Passed away peacefully in Whanganui on August 10, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Joy. Father and father-in-law of Grant and Wendy, Cary and Hailey, Rob and Sue, Adele and Chris, and Sam and Max. Step-father of Andrew and Karin. Grandad of Helena, Rowena, Sian, Grace, Isaac and Fergus. In accordance with Russ' wishes a private farewell has been held.

Published by The Press on Aug. 16, 2023.