Dick Russell Obituary
We announce the death of Dick Russell in Tumwater, Washington, born in Buffalo, New York, who passed away on July 12, 2026, at the age of 79. Dick will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Dick Russell to pay them a last tribute.
Dick will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Dick will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Dick’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Nelson G. Russell Jr. and Elisabeth J. Russell; his brother Nelson Gorham Russell III; his daughter Margaret; his sister Jane Russell Freeman; his nieces, Heather (Timothy), Holly (Jeffrey) and Margaret (Jesse); and his nephew Andrew (Lindsay).
