Fred Russell
1928-2019
Russell, Fred Palmer
Sydney
It is with deep sorrow we the family of Fred Palmer Russell
announce his passing on April 19, 2019 at the Cape Breton Regional
Hospital. Fred was born April 03, 1928 in Sydney and was the
son of Alison and Bessie (Mugford) Russell.
Dad will be lovingly missed and remembered by his daughters
Jeanne Russell, Margaret Anne Russell and Sharon Putt (Jim) and his
grandchildren , Cherie McVicar, Holley Redmond (Jay) and Ryan
Putt.
Dad is also survived by his sister Doreen MacKinnon (Fraser),
sister in law Jean Holley, as well as several nieces and
nephews.
Dad was predeceased by his loving wife of 62 years Shirley, a
sister Margie and brother in-law Gordon Johnston and also his brother
Ross.
Fred was employed by the Canadian National Railway/Via Rail
until his retirement in 1990. His love of trains continued
after retirement as he became an avid collector of model railways
which he cherished right up to his passing.
Being a very active and social person dad belonged to
numerous organizations and fund raising groups, particularly important
to him was the Philae Shriners Hospital for sick children, he was also
extensively involved in the church, serving on many different
committees. He was a dedicated member of the
Masonic Lodge where he was past master in 1969
When not volunteering or fundraising for most of his
retirement, dad would be golfing at Seaview in the summer and heading
south to sunny Florida in winter.
Dad will be dearly missed by his family and friends. It gives
great comfort that he is now reunited with our mother.
We are grateful for the comfort and care the nurses, staff
and volunteers at the An Cala Palliative Care unit gave our father
that allowed him a peaceful and dignified passing.
A funeral service will be held at the United Heritage Church
on April 24, 2019 at 2 pm, with Rev. Rosemary Godin officiating.
Interment will take place in Hardwood Hill Cemetery, at a later
date.
In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Philae
Shriner’s Hospital or a charity of one’s
choice.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Fred Russell 19282019..
Death notice for the town of: Sydney, Province: Nova Scotia