RUSSELL: Melvin J. "Russ" (Retired Firefighter of 41 years) Of Belleville, entered into rest at his residence on Monday June 7th, 2010 in his 79th year. Dear son of the late William & Susan Russell (nee-Budge), and step son of the late Elizabeth (Chipman) Russell. Beloved husband of Beverley "Carol" Russell (nee-Little). Cherished Father of Karen Patterson (Pat) of RR#5 Trenton, Cathy Restoule (Tom) of Penetanguishene, Ontario, and Joe Russell (Joanne) of Frankford. Also lovingly remembered by his grandchildren; Sean O'Hara (Paty) of Cambridge, Ian O'Hara (Candace) of Belleville, David O'Hara (Diane) of Trenton, Mary & Jennifer Restoule of Belleville and by his great grandson Liam O'Hara of Trenton. Dear brother of; Frances Sears (Bill) of Truro, N.S., and Jim Russell (Eileen) of Ottawa. Predeceased by sister Caroline Gregory and by brothers; Hayward and George Russell. Also sadly missed by 10 siblings. Will be remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to call at the Belleville Funeral Home and Chapel, 68 North Front Street, Belleville (613-968-5080) on Wednesday evening from 7-9p.m.. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Thursday June 10th, 2010 at 1:00p.m. (with visitation also one hour prior to service). Interment Belleville Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences www.quintefuneralcentres.com