Born in Yakima WA. on January 9, 1945; died April 14, 2024 in Mukilteo WA. at age 79.
Survived by his beloved wife, Cheryl, daughters, Jody Velaborja and Shannon Smith; son, Martin "Marty" Barron; 6 grandchildren and 1 great-granddaughter; sister, Dolores Wilcox; extended family, and many friends.
A Celebration of Russell's Life will be held Saturday, May 18; 2:00PM, in the Evergreen Washelli Reception Hall, 11111 Aurora Ave N. Seattle 98133.