Obituary of Vernon Francis Russell

RUSSELL, Vernon- Passed away on Monday June 28th, 2010 at the Hotel Dieu Shaver Hospital at the age of 85. Beloved husband of Ermina for 62 years. Loving father of Carol (Sybe) Katsmar, Gary ( Carol) Russell and Ken ( Stephanie) Russell. Cherished grandfather of Rudy (Lisa), Tayler, Kristin (Sheldon) and Trevor ( Kate) . Great grandfather of Megan, Tristan, Hannah, Carson and Ryan. He will be sadly missed by his nieces, family, fellow musicians and friends. Vernon was an extremely talented and gifted musician who had a passion for music. He had his own music television show in Timmins in the 1950's prior to moving to St. Catharines where he played in many bands including his own. A well decorated soldier, Vernon proudly served in W.W. II. Mr. Russell is resting at the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL Chapel, 585 Carlton Street, St. Catharines. The family will receive visitors on Wednesday from 2-4p.m. & 7-9p.m. Vigil Prayers will take place at 3p.m. on Wednesday in the funeral home. Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated at the Cathedral of St. Catherine of Alexandria on Thursday at 11:30a.m. Rite of Committal at Iroquois Falls Cemetery to follow. Memorial donations to Alzhiemer Society would be appreciated by the family.