Robert "Bob" Russell

Robert "Bob" Russell obituary, The Villages, FL

Robert "Bob" Russell

Robert Russell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Beyers Funeral Home & Crematory - Lady Lake on Jan. 7, 2026.
Robert "Bob" Russell, 87, of The Villages, FL passed away on January 3, 2026. Born on May 12, 1938, in Cedar Rapids, IA. He was the only child of James & Margaret Russell. Bob graduated from Michigan State University and married Suzanne Richard in 1961.

He was the proud & supportive father of Kevin, Christopher & Stacey and grandfather of eight grandchildren & one great-grandchild. Bob and Suzanne moved from their home in Pittsburgh, PA, to The Villages in 1999. He loved playing softball, pickleball, water volleyball & golf.

Bob had a gift for making friends wherever he went, greeting everyone by name with a friendly smile & a handshake or a hug. Bob believed a stranger is simply a soul you haven't had the chance to know yet. He had such an amazing ability to light up a room & the caring love he displayed through his energy was one of a kind. Bob's charismatic & active lifestyle was truly inspirational. He will be forever treasured & loved!

His family is hosting a celebration of Bob's life at 1259 Addison Ave, The Village of Glenbrook, on Sunday, January 18, from 10am-1pm. Coffee & donuts will be served. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob's memory can be made to the Wildwood Soup Kitchen and/or Wildwood Food Pantry.

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