Passed away peacefully, after a brief illness at Groves Memorial Community Hospital, on October 19th, 2007 in his 58th year. Precious soul mate of 36 years to Suzanne (Clayton). Very much loved and proud father of Stacey McNabb and her husband Dave and Ryan and his fiancée Julie Bingley. Much adored grandfather of Taryn Suzanne, Sierra Marie and Ayven Russell. Survived by his 13 brothers and sisters and his extended family. Predeceased by his parents William and Nelda and his brother Karl. Russell possessed a tremendous work ethic, always had a positive and confident attitude and was very much loved and respected by all his family and friends. Friends will be received at the Graham A. Giddy Funeral Home & Chapel, 280 St. David St. South in Fergus, on Sunday, October 21st 2007 from 2-4 & 7-9pm. Funeral Service will be conducted in the Funeral Home Chapel, on Monday, October 22nd 2007 at 2:00pm. Cremation to follow. Expressions of sympathy can be directed to the Groves Memorial Hospital, cards available at the Funeral Home, (519) 843-3100. www.grahamgiddyfh.com