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Todd & Shari Rush posted a condolence
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Libby and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. Love to all, Todd, Shari, Jackson & Parker Rush
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Jeannie Harris posted a condolence
Saturday, October 9, 2010
Libby, I am so very sorry that Russ has passed on so soon. My thoughts and prayers have been with you both ever since Aunt Veda told me he was in hospice care, and continue to be with you. I send you my love. Jeannie
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SANDRA GINSBERG posted a condolence
Friday, October 8, 2010
CLASSMATE OF RUSS
TO THE BUTLER FAMILY
I ADMIRED ALL RUSS EVER DID IN
HIGH SCHOOL YEARS, HE TRIED HARD AND IT ALL CAME EASY WITH STUDIES, AND SPORTS.HE WAS A FRIEND TO ALL. WE SHARED MANY EVENTS TOGETHER AS I'M FROM AN
OLD DOVER FAMILY OUR FAMILIES KNEW ONE ANOTHER.
LIBBY EVEN THOUGH WE HAVEN'T MET, I SHARE THIS LOSS AND HOPE FOR EASY HEALING. WE JUST LOST OUR DAUGHTER LESLEY MICHELE DALTON FROM FLANDERS 41 SEPTEMBER 7, ALSO FROM CANCER.
FONDLY,
SANDRA GINSBERG gIORDANO
PO BX 5974
CAREFREE, AZ. 85377
IF EVER IN AZ. COME VISIT
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Bob Ardis posted a condolence
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Libby, I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband, Russ. Though I had only met him briefly, I know he enjoyed his life and your time together. He'll always be remembered fondly and I pray that'll you'll find peace in the days to come. God Bless.
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Heather, Rob & Sal rotondi posted a condolence
Thursday, October 7, 2010
We are incredibly sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and strength during this difficult time. we hope the memories of him will bring you comfort in the coming days.
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Flo Reinmuth posted a condolence
Thursday, October 7, 2010
My dearest Libby,What a wonderful experience to know that you and Russ spent 14 splendid years together. The years of traveling and seeing all parts of the country had to be tremendous for the both of you. The spirit of Russ will always be with you. Jim and I love you so,Aunt Flo and Uncle Jim
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Marilyn & Walter Lapham posted a condolence
Thursday, October 7, 2010
You are in our thoughts & prayers at this difficult time. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Marilyn & Walter Lapham
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Lara Loory posted a condolence
Thursday, October 7, 2010
I am so sad about Russ. He had such an amazingly expansive personality. All those nights my brother and I spent playing with Missy and John, while our parents had marathon conversations... I felt so happy listening to their voices rising and falling in uproarious debate. My parents' friendship with Russ showed me how important it is to make time to be with people who understand you, respect you, love you, and also challenge you. I am sorry not to be able to attend the services tomorrow, but I am sending big metaphysical hugs to Libby, Kathy, John, and Missy. Take good care of yourselves. XXOOO
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Howard Liebermann posted a condolence
Thursday, October 7, 2010
As a boss, a fellow technologist, and above all as a person, I will forever cherish the times I've been privileged to share with Russ. May he find eternal peace.
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Barbara Loory posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
The Pleasure of His Company
Our 40 yrs. of friendship, beginning as neighbors on Park Hts. Ave. in Dover --conversations about Politics, Religion, Nuclear Power & Chernobyl, Crows, Chinese Art, Faulkner & Solzhenitsyn, American Indians and The West etc. -- intense, sometimes heated,but always interspersed with good cheer and laughter.
We could count on Russ to play the devil's advocate, to toss a little mischief into the brew & say the unexpected, to combine scientific rigor with warmth & compassion, & to remind us often of the adage about not judging someone else unless you've walked in their moccasins.
In recent years we haven't seen as much of Russ. He was off riding his motorcycle with Libby, a free spirit, up, down, cross country ... New Mexico, California, Nova Scotia, we couldn't keep up with him! Russ always had a thing for the Natural World, for seeing what remained of this great Continent, how it might have looked originally, before white man arrived. We're glad he got a good look at so much of it.
Mel and I will very much miss the pleasure of his company.
Barbara Loory
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Jill Hilbert posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Libby, I am so sorry for your loss....... my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
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Betty Steele posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Oh Libby, I am so sorry to hear of your loss! Russ is resting at peace now with no more suffering. I pray that God's hand will be on you and grant you peace and rest as you go through this very difficult time. God knows your every need.
Love, Your friend,
Betty Steele
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Brad Rush posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
I wish I had the opportunity to have known Russ; but even without that chance, I can see what a signficant footprint he has made in the lives of many. He will certainly be remembered. Peace be with you.
Love, Brad, Holly, Emily, and Olivia Rush
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Barb Kilgore Moppert posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Russ and I actually lived near one another in Dover and attended grammar school and high school together. My thoughts and prayers reach out to you. Surround yourselves with his love and may your memories give you strength.
Respectfully,
Barb Kilgore Moppeert
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DHS Class of 1961 posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Dear Classmate, Often the greatest journeys in life are those that weren't on the itinerary! We shall remember you and miss you at our 50th Reunion, Oct 2011. I know your shining spirit will be with us as in the past. Wishing your family strength and peace. Class of 1961 Dover High School.
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BARBARA STALTER WARD posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
So sorry to hear of the loss of classmate. My prayers are with the family.
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David Cushing posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
I remember Russ from my days as a BMW dealer in Stewartsville and seeing his comments later on the Airheads list. It was a pleasure to have known him and to talk with him about motorcycles. I also saw him on various rides throughout the NE. May he rest in peace and enjoy riding in the sky.
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Barb Damico posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Russ was a wonderful, kind person. I am very happy to have known him albeit for a short time. Libby, Chris and I were very saddened by the news and our hearts go out to you.
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Wendy [Rush] Sims posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Although I did not know Russ well, I knew the generous spirit, loving devotion and love of life with humor and adventure he had through the happiness I saw in the eyes of his wife, Libby. For that, I am grateful. Rest in peace. Libby, my heart and thoughts are with you always. Love, Wendy
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Kathy WC posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
My deepest sympathies to you Libby, my dear friend.
Love and hugs,
Kathy (S.I.)
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Craig, Alison & Gracie posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Libby,
Thinking of you and wishing you peace today and in the days and weeks to come. We know you have many happy memories of Russ to hold on to.
All our Love, Craig, Alison & Gracie
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Anatol Rabinkin posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
It was a great honor to work with Russ. Please accept my deep condolences, Anatol
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Phillip Smith posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
I didn't know Russ, but heard of his passing from a fellow rider.
Healing prayers said for the family.
Phillip Smith
VROC#16245
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Todd Simms posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
I don't think I knew Russ. I may have met him at a BMW Rally?
I am always saddened when one our BMW motorcycle enthusiasts pass on. They are all special people & worth knowing.
May Libby, other family members & friends always carry his spirit in their hearts & lives.
Peace, Todd Simms
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Chad Pisano posted a condolence
Monday, October 4, 2010
The best kind of uncle a boy could wish for, Russ was a loved member of our family. He will live on forever in our memories. Rest in peace.
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Cranky posted a condolence
Monday, October 4, 2010
Healing Prayers for family and friends during this time of passing. God Bless and celebrate the life lived. He's in God's Loving Arms now.
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brian ehrgood posted a condolence
Monday, October 4, 2010
May the Good Lord Bless & keep him safe in his arms! From one biker to another, may he always ride on two wheels, at Peace forever. Amen.
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Rick Brittain posted a condolence
Monday, October 4, 2010
I didn't know Russ, but heard of his passing through a friend of his. Rest in peace Russ.
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Janet Lake posted a condolence
Monday, October 4, 2010
I work with Rhonda Pisano in Bernards Township she told us about Russell's illness. I am very sorry to hear of his passing. Rhonda spoke very highly of him and I know she feels his loss.
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Breta Rush posted a condolence
Monday, October 4, 2010
"God's finger touched him, and he slept."
These words from Tennyson, remind me that God is always with us and suurounds us with peace and rest. The miracle of Russ's life will be remembered by all of us who knew him. Much love to you,Libby.
Aunt Breta
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Joe Agro posted a condolence
Monday, October 4, 2010
Our interactions were few but the follow-up discussions and e-mails were many.
Prayers for the family and friends...
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GAIL BELL posted a condolence
Monday, October 4, 2010
Rhonda and family - my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
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Lauren Shiffrin Huelsebusch posted a condolence
Monday, October 4, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. So many memories....especially of our younger days in Aunt Hulda's fabulous home. Russ used to take me up to the doll room (my favorite) all the time. For years we all gathered to celebrate Hulda and Gus's birthdays. More recently, Russ was such a help to my mom, Betty, when my dad, Al, was in Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in NYC. He made the trek with her there time after time to visit. I am heartbroken, but will always remember Russ's smile, and the twinkle in his eyes.
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Veda Bell posted a condolence
Monday, October 4, 2010
I will always remember Russ with love and affection. He was a wonderful husband to my daughter Libby and made her very happy. I am thankful for the happy years they had together. His photography was outstanding. I will always treasure the many spectacular scenes and views that I have.
Russ's memory will live on forever.
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Lorraine J De Grande posted a condolence
Monday, October 4, 2010
My heartfelt condolences in your loss. He rides now helmet free...
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Rhonda Pisano posted a condolence
Monday, October 4, 2010
Glad you came into our lives and that you and Libby shared so many wonderful times over the years. We will miss your contibutions to our political conversavtions at Christmas.
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mike pelic posted a condolence
Monday, October 4, 2010
Will miss you buddy.
I think of you often when we ride those backroads in the Adirondacks.
