Recently, Father Bill composed his own obituary below.
Father William John Russell grew up in Peterborough, Ontario.
He was the loving brother of Francis Russell and Lawrence Russell and sisters-in-law Mary Russell and Loretta Russell. He was a loving uncle to five nephews and one niece. He is pre-deceased by his parents Vernon Russell and Loretta Keating.
He was a Teacher and then became a Roman Catholic Priest on June 22, 1979 in Peterborough. He attended St. Basil’s College at the University of Toronto. Father Russell influenced generations of Catholic educators as well as congregations through his passionate teachings and retreats.
He had a stroke in 2009 which resulted in right sided numbness and Aphasia. He is grateful to Michael Saver and Tony Boles for their friendship and support. Maria Villareal, who has been his long time Personal Support Worker, has been faithful and dedicated to his care. Donations to Heart & Stroke Ontario will be gratefully appreciated.
Memorial Visitation on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at Paul O'Connor Funeral Home; 1939 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario, M1R 2Y8, from 9:30 AM until the time of the Memorial Mass in the Chapel at 10:30 AM.
If you are unable to attend the Funeral Mass in person, but would like to view the livestream, for your optimum viewing, please use Google Chrome and clicking the following link: https://funeraweb.tv/en/diffusions/89737
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