I worked with Russ at ASRHS and what I will always remember is how happy and friendly he was. He would always stop in first thing in the morning just to say hello and always had a kind word to say. He will truly be missed as a friend and colleague. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time.

I met Russ on the Lowell to Boston train while he was going to BU and I was working there.  We knew each other on and off for years.   He was always cheerful and a smart, and caring person.  My heart goes out to his family as I know how important family was to him.  I hope he didn't suffer prior to death.  From when I knew him, he always took care of himself.   May he rest in peace.

I met Russ in the early 2000's while we were members of the same gym.  We become quick friends after realizing we were both connected to teaching and the music business.  I remember all our conversations about how we relished the "classic music" and despised the music of the "Kids these days!".  He was a consummate gentleman, brilliant, and a kind man and I shall miss him.

He was a great friend and Air Force buddy.  We were stationed together for several years at Hickam AFB, Oahu, Hawaii from 1967 - 1971.  While we were serving our time in PACAF Honor Guard, we became 'best friends'.  We guarded the Headquarters Building and performed together on the Drill Team.  I recall during a practice drill; my bayonet accidently made a slight cut in Russ' arm.  He shrugged it off and we hugged.  Russ visited my wife, Vivian, and I in Southern California several times. Stayed with us while on the West coast.  You will be missed Russ and we will see you again.