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Ted C. Russell
SPRINGFIELD - Theodore "Ted" C. Russell, 60, of Springfield died at 3:09 p.m., Saturday, July 20, 2013, at Memorial Medical Center. He was born December 15, 1952, in Springfield, the son of Brooks and June Fortman Russell. He married Cindy Mende Allen on June 8, 2010, and she survives.
Also surviving are two daughters, Magen Farmer of Springfield, Mo., and Deanna "DD" Russell of Springfield, Ill.; one son, Ian "Rusty" Russell of Springfield; two grandchildren, Jordan and James; mother, June Russell of Springfield; two sisters, Dee Easley of Springfield and Penny (Larry) Cannon of Buffalo; four brothers, Richard (Wava) Russell of Venice, Fla., Duane (Julia) Russell of Nebraska City, Neb., David (Erlene "EJ") Russell of LeRoy, Ill., and Ed (Rose) Russell of Springfield, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father, Brooks.
Ted's passion was playing guitar. He played with "Spacer Trency, Starry Eye and Sleepwalker". He also enjoyed camping and spending time at Pine Lake and the beach at Perdido Key, Fla. He retired from the IL Dept of Veteran's Affairs as an Office Administrator on March 31, 2013. Ted served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Era and was stationed at Ft. Leonardwood, Mo.
Graveside Service: 10 a.m., Thursday, July 25, 2013, at Camp Butler National Cemetery. Military honors will be conducted by the Sangamon County Interveterans Burial Detail.
Celebration of Life: The family will be hosting a Celebration of Life on Friday, July 26, 2013, at 7 p.m. at Capital City Bar and Grill.
The family requests that memorial contributions may be made to Ian D. Russell (Ted's autistic son), c/o Chase Bank, 2801 Greenbriar Dr., Springfield, IL 62704.
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Jesse Ellison Debbie Hudgins
July 28, 2013
Sending my condolences to the Russell family. I am so sorry for your loss. This is a heartbreaking time, and I hope that happier moments bring you some comfort.
Vickie Storm
July 27, 2013
Penny and Dee sorry to hear about Ted.
He was a great guy.
Rich Cannon
July 25, 2013
Thank you for your service. Rest in Peace.
Rose Connolly
July 25, 2013
I was fortunate to meet Ted through my dad and Spacer Trency Band. Ted was a kind, loving person who always brought joy to those in his presence. He loved his family with all his heart. Our yorkies, Josie and Lyla, had a special bond with him. I truly believe animals recognize a beautiful soul. He will be sadly missed. I am thankful he is without pain experiencing all the joys of Heaven.
Sarah Ransdell
July 25, 2013
To the Russell Family,
So sorry for your loss. It has been many years but I do think of all of you often. My love to all..May God bless each of you. Susan Russell Graves
July 25, 2013
May you be in rest with the angles
sherry walker
July 25, 2013
To the Russell family... my thoughts are with you at the passing of your close family member. He was a really nice guy and loved playing music. Rock on Ted!
Robert Rodgers
July 25, 2013
Cindy, our sincere condolences for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all family and friends.
Kevin & Debbie Garner
July 25, 2013
Ted was my friend and brother....I am so glad that we reconnected. He was a man with a huge heart a love for his friends and family that is unmatched. A love for music that he shared with all of us.
Cathy Rich
July 24, 2013
Longest Sally
July 24, 2013
Ted was always a sweet guy, who loved and cared for his family. I'll never forget my visit there with he and his wife Cindy. They hadn't been in their home very long and we had fun talking about how they wanted the house to look. The world has lost a warm and wonderful man.
Tammy Akers
July 24, 2013
My sincerest condolences to you all. Ted was an exceptional man. He was devoted to his family, loved you dearly, and spoke of you often. I hope you can carry that with you and it might ease some of your grief.
Johnny Smythe
July 24, 2013
cindy, im so sorry. my heart goes out to you. you were there for me when i went thru that , wish i could be there for you .. Blessed Be
nancy bruce
July 24, 2013
We will miss Ted dearly!! We enjoyed spending time camping with him and sharing time with his family.
J Weisenberger
July 24, 2013
Ted was a really great guy. I remember his love for his kids more than anything. I will miss you Ted.
Todd Stille
July 24, 2013
My condolences to the family. My heart hurts even if I'm across the ocean and in thoughts I'm with you. --
Miss ya CWhasp.
Rita Simon
July 24, 2013
June, Dee, Penny, Joelle, Joseph & Family. My condolences on the loss of your son, brother, uncle & friend. Prayers for all of you & for Ted. God Bless & God's Speed.
JULIE A. SULLIVAN
July 24, 2013
Ian - So sorry to hear about the passing of your father. He was always so proud of you! Stay Strong! Thinking and praying for the Russell Family during this difficult time.
Dee - You are also in my thoughts and prayers!
Kim Crum - Guidance Dean at Grant Middle School
July 23, 2013
We hope that time spent with extended family brings you & your family comfort.
Mark and Juanita Jones
July 23, 2013
So sorry we never got to have our retirement beer. Your going to be missed by a lot of folks.r.I.p.
poppa bear sokolis
July 23, 2013
Ted was a life long friend that I got to know again thru his son Ian. The love he and Ian shared brought such joy to my heart. My heart goes out to his family.
Kay Reese
July 23, 2013
Edie Long
July 23, 2013
Cindy, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Ted. He was an awesome man, dad, husband , musician, friend... the list goes on and on. We are here for you should you need anything at all. We are just a call away. You and the family are in our Prayers.
Jesse Ellison Deb Hudgins
July 23, 2013
I was saddened to hear of your loss. Please know how very sorry I am.
Janice Shaw
July 23, 2013
Cindy,
I am very sorry to hear of Ted's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Patty Bennett
July 23, 2013
We will miss Ted at Pine Lakes. He was a great guy. If there is anything that Mark and I can do let us know. We will keep you all in our prayers!
Mark & Reta Hurley
July 23, 2013
Cindy, We are so very sorry for your loss, our hearts go out to you. Teddy was a sweet, wonderful person. I loved to listen to him play his guitar. We will miss him.
Ruthie Fulks and Bill Richards
July 23, 2013
I knew Ted, While I worked at Revenue. He was a polite gentleman. Proud to have worked with him.
The family has my condolunces
Doug Watson
July 23, 2013
Cindy - I am so very sorry for your loss. May you find strength and comfort in the days ahead. Please know how much you are loved by your family and friends.
Nancy Kirk
July 22, 2013
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