Karl William Russell |
| Posted 2018-01-10 by mhenderson |
| Today's News-Herald, Lake Havasu City, AZ >>> Published on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 <<< >>> July 28, 1930 – Dec. 27, 2017 <<< Karl Russell died at his home in Lake Havasu City with his family at his side. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and loved his early years in Burgettstown, Pennsylvania. He attended Robert Morris Business School and served his country during the Korean War. Karl married Jean Lee in 1955; they were married over 62 years and had two sons. He was employed by General Signal Corp. as comptroller and moved every four or five years to work in various branches. Later he worked for Hehr International in California. After he retired, Karl and Jean traveled for six months throughout the United States. They came to Havasu, had a house built and lived here 16 years. He volunteered in church and the community, including Hospice of Havasu, the Senior Center and the dementia group as its treasurer. The couple lived in Prescott Valley for seven years before coming back to Havasu. Karl was retired 30 years. Karl is survived by his wife Jean, sons Barr (Hellen) from Chino, California and Jay of Ontario, California, one grandson Tyler (Heather) of Chino, California, sister Robin of Denver and many nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial service is at the Community Presbyterian Church, Saturday, Jan. 13 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be given to Hospice of Havasu or Community Presbyterian Church. |
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