Obituary
Obituary of Alan Alexander Russell
Peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, on Sunday November 28, 2021, Alan passed away in his 87th year. Loving husband of Madeleine (née Murdock) for 49 years; father of Alana (Edward) Lees; Steve (Venessa) Russell; and grandfather of Julian & Alexa Lees. Predeceased by his parents Millie & David Rosenberg of London, England and his brother Leon Russell and his family. Alan will be fondly remembered by the Murdock Family; Alice, Sonny, Graham, Greg & Ruth and their families.
Over the course of his 40 plus years in Sales and Marketing, Alan left an indelible mark on the Beauty Industry with some of his most memorable experiences at Clairol Canada, Schwarzkopf Canada and as President of Fermodyl Canada. Though his work took him all over North America, he seamlessly managed to balance his duties as a leading executive and devoted father, husband and friend. Wherever life took Alan, people naturally gravitated to him. His quick wit always filled a room with laughter and his genuine and compassionate nature instantly put people at ease. He was generous with his time and his heart and was fiercely loyal and devoted to those he loved. Alan Alexander Russell will be fondly remembered and missed by his family, friends, colleagues and all whose life was touched just by knowing him.
A Celebration of Alan's Life will be held at the Logan Funeral Home, 371 Dundas St., London, ON, on Friday, December 3, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow in Restmount Temple Israel Cemetery, London. All friends and family are welcome. A reception will be held at his daughter’s residence in west London following the ceremony. Details will be provided on the day.
To help us manage covid protocols, please RSVP to the Logan Funeral Home if you plan to attend by calling (519) 433-6181 or emailing loganfuneralhome@execulink.com and reference "Russell" in the subject line. Include your name and phone number for all members of your group. Social distancing protocols will be in place. As per the directive of the Bereavement Authority of Ontario, masks are mandatory and will be available if needed.
Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Services:
Service Date
Friday, December 3, 2021
Service Time
11:00 a.m.
Service Location
Logan Funeral Home, 371 Dundas Street, London
Visitation
Friday, December 3, 2021
Visitation Time
10 - 11am
Visitation Location
Logan Funeral Home, 371 Dundas Street, London
Burial Date
Friday, December 3, 2021
Burial Time
Following Celebration of Life
Burial Location
Restmount Temple Israel Cemetery, Oxford St. W. (at Proudfoot Lane), London
Requested Charity
Heart & Stroke Foundation OR Charity Of Your Choice
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