Donald Russell

July 24, 1938 - December 3, 2020

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Voss Chapel

316 North Chestnut Street

Seymour, IN 47274

Monday 12/7, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Donald Hubert Russell, 82, of Seymour, Indiana, passed away on December 3, 2020 at home. Born in 1938. He was the son of Charlie Russell & Hellen Johnson. He married Linda Lou Hatton December 5, 1970. He was born and raised in Seymour, Indiana. He attended Seymour High School and joined the Navy at the age of 17. He served 4 years in the US Navy with the Atlantic Fleet from 1955 -1959. Aboard the destroyer USS Benham DD796 as a gunner’s mate. He was employed by Borden Ink Company located at Weyerhaeuser, Kitchen Aide & Aisin USA.
Donald liked to hunt, fish, pitch horseshoes & play softball. He loved to spend time with the love of his life, Linda, his 6 children and all his grandchildren. He really enjoyed watching all of them in their activities. He also enjoyed spending time with his extended family and friends.
He loved GOD, his family, friends, house dogs, Milo & Maggie and hunting dogs, Trixie & Barney.
Donald is survived by his sons; John (Vivian) Vinson, Donald E Russell, Jeff (Margaret) Wilson, Joe Wilson, Mike Russell and daughter Penny Russell, grandchildren; Ally Russell, Taylor Russell, John Andrew (Colleen) Vinson, Jordan Vinson, Jordan Dalton, Kelly Dalton, Bobby (Shana) Wilson, Megan (John) Roberts, Gunner Wilson, Deacon Wilson and Brandon (Liz) Wilson, great grandchildren; Easton, Theodore, Maisie, Lane, Lincoln, Nova, Barrett & Maverick, sister Bonnie (Russell) Durham, brother Butch Maxwell, and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, Linda & brother, Charles Russell.
The family will accept friends to walk through Voss and Sons Funeral Service on Monday from 12 noon to 1:00 p.m.
The family appreciates all the prayers and concern for them in this time of loss. Don will be missed by many friends in the community, but Funeral services are private for the safety of the family and friends. Cards and notes of condolence will be most welcome.
In accordance with CDC guidelines, masks are required before admittance to the funeral home as well as social distancing within the building. We kindly ask that there be no physical contact such as hugs or handshakes to protect staff and the family. Attendance is limited to 25 people at any given time.
Memorial checks may be written to Red Sky Rescue or Jackson County Humane Society, in care of Voss & Sons Funeral Service.

Voss Chapel

316 North Chestnut Street

Seymour, IN 47274

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Monday 12/7, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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I lived across the street for many years growing up from Don and Linda. They were like a second family to me. Don was a good man and I am truly blessed to have known him. My most heartfelt condolences to Donnie, John, Jeff, Joe, Mark and the rest of the family.

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My Mom and Dad moved across the street from Don and Linda. Don and my dad( Ralph Clevenger) became the best of friends. They were fishing buddies especially. When my dad passed away he wanted Don to have his tackle box and fishing poles. Don could never talk to me about dad without crying. Dad had several brothers but never had a relationship with any of them like he did with Don. He was a friend closer than a brother! :heart: Welcome home Don and tell my dad I love and miss him.

Rest in oeace my dear cousin. We will meet agai one day.Janet ackeret Ziegler

Don and my husband Ernie played horseshoes all the time at gaiser Park. He was a good man and friend. Our prayers are with you and your family. God truly got a great angel today Pam and Ernie Coryea

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Glad I got to know him . I was a little intimidated by him as a long haired teen ager in the 80s but was always NICE ! Thank You for your service as Navy vet and Family man !! R.I.P. Trent Ferguson

I can remember going to Gaiser Park to play softball and watching Mr Russell play horse shoes. He was definitely a ringer. He also was a good mushroom hunter too. Little Don and family, sorry for your loss. He was a good man, father and friend.

I was probably 8 Dad was home from work and I took it upon myself to get the carjack out of the car and proceed to jack the car up and who knows what LoL he is the most Honorable and greatest role model a person could have grown up with I love you Dad always in my heart :heart:

God sure Got A Wonderful Angel. Such a Loving, Caring, Gentle Man. You will be missed by everyone that knows You.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.