John William Russo

John William Russo, of Marshfield, passed away January 6, 2026, at the age of 92. He was born in Boston on November 14, 1933, raised in Dorchester and lived in Milton and Harwich, before moving to The Village at Proprietor's Green in Marshfield in 2023.
John was the son of the late Graziano and Josephine (DiStefano) Russo. He was predeceased by his siblings; Biagio Russo, Sandra (Russo) Fellows, James Russo, and Conchetta (Russo) Vincent. He is survived by 3 generations of nieces and nephews. "Uncle Johnny" was especially close to Jane D'Auria, Stephen Russo, Debra White, Donna Rusik, Diane Vincent, and Doreen Robison.
John graduated from Hyde Park High School and then entered the military where he was part of an intelligence team based in France. He also attended the New England Institute of Art. The arts played a significant role in his life. He loved music and was a long-time theater enthusiast with a group of friends. John was a painter-many family members have at least one of his treasured pieces. He made his living decorating homes and refinishing furniture. John enjoyed gardening, cooking and baking. He is well-known for his bread & butter pickles, biscottis, and cannolis.
Everyone who had met John loved him. He will be missed dearly by all family, friends, neighbors, and acquaintances.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a visitation on Thursday, January 15th, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM in the Cartwright-Venuti Funeral Home, 845 Washington St., Braintree. A Funeral Service will begin at 12:00 PM in the Funeral Home. A private burial will take place at a later date in the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne.
For directions or to leave a sympathy message for the family, visit www.cartwrightfuneral.com.