Russell Stanley Walsh, age 88, of Milford passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2008 in Milford Hospital. He was born on March 23, 1920 in Fitchburg, MA to the late Henry and Agnes E. Sands Walsh. He proudly served in the US Navy during WWII. Before retiring, he was employed as a banker for City Trust and was a former member of Pootatuck Yacht Club in Stratford. Mr. Walsh is survived by her loving wife, of 62 years, Cecily Tinker Walsh, devoted sons Henrik (Rick) Walsh and his wife Janice of Orange and Russell W. Walsh of Milford, 2 granddaughters and 5 great grandchildren. All services are private and are at the convenience of the family. Smith & Sefcik Funeral Home, 135 Broad St., Milford is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Assoc., 2911 Dixwell Ave., Hamden, CT 06518.