Theodore Russell's Obituary
Theodore Wilmer “Ted” Russell age 76 passed away Thursday April 18, 2019. He was born February 3,1943 in Rushville Nebraska to Wilmer and Ruth Russell. Ted grew up on the family ranch in the sandhills South of Gordon NE, attended Hinkley grade school, graduated from Gordon High School attended Chadron State College 2 years before enlisting in the Air Force in 1964. Ted served in Vietnam in 1967-1968. Ted enjoyed a career in sales. His most recent job was with P&K Equipment until his health caused him to retire. Ted was a loving husband, father, and very committed to his grandkids, he often said they were his greatest joy. Ted leaves behind Shirley his wife of 50 years, daughter Stacie McDermott son-in-law Michael, son Albert daughter-in-law Jessica and 6 grandchildren Bryce, Molly, and Courtney McDermott, Emma, Samantha, and Luke Theodore Russell. Leaving behind his siblings Mary Esther Wilson, Robert Russell, Marilyn McGlathery, and Dorothy Smith as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews. Preceding in death were his parents Ruth and Wilmer and brother-law Gene Wilson. Final resting place is Floral Haven Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. A family gathering and final farewell will be 1PM, May 24th 2019 at Floral Haven.
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