Herbert Russell

Herbert Eugene Russell, 95, passed away on December 17 in his sleep, surrounded by friends and family. His son William and granddaughter Liana survive him. Born in Hoboken, New Jersey, he grew up in Tucson, Arizona where he graduated from the University of Arizona with a Masters in Education. He served in the navy during WWII and in Korea. Afterwards, he served with the Tucson Fire Department for 36 years and was a battalion chief upon retirement. Herb’s many interests included working on old cars and motorcycles, including his favorite “Green Monster,” VW Rabbit, From motorcycle rides with his friends and dog to ice cream for breakfast, he was always doing something that would become a 'Russell Adventure'. There will only be one Herbert E. Russell, and all of his friends and family have had the honor of sharing his amazing, generous and quirky life. Memorial services will be held Monday December 23 at 1 p.m. at the Adair’s Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. The reception wake will be from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. The location will be announced at the memorial Memorial donations can be made to Casa de los Niños and/or The Last Alarm.