Joseph W. "Joe" Russell's obituary , Passed away on February 20, 2025 in Geneseo, Illinois

Joseph W. "Joe" Russell

August 22, 1938 - February 20, 2025 (86 years old)

Geneseo, Illinois

Joseph W. "Joe" Russell's obituary , Passed away on February 20, 2025 in Geneseo, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Van Demore Funeral Homes and crematory

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Joseph W. "Joe" Russell

August 22, 1938 - February 20, 2025 (86 years old)

Geneseo, Illinois

Joseph W. Russell Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Joseph W. Russell of Geneseo, Illinois, who passed away on February 20, 2025, at the age of 86, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Mary Jane and Charles Russell; and his grandparents, Warren and Anne Griffin. He is survived by: his wife Karen Russell of Geneseo, IL; his sons, Scott (Tami) of Rock Island, IL, Steve (Chris) of Phoenix, AZ and Shawn of State Center, IA; his siblings, Diane Box of East Moline, Jim Matson of Ridgecrest, CA and Rick Matson of Silvis; and his grandchildren, Kyle Russell, Eric Russell, Jacob Russell (Hope), Lindsey Kunz (Steven), Austin Russell, Jessica Russell and Courtney Russell.

Visitation was held on Friday, February 28th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Vandemore Funeral Home - Geneseo (580 E Ogden Ave, Geneseo, IL 61254). A funeral service was held on Friday, February 28th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 225 N. MichiCondolences can be left at http://www.vandemorefuneralhome.com.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Van Demore Funeral Homes and crematory



Fri

Feb 28

Visitation

Vandemore Funeral Home - Geneseo
580 E Ogden Ave, Geneseo, IL 61254

Fri

Feb 28

Funeral service

Vandemore Funeral Home - Geneseo
580 E Ogden Ave, Geneseo, IL 61254

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