Merle F. Russell Obituary
We are sad to announce that on October 31, 2024 we had to say goodbye to Merle F. Russell of Streator, Illinois. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Merle F. Russell to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Clifford Russell and Velda Russell (Rusterholz); his spouse Jean A. Polancic; and his sister Evelyn Webb. He is survived by: his children, Mary (Tammy Hamilton) of Urbana, Steven Russell (Abilena) of Thomasboro, Brian Russell (Mary) of Farmer City, Gail Russell of Streator and Craig Russell of Normal; his granddaughter Jeanine Russell (Charlie Briggs) of Camas, Washington; his children, George Russell (Kayla Moore) of Fairmount, Becca Perdikis of Surprise, Arizona and Jeremy Roberts of Austin, Texas; his great joy Carlie Russell of Normal; his friend Marilyn Gillette; and also Addison. He is also survived by cousins, nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Friday, November 8th 2024 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home (301 S Park St, Streator, IL 61364). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Friday, November 8th 2024 at 11:30 AM at the St. Michael the Archangel Parish Church (407 S Park St, Streator, IL 61364).
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Jammin' at the Clock group in downtown Streator, or the Grand Ridge Volunteer Fire Department.
