David "Dale" Russell

Dale Russell, 89 a life resident of Brimfield, died Thursday July 17, 2014. He was preceded in death by Mary, his wife of 60 years. Dale was born January 26, 1925, in Brady Lake, to Francis (Beal) and Nelson Russell. He enjoyed sharing stories of his youth, especially telling about delivering milk with his dad in in a milk wagon. Dale was a US Navy veteran of World War II and the Korean War and was proud to be a lifetime member of the Kent VFW. He was a plumber and pipefitter at Firestone. In their retirement, Dale and Mary traveled extensively throughout the United States.

Survivors include his daughters, Elizabeth Olday of Fargo ND, Kathleen Boyd of Massillon, Georgia (Rick Neel) Quinn of Uniontown, Janice (Scott) Schelat of Ravenna, and Carole (Andy) Baker of Cincinnati; sons, David (Cathy) of Grove City, Neal (Susan) of Cuyahoga Falls, and Bruce of Ravenna. Dale was proud of his grandchildren, Michelle (Greg) Kirby, Michael Boyd, Lisa Quinn, Sarah (JR) Eaton, Leslie (James) McBride, and Tori and Lauren Buck. He also enjoyed his two great grandchildren, Kyle and Conner Kirby. Survivors include his sisters, Elinore VanKirk and Miriam Banker.

In addition to his wife, Mary, Dale was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Lowell and Roger.

In accordance with Dale's wishes, a private service will be held at Restland Cemetery in Brimfield. Bissler & Sons Funeral Home in Kent is handling the arrangements.