-law worked for years with Russ and he spoke of him often and the laughter he brought. The few times we were in Ferndale and enjoyed a burger at Grant’s; he greeted my daughter with a Dumb Dumb sucker and a joke. I laughed when I saw the look on her face… much like the look on mine the first time I encountered him, a very large smile. Russ had a gift, he was a gift. I didn’t know him well as a friend but he made you feel like you were family. It saddens me to hear that he has passed on. Let’s all learn from Russ and share a loud Hello and a smile to a stranger. It’s contagious.
My condolences and deepest sympathy to the family.
Heidi & Brad Anderson
Marylee Moberg
August 31, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you all, Russ was a great friend and co worker at the county with my dad Donny and with my family, he will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to you all.
August 31, 2009
I remember Russ from the years that I hung out at Jack's(later Grant's) Drive In.Always a pleasure to be around.
My condolences to Lynda and family
RIP Russ
Jeff Kelton FHS class of 75
Page Edenfield
August 31, 2009
I had the privilege of getting to know Russell and Lynda when they visited Tracy and Keith last year in Georgia. Mr. Grant was one of the cutest and funniest men that I have ever met. I pray that God's wonderful peace will be with the Grant family at this difficult time.
Ric Willand
August 31, 2009
Rhonda (because you are my friend) Lynda, Tracy and Kim
I was stunned when I heard the news this morning of Russ's passing. My prayers are with you and your family. Just as everyone who ever came into contact with Russ we will miss that loud hello that you'd get no matter where you were. Your dad's memory will be with all of us for many years to come. There is a hole larger than life in Ferndale now that will take quite some time to fill.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Ric Willand
August 31, 2009
So sorry to hear of Russ's passing--I have fond memories of my visit with him while in Ferndale a few years back. He was in my sisters class at school and I know she has many memories or him also--our thoughts are with his family at this time.
Loretta (Moore) Danneels Tacoma Washington
Beverly Moore Greencastle, Indiana
Barbara Hime
August 31, 2009
My prayers are with you at this time. Russ will be missed by all and a loss to Ferndale. Living across the road from the Grants was a priviledge. I always enjoyed stopping in at the Drive-In when I came back home and to be welcomed by Russ. Again, you are all in my prayers.
Barbara (Erickson) Hime
August 30, 2009
Lynda and family,
We already miss Russ. He is part of the fabric of our family; our kids couldn't WAIT to go to Grant's Drive-in to see Russ and Lynda. We had the privilege of spending time with Russ and Lynda last week at the Lynden Fair - GOOD times. Our hearfelt condolences.
Dan, Nancy, Charity (Breidenbach), and Chanel Phillips
Debbi Wardstrom
August 30, 2009
Dear Lynda and family,
My most heartfelt sympathies to you on the loss of your beloved husband and dad. I am very sorry to hear this news. I first met Russell when working at Jack's Drive-In 34 years ago. What a character! He could make me laugh like no other, like he did countless others that he encountered. I was fortunate to stop by Grant's Drive-In while in town almost 2 years ago and get a Dum-dum from Russell and some long overdue chuckles. Lynda, I'm very sorry for your tremendous loss. How blessed you both were to have been in each others lives. My heart goes out to you and the family. Thinking of you and wishing you peace in the difficult days ahead. I will always remember Russell with fondess and a big smile. Take care and peace be with you, Debbi (DeVries) Wardstrom
Dena Flath
August 30, 2009
Going back 40 years.. as a kid I lived on Smith Rd. I recall all the fun times at the Grant house. The inground trampoline and the horses and all the laughs and fun times. I think everyone loved to hang out there. We moved around some but I always seemed to run into Russ out in the county truck. Us kids would be out riding our bikes or horses and he would stop to tell us a joke or give us some gum or just say hello. He always had that huge big smile and a corny joke to share with everyone. Russ had a bigger than life personality and heart. When I would hear "hey there little girl" I would turn around and there would be Russ. I dont think he ever forgot a face. Just a couple days before Russ left us, I was at Walmart. I was walking out the door and I heard that familiar voice, "hey there little girl". It had been so many years I was suprised he recognised me. I said "well hello there Russ." Little did I know it would be the last time. You have a new audience in heaven to tell jokes to now Russ. We will miss you my friend. Until we meet again......
Michael Ensminger
August 30, 2009
To Lynda, Rhonda, Tracy, and Kim
Russell will be missed by anyone who ever had contact with him. His jokes would always put a smile on your face when nothing else would. I will truly miss him and I am sure that God will enjoy his jokes and humor as much as we all have for years. Take care my friend and may peace be with Lynda and the girls as well as their families.
August 30, 2009
So sorry on Russ passing. He was such a joker. I remember one time in the 1950's when all cars were in line up at Birch Bay. I was in that line and we were held up by Russ because he said "I'm letting an ant cross the road". Great guy and will truly be missed by all.
Jane (Hatzel) McIntosh
Tiffani Higgerson
August 30, 2009
RIP Cousin! =)
Russ was a GREAT icon for Ferndale and for everyone around him! he will be sadly missed and I will miss you!
August 30, 2009
To Lynda, Char, Helen, Sherm and family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. My favorite memory of Russ was him teaching me to ride bicycle around your circle drive way. I know he is now laughing in Heaven with his Mom and Dad, my Mom and Dad, and yes, "Chubbs", my brother Norm. He always had a smile and a kind word for me. What great memories....
Ruth Ann (Chilton) Booher
Lynden, WA
Andréa Taylor
August 30, 2009
My father Bob Taylor and his family grew up in Ferndale (I think my uncle Tom was more friends with Russ). Some of my favorite childhood memories are of when my dad used to take me to Grant's Drive-In whenever we wanted ice cream. Dad and Russ caught up on old times while I ate, I will always remember that they had the best grilled ham and cheese sandwich and tartar sauce ever! I loved the fifties feel of the place(as I was a product of the 80's and had never experienced that era). We just lost my dad a month ago, so my heart goes out to the family because I understand what you are going through. My thoughts and prayers go out to you to give you the support and strength to get through this difficult time.
sarah Cisneros
August 30, 2009
Russ was a very loving kind man that could make anyone smile . I worked with them at grants drive-in for six monthes , my favorite place to work . Russ will be forever missed . Thank you for the great laughs russ , your truly Sarah Cisneros
Patricia (Nolan) Densmore
August 30, 2009
So sorry to hear of Russ's passing, our sincere sympathy and prayers are with the family.
Donna (Buntin) Hernandez
August 30, 2009
My childhood memory is that there was no place funner to be than the Grant's house. I loved the trampoline in the ground and the horses. My sister and I would ride our bike to Grant's Drive-In just to get french fries or a licorice ice cream cone (I still try to find licorice ice cream to this day but can't). Your family gave me many wonderful memories and I am sorry for your loss.
mary nolan jett
August 30, 2009
My thoughts are with the family... Memories of Russ will never fade.. going to the same Sunday school and Church as kids.
Mary Nolan Jett... Wellington, Alabama
Paul Nason
August 30, 2009
Worked with Russ for 12 years and have many happy memories of those times. I will miss his yearly phone call at Christmas. Paul Nason (Portage Lake, Me)
Brian Likkel
August 29, 2009
Words cannot express what a huge part of Whatcom County Russ was. He will be sorely missed by all.
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