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Mom posted a condolence
Monday, May 24, 2010
Russ, Happy Birthday. I still love and miss you so much. Life is just not the same without you. Love, Mom
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louise posted a condolence
Friday, May 21, 2010
How could I forget your birthday? I still think about you and miss your laugh. The world just isn't the same without you.
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Mom posted a condolence
Monday, March 8, 2010
I can't believe it's been two years already. I guess I'll never stop crying. Love and miss you so much.
Love,
Mom
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Jen posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Russ, I think about you so much and miss you. You had the most beautiful smile, a contagious laugh, and I hold onto that. You were a one of a kind. XOXO, Jen
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Annie &Brian posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Russ, We think of you often, you are truly missed.
Aunt Annie and Uncle Brian
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Mom posted a condolence
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Russ,
I just wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday and to tell you how much your whole family misses you. Things are just not the same without you. I love you more than words can say and the hole in my heart will remain there for the rest of my life.
I love you,
Mom
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louise posted a condolence
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Happy Birthday, Russ! I think about you every time I drive under the bridge that you scrapped the side of my rental truck in Rutherford. I miss you buddy, the world isn't the same without you.
xoLouise
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Ali Cables-Stein posted a condolence
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Russ, I am missing you so much lately. Its getting more real as time passes that you are really gone. We may not have hung out a lot after you moved to PA, but I always knew I had you to talk to - a joke that only you would find funny (or get), or a bit of gossip too juicy not to pass on. When we did see each other, it was like no time had ever passed and our friendship was solid. Well, its been too long, and that makes me sad. We talk about you a lot and share funny Russ stories. You were one of a kind, and I am so honored that you considered me your friend. Miss you forever! Please tell John we say hey and miss him and love him too! Hope you two are having fun keeping heaven entertained! xox - ali
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Sarah posted a condolence
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Russ, have been thinking about you a lot. Miss you.
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sarah dorey posted a condolence
Thursday, February 5, 2009
can't believe it's been a year. miss you!!
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Ardra posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Russ,
I am so sorry I wasn't at the funeral. I didn't find out till last night almost exactly a year after your death. Thanks for being there for me when I was new to New Jersey. So many memories of freshmen year at CCM...
Thanks,
Ardra
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Carol Flanagan posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Dear Russ,
We went to LBI again this year for our family vacation. We really missed you this year even though you were only going to come down for a couple of days. We had the same house as last year and there were a lot of memories. We ran into Karen from the Acme down there and her and I did some crying together. So many people still miss you. I had a dream about you while were were there. We were all sitting on the beach and I looked over my right shoulder and you wer standing on the dunes waving to us. I'm hoping that meant that you were there with us. You're always in my heart and will be there forever. I love and miss you every day. Love, Mom
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James Austro posted a condolence
Friday, July 11, 2008
I thought over time the pain of your passing would heal. Its been over 5 months & I can't just can't get over the fact that I will never see you again. I visit you often, i hope you know how much you ment to me. All I do is talk of all the good times we had. I have so many people sending me pics of us over the years. We did have a lot of fun. I miss you!
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Annie & Brian posted a condolence
Sunday, June 1, 2008
Dear Russ,
We know your Birthday was on May 21st. but we still want to
say "Happy Birthday". We miss getting e-mails from you and saying "Hi" to us. We think of you often and you will always be in our hearts, Love,
Aunt Annie and Uncle Brian
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James Austro posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Happy Birthday! This is the first year since 1990 that I will not be celebrating your birthday with you. It has been very hard not to cry everyday over the past few months. Those tears usually end with laughs of all the good times we had. There is no bad memory I have with you. We had so many great times & they will always be close to my heart. It feels like just yesterday (fall 93) that we drove around in your doge omni trying to get lost in NJ. We came to the conclusion that it is next to impossible to get lost without coming across some major highway. I miss you brotha.
James
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Mom posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Dear Russ, Today is your birthday and I so miss you. I can still remember the day you were born. I remember going into labor at 1:45 in the afternoon and you were so anxious to get into the world that you were born 23 minutes later. I remember the nurses running down the hall with me to get me into the delivery room on time. I remember the doctor holding you up and saying "another boy" and me thinking I can't name you Sharon now. I don't think we had a boy's name picked out because everyone was so sure I was having a girl. You were born between shifts and I had to wait in the hallway until 3:00 before I could get into my room. I remember thinking this one is trouble already! You did have your mischievious ways at times but all you had to do was smile that big smile of yours and we couldn't stay mad at you for long. You brought so much laughter and fun into the family. I'll miss making your ribs/fried chicken and potato salad for your "birthday meal". I will miss calling you and leaving a message on your cell phone at 2:08 that you were officially another year older. I so miss everything about you every day. I hope someday I can get through a day without crying but that hasn't happened yet. I will love and miss you forever and ever. Love, Mom
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Jen posted a condolence
Saturday, May 10, 2008
Thinking of you and your family as Mother's Day and your birthday is approaching. I remember last year for your birthday, buying you the Yankees tickets, we may not have had the best seats, but I am so glad we got to go.
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Bill Weightman posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
I had met as a quasi-political figure in Sussex County and running New Jersey Department of Labor Offices in Sussex County, and a light supervisory role in Warren County. He was with the New Jersey Herald, and called me time-to-time. He was a throw back to the days of muckrakers. I have always been a fan of journalism and good journalists. I have met editors and reporters from a number of papers, including the NJ Herald, and the Express Times where Russ was a stellar and often a funny guy. My daughter out of college worked with him as the Herald's News Clerk before leaving for radio in Sussex and NYC. We both loved Russ, and will miss him. Journalism needs some more muckrakers, and journalists like Russ. Russ, we may have hardly knew you, but we will certainly miss you. If there is a rock and roll heaven then there must be a similiar place for journalists. Find it for us,Russ!
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Annie & Brian posted a condolence
Thursday, March 27, 2008
We think of you often Russ, you will always be in our hearts. May the "Great Spirit always be with you and your family. Love,
Aunt Annie and Uncle Brian
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Carin Sollman posted a condolence
Friday, March 21, 2008
I wanted to take a moment to let you know that I was thinking of your family this week. I was in the Federal Courthouse in Allentown on Wednesday, for a meeting involving the death of my husband, and Ed Sieger was there from the Express-Times. Normally Russ would cover anything involving my husband, and it reminded me of your tragic loss and the shock and pain you all must still be in. It is so hard to lose a loved one at such an early age - not that losing someone at any age is easy but to be able to say they lived a long and fulfilling life certainly makes it more acceptable, more understandable. What happened to Russ is just so unbelievably tragic my heart aches for your entire family. The pain will never go away - it will always be there, right under the surface - but as time goes on the pain will soften and become more bearable. Please know that you remain in the thoughts and prayers of many people. Russ was a wonderful person, and he will never be forgotten. May God bless your family. Take care. With warm thoughts ~ Carin Sollman
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Courtney posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
I only met you a few times, but thought you were a stellar guy. My thoughts are with your family.
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Jess posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
I still miss you. I sit at my desk and wait for you to walk through our door. Its not the same to see Tyra without you.
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Candy Wallace Gallagher posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
My husband Joe and I had the pleasure of meeting Russ on our friend's boat on the Chesapeake last summer. At the time, he was dating their daughter, Jen. We were both impressed with his friendliness, intelligence, and sense of fun. We were so saddened to hear of his untimely death and he and his family have been in our prayers. He had such a bright future and touched so many lives, he definitely made this world a better place.
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Alyssa Young posted a condolence
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Russ, Whenever I hear Nickelback now, I remember you and Dustin teasing me for liking it. Oh, and, I wish I knew for certain, but I'm pretty sure you weren't letting me win at arm-wrestling. Right???
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Kelley Boralsky (DAmelio) posted a condolence
Friday, February 22, 2008
I just saw this.
i went to school will Russ, sad very sad.
I liked him.
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Kelley Boralsky (DAmelio) posted a condolence
Friday, February 22, 2008
I just saw this.
i went to school will Russ, sad very sad.
I liked him.
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carol posted a condolence
Thursday, February 21, 2008
I'm sorry to learn of your loss. It sounds like Russell was an extraordinary young man. I have taken the liberty of recording his death in "www.findagrave.com" so that he will be remembered for eternity and can be known to the entire world...please check it out.
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Sarah Mausolf posted a condolence
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Still missing Russ. Being in Easton just wasn't the same without him. The memorial service was beautiful and I want to say thank you to everyone who helped put it together. My heart goes out to Mr. and Mrs. Flanagan and all of Russ' family and friends.
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Sarah Mausolf posted a condolence
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Still missing Russ. Being in Easton just wasn't the same without him. The memorial service was beautiful and I want to say thank you to everyone who helped put it together. My heart goes out to Mr. and Mrs. Flanagan and all of Russ' family and friends.
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Sarah Mausolf posted a condolence
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Still missing Russ. Being in Easton just wasn't the same without him. The memorial service was beautiful and I want to say thank you to everyone who helped put it together. My heart goes out to Mr. and Mrs. Flanagan and all of Russ' family and friends.
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Annie & Brian Flanagan posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
In Loving Memory of our Nephew Russell. Our deepest Sympathy goes out to Bill and Carol and family for their loss, we know Russell will be truly missed. And to Russ, we just want to say, Even though we lived miles apart, you will always remain in our heart. Rest in Peace and May the Great Spirit be with you.
Love, Uncle Brian & Aunt Annie
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Annie & Brian Flanagan posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Bill and Carol and family for their loss. We know Russell will be truly missed. And to Russ, we want to say that even though we live miles apart, you will always remain in our heart.
Rest in peace and May the Great Spirit be with you.
Love, Uncle Brian & Aunt Annie
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Mary Wos posted a condolence
Monday, February 18, 2008
Carol and Family: I am deeply sorry for your family's loss. No words can soothe your sorrowful heart. My prayers are with your and your family. May god be with you to help you through this troubling time.
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Jeannette Brodeur posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
I was lucky to work with Russ at THe New Jersey Herald for several years. He made it fun to come to work. He always made me laugh and lit up the newsroom with his impressions of people, his laughter and his smile. I will miss him even though I haven't seen him in a few years. He was a lovely person and I was happy to have known him for as long as I did. God bless his family and friends. May your memories of him bring you comfort.
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Linda Lisanti posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
I worked with Russ for several years at the E-T, but really got to know him well during my last few months there. As so many have said, you couldn't be around Russ without smiling and laughing. He was so full of life that it's still hard to believe he's gone. Every time I see Star Wars, I'll remember the fun times we shared. Thank you Russ for bringing so much laughter into our lives.
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Karen posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
A thought and prayer for all who knew and loved Russ...."When I am gone, release me, let me go, I have so many things to see and do. You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears, be happy that we had so many years. I gave you my love, you can only quess how much you gave me in happiness. I thank you for the love you have shown, but now it's time I traveled on alone, So grieve a while for me, if you must, then let your grief be comforted by trust. It's only for a while that we must part, so bless the memories within your heart, I won't be far away for life goes on, so if you need me call, and I will come. Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near and if you listen with your heart, you'll hear all of my love around you soft and clear. And then, when you must come this way alone, I'll greet you with a smile and say, "Welcome Home".
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Bill Hundhausen posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
I would like to express in words what I am feeling in my heart. The death of Russ is so sad. Such a fine young man. My nephew and the son of my sister Carol.
Carol the rock that is your family has been shakened. I can only hope and pray that I will hear your laughter echo off the walls at family parties. We need you so much now. I will gather strength from yours and once again as a family we will become stronger.
Love Bill
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Sue S posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
Carol, Bill & family,
We're so sorry for your loss, there's no words but maybe this little poem will bring some small comfort to you.
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am in a thousand winds that blow,
I am the softly falling snow.
I am the gentle showers of rain,
I am the fields of ripening grain.
I am in the morning hush,
I am in the graceful rush
Of beautiful birds in circling flight,
I am the starshine of the night.
I am in the flowers that bloom,
I am in a quiet room.
I am in the birds that sing,
I am in each lovely thing.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there. I did not die.
-- Elizabeth Frye
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Sue S posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
Carol, Bill & family,
We're so sorry for your loss, there's no words but maybe this little poem will bring some small comfort to you.
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am in a thousand winds that blow,
I am the softly falling snow.
I am the gentle showers of rain,
I am the fields of ripening grain.
I am in the morning hush,
I am in the graceful rush
Of beautiful birds in circling flight,
I am the starshine of the night.
I am in the flowers that bloom,
I am in a quiet room.
I am in the birds that sing,
I am in each lovely thing.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there. I did not die.
-- Elizabeth Frye
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dixie posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
I worked with Russ at Acme in Rockaway and he had such a sweet personality and he was always a joker and fun to work with.
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Tom Zanki posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
My deepest condolences to Russ' family. Words can't do justice. But if it brings any comfort, know that Russ never failed to brighthen our days at work. When Russ walked into a room, he lit it up. He was a dear colleague and friend. Peace and God Bless.
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J.W. posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
Russ was a great guy who will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and all who knew him.
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Sue S posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
Carol, Bill & family,
We're so sorry for your loss, there's no words but maybe this little poem will bring some small comfort to you.
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am in a thousand winds that blow,
I am the softly falling snow.
I am the gentle showers of rain,
I am the fields of ripening grain.
I am in the morning hush,
I am in the graceful rush
Of beautiful birds in circling flight,
I am the starshine of the night.
I am in the flowers that bloom,
I am in a quiet room.
I am in the birds that sing,
I am in each lovely thing.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there. I did not die.
-- Elizabeth Frye
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Lina Mendes posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Flanagan family, I'm sure you've heard a million wonderful things about Russ... which I’m also sure you know are all very true.
We cross paths over two years ago and I was so happy to have known him. He would always crack me up with his humor…even if I didn’t quite get it at times. One of the things that we shared, and I will miss dearly was our love for ghost hunting. We could go on for hours about it.
May his smile shine brightly down upon us!
God Bless.
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Billy Staples posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
I had the pleasure of meeting Russ during the summer of 2003. He possessed genuine personality traits that we all could look up to. Russ was real and he took alot of pride in his work. I can honestly say there was never a dull moment in our conversations. Another reaso it was easy to bod with him was because we were both raised in NJ and we both loved the Yankees. Like many others, I will miss him dearly, but I'll be smiling whenever his name is mentioned or a Flanagan story is told.
Billy Staples, Easton PA
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April Hall posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
There are so many thoughts here, I can't say it better. I can only say it again. My husband and I met at The Express-Times and were there when Russ started. After we left the paper, I'm so sorry that we didn't keep better touch with our family there. No matter how little we see each other, I carry a little of everyone from that newspaper in my heart.
Russ was no exception, to be sure. I agree with everyone here, Russ was sweet, passionate and compassionate. People have come together over his death like I've never seen before. The sentiments here and all over The Express-Times are a true testament to how Russ lived his life. It's also a testament to his family. Meeting the Flanagans yesterday pulled it all together -- how Russ was raised to be so kind. You all, somehow, managed to console us when we were there to help you. Your humor and graciousness made yesterday just a little easier. Thank you for that gift and thank you for the gift of Russ.
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Brian Shappell posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
I never had the pleasure of working with Russ as I was exiting Easton right before he came in. However, during the few times in which we hung out with mutual friends, it was easy to realize he was a really great guy and someone who was in journalism for all the right reasons. I had much respect for him and am glad I was able to share a few laughs with him. My deepest condolences...
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Amber (Boyce) Anderson posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
I am sad that I was not able to keep in close contact with Russell after I left the NJ Herald in 2003. He was a great friend and co-worker that was always there when you needed him. He was part of the greatest experience of being a reporter at the Herald so far away from my hometown in Ohio. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
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Sarah Mausolf posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
Russel Crowe, words cannot express how much you will be missed. My deepest condolences to your family.
Here are my top 10 favorite memories:
1) That time you tried to convert me from coffee to tea with honey at Panera Bread.
2) The first night we hung out at Drinkys. Thanks for walking me to my car. You're such a good friend.
3) Playing pictionary at my apartment. You have serious skills :-)
4) Listening to "The Killers" in your car after Porter's.
5) That snowy morning at the "Holliday Inn" when I woke up with a note written in pink highlighter that started with "Sorry this is in highlighter but it was the only thing I could find..."
6) Studying for the copyediting test together. Nerd alert!
7)The Don Pablo incident. Just kidding.
8)That crazy night in Reading.
9) The countless nonsmoking cigarette breaks outside The Express-Times
10) And my absolute favorite: the walk back to my car after the bar crawl in Bethlehem. No one else can make a simple act so entertaining.
I feel so blessed to have been a part of your life, Russ. Rest in peace, buddy. Love, VonMeowsolf
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Ann L. Hebert posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
To Russell's Family, I am so very sorry, such a fine and handsome man. I am a friend of Ann Sorbara and I live in New Orleans, LA. I lost my only daughter, Angie RN, in 2002. Ann Sorbara lost her daughter, Laura, the same year. I know the deep empty feelings that you will have to endure for the rest of your lives. Stay very close as a family and God will help you through your agonies in the garden.
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Mike Weilamann posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Russ was truly one of the good guys. I'll never forget our conversations that always resulted in laughter. God speed.
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Laura Hartzell posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
In MEMORY of Russ, We will miss your laughter, your smile, your sense of humor, but most of all We will miss YOU!
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Karen Blend posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Russ,you will be missed, especially your great smile that lights up a room. Your spectacular personality and your quick wit was always a joy! You will never be forgotten. You will be in many other hearts as well as mine forever. Rest in peace!
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Lynn Marino (Rooney) posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Russ, you will be missed. I have great memories of all of us on the street hanging out and playing ball, riding bikes and just being kids! Rest in Peace!
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B Adams posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Many times in life we cross paths with someone who truly leaves a lasting impression on us. Russ was one of those people. No matter how rough of a day you were having he always had a way of making it better. He was a professional in every sense of the word. Every one of us has a special gift that Russ gave us and that is the wonderful memories that will stay with us forever. Thank You Russ you will be missed by all. -30-
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Pete Brekus posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
What can you say about our beloved Russ, a man who exuded “cool” while being open to all? There was nothing cold in his coolness. Everyone who knew him knows that Russ Flanagan had a special telegraphy with his wide, soulful eyes. He had a talent for writing truth in his news writing, but he also had a unique ability to communicate with the average man, an empathy that came from the heart. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Rest in peace, my friend.
Pete Brekus
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Bob C posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Some years ago, I believe it was 2003 or 2004, Russ Flanagan and I had this crazy idea we were going to write a hit movie about pro football in the 1920s.
For years we were very fired up about it. We had great ideas for characters and action sequences. We had a fabulous plot to keep the audience enthralled. Everyone we spoke to about the project seemed to think it was a wonderful idea, well worth pursuing.
Then we learned about “Leatherheads,” a George Clooney film soon to be making the rounds in theaters, and I remember feeling that awful feeling reporters feel when they get scooped on a big story.
Russ and I talked about abandoning our script. After “Leatherheads,” no matter how good our script was, it would always seem to a potential buyer that we were mere copycats, I said.
But after some lengthy discussions we decided to continue with our project anyway, if for no other reason than to find out if we could see our first collaborative movie project through to the end.
Russ was like that; he hated to give up on something he believed in.
Besides, he reasoned, we had no idea what “Leatherheads” was all about, so our 1920s football movie might be -- no, would be -- better. And movie audiences would realize that, of course, and sing our praises as its authors.
But we never finished the project. The dozens of character studies and scenes we wrote, mostly while drinking coffee and smoking cigarettes at an Allentown diner at 3 a.m., are now gathering electronic dust in a nearly forgotten subfolder in my computer.
It wasn’t for lack of trying, either. Russ and I must have worked hundreds of hours on this idea. We fretted minor details, debated plot devices, wrote dozens of rewrites and generally fooled ourselves into thinking we might actually, someday, be famous scriptwriters in Hollywood, doing lunch and driving around in expensive cars.
We envisioned the day when our script would be sold, the day when we would see our names on the big screen, like his heroes Joel and Ethan Coen or George Lucas.
It was great dream.
But some dreams don’t come true.
Sometimes, just when it seems all is well and right with the world, the unthinkable happens.
Sometimes, right after your favorite football team wins the Super Bowl, right after a great weekend celebrating with family and friends, sometimes before you walk into a big trial that could cement an already impressive career as a court reporter, sometimes when you’re in the prime of life and enjoying the esteem of colleagues and critics alike, sometimes you die.
It was my very good fortune to have known Russ Flanagan, and it is everyone’s sad fate to have lost him.
The autopsy was inconclusive. No drugs, no foul play, no apparent cause of death whatsoever. Russ Flanagan, age 33, with movie star good looks and the proverbial soul of a poet, simply dropped dead in his tracks, according to reports, published this week with heartfelt sadness by his stunned colleagues, who now dutifully report the sorrows of those many, like me, who will never spend another moment dreaming crazy dreams with him again.
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Melvin & Amparo Cruz posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Danielle, parents (Carol and Bill) and family.
May God's neverending love comfort you in this difficult time.
I am sure Russ is heaven with the Angels and Saints showing him the way. The Cruz Family
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Danielle Grayson posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2008
My baby brother,
I will miss your laugh and smile. I will miss the look you would give me when I would be carrying on about something and then we would laugh. I'll miss the board games we would play and revert back to 8 year olds and complain to Mom that one of us was cheating. I will miss my children calling you 'Uncle Bus'. I will miss absolutely everything about you. My heart is broken, but I know that one day we will meet again. I will love you forever.
Danielle
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Danielle Grayson posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2008
My baby brother,
I will miss your laugh and smile. I will miss the look you would give me when I would be carrying on about something and then we would laugh. I'll miss the board games we would play and revert back to 8 year olds and complain to Mom that one of us was cheating. I will miss my children calling you 'Uncle Bus'. I will miss absolutely everything about you. My heart is broken, but I know that one day we will meet again. I will love you forever.
Danielle
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MRS MAE RAPP posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2008
I WORK IN THE CRIMINAL FILE ROOM AT THE COURTHOUSE WERE RUSS WOULD COME ALONG WITH HIS MORNING CALL FRIEND TYRA TO BUG ME FOR CERTAIN FILES. HE WAS A SPECIAL YOUNG MAN WHO LOVED TO SHARE HIS RECIPES,ETC. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO HIS FAMILY!
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Nick Marraccini posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2008
I could always count on Russ to get the story straight. He never once misquoted me or expected any information that I couldn't give him. The last time I saw him, he was asking questions about a triple homicide that had occurred and we both shared a laugh knowing that I couldn't give him any information but that he was smart enough to put two-and-two together. He was a very friendly and approachable reporter; traits that seem long forgotten in the profession. Rest in peace Russ. You will be missed.
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Jessica posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2008
Russ you were such a great person.Everyone will love you forever.
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Annie & Brian Flanagan posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2008
Russ,
May the Great Spirit be with you. Our Hearts are broken.
May the Great Spirit be with your family now and for ever. You will truly be missed.
Love,
Aunt Annie and Uncle Brian
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Annie & Brian Flanagan posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2008
In Loving Memory of our Nephew, Russell, we will miss you.
Aunt Annie and Uncle Brian
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Elaine Graeff posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2008
Russ will be missed by our
end of the Civil Division/
Sheriff's Department, Northampton County Courthouse. He always had a
smile on his face when he walked pass my desk almost
every day. I will miss his
sunny disposition and good
reporting for The Express.
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Bob posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2008
Russ only you, Glenn,Chris, and me will understand this: OFF THE ROPES!! I'm sad you're gone but god you left myself and many others SO much good to remember-thanks. Love ya. Cousin Bobby
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Mom & Dad posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2008
To our little boy,
If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane,
we'd walk right up to Heaven and bring you home again.
We'll love you forever and ever. Our hearts are broken.
Mom & Dad
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joan sullivan posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2008
Carol and Bill:
Russ has brought a smile to heaven. Whenever I think of Russ, both as a little boy and an adult, I see a smiling face. His loving personality will live on.
God bless you and continue to live the life Russ would have wanted you to live.
Love, Joan
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Ferdie posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2008
Aunt Carol and Uncle Bill,
We have another angel in heaven to pray to , Russ.
Love,
Ferdie
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Emily posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
Aunt Carol and Uncle Bill, my family and I are praying and thinking of you. God Bless!
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Mary Lynn posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
Dear Aunt Carol,
This is one thing I'll never forget hearing when we were kids:(this is hard to type but I think you'll get it)
GGGLLLEEENNN!!!!! RRRUUUSSEEELLL!!!!
Russ will be missed. He always showed up to all the family parties,and was happy to be there.Yes, he will be missed. My prayers are with you.Have courage, he is happy.
Love, Mary
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Noelle Restaino posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
I remember Russ always being around until he moved away. Our families are 2 of the families that live near eachother. There are 4 families that have been really close forever since I was a little girl. I can remmeber Russ and the other kids, Mark and John and Jason all playing together outside as children and I would sit and watch them. Some more recent memories that I have been told is when Russ and Jason got together they put Mark in the garbage can. I also remember Russ coming over to my house and scaring away a mouse for me. I will miss him but will always know his spirit will be with me forever.
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Matt Manlangit posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
Russ-You were one of a kind. I will never imagine your face without a smile! Pray for us since now you are closer to God.
Love your cousin,
Matt
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J. Palisi posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
I've seen the strength it takes to get past and move on
And would trade it all away to know how to keep you here forever........love you man
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Jacen Palisi posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
more memories than there are laves in a forest......all good
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JODY WOS posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
We are always at a loss of words at a time like this. We can never express how sorry we are for the loss that you feel. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.
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Ruthie posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
Rest in peace my friend,you will be missed by many. To his friends and family, and coworkers I'm very sorry for your loss.
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Steve DeSalvo posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
I am glad we were able to hang out recently with Dino, you were always a blast to be around. My thought are with your family. rest in peace brother, we will miss you.
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Emily Kear posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
I will never forget Potter's T.V production class. I am so glad I got to see you a few weeks ago. You were your same silly self (great times) I am going to miss you, but will never forget you.
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Tara posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
You held the gift of laughter and always made people smile-you will be missed by so many
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Roger Clow posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
Heartfelt condolences to Russ's family and to all of his colleagues at the Express-Times.
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JUNE SMITH posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
I work for the Northampton County District Attorney's Office, Russ was the type of person you couldn't help but like, his smile, eyes and his wonderful personality sure will be missed. My thoughts are prayers are with him and his family. God Bless you all. June Smith, as he called me June in February.
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Gretchen&Carl posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
Russell now sees with eyes that now shine with a more powerful insight. HIs eyes look at us from this picture now and seem to speak silent consolation that we should stop our crying and be happy for the time of reunion. He seems to look at us with a victory smile that he has conquered life, passed through death and is now enjoying the rewards of a life well lived.
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Jill Smith posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
My condolences to the Flanigan family and Russ's many friends. He will be missed here at the Courthouse. God Speed Russ. Jill
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Rudy Miller posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
R-Flan cared passionately about the craft of writing. We'd argue for a half hour about whether to change a single phrase in one of his courthouse reports. I still can't believe he's gone. I'm a better person for having worked with him and known him. --R-Mill
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Kris & Doug Kandel posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
We wish that wonderful memories comfort & sustain you during this tragic heartbreak. We hope in time you can find some peace.
Our sincerest codolences & love,
The Kandels
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Susan Hutnik posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
I worked with Russ in the courthouse. I could always count on him for a smile and a comment that was guaranteed to make me laugh. My deepest sympathy to his family.
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christa smith posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
The world will miss that wonderful laugh and smile, rest in peace and know that you are in our thoughts.
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Doug posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
My favorite thing about Russ was how he found a way to include everybody in whatever he was talking about or doing.
He also had this great cackling laugh he used to turn the screws whenever he decided to dish out some playful guff. I last heard it when he teased Eileen for wearing an Eagles sweatshirt the night before the Super Bowl.
He had a nickname for nearly everyone. The first time he met me, my first week at the E-T, inclusive as he was, he tried to give me one: Dabrill. "It's like debris, only dabrill," he said then cackled. It didn't really stick but I was glad he brought me in the loop my first week on the job.
Russ was the man.
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Ali Stein posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
My heart goes out to Russ’ family – I am so terribly sorry for your loss. Russ was truly one of a kind. He had an infectious laugh and was so incredibly witty. All my memories of Russ are peppered with laughter. You knew you were going to have a good time when you were with him. He was so easy to be around, even if you hadn’t seen him in a while, you always picked up like no time had passed. He was so well read and had such a passion for life that conversations always flowed so effortlessly – you could discuss pretty much anything, usually laughing all the while. Russ was a wonderful wordsmith… the stuff that would come out of his mouth – so funny and so witty. The world is an emptier place without you here, Russ, but you left behind a lifetime of wonderful memories we’ll use to try to ease the pain and fill that void. I feel honored to have had a friend like you. God Bless you, Russ! May you rest in peace. You will forever be missed. You will never be forgotten.
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Northampton County Probation Dept. posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
Russell Stover/Simmons/etc.,
You were one of a kind and our thoughts are with your family. You were one of the most approachable people and you had a comeback for everything! What a pleasant person to be around (and we were together often in the ol' courthouse!). It's still so surreal, but you will forever be remembered.
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Kim Derasmo posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your timee of loss.
Sincerely,
Kimberly & Paul Derasmo
Charlotte, NC
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KJ Galati Frantz posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
Warm, caring, funny and thoughtful are all words that come to mind when I think of Russ. I feel blessed to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
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Jeanine Ludwikowski posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
Russ was a genuinely nice guy and great person to have the opportunity to get to know in the short time I knew him. He made anyone feel comfortable talking to him and I will always appreciate him acting as "our photographer" at my daughters Christening. Our prayers go out to your family and friends. God bless.
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Maggie Kayal posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
I know Russ from working at the Express-Times. I didn't know him well but he seemed like such a nice young man. God rest his soul.
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Christy posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
Russ was a genuine person with the gift of making people laugh. It is so tragic this happened but I know he is in heaven, my prayers are with him. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
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Kathy posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
I am filled with sadness over the loss of a truly good person, whose wonderful sense of humor could make anyone smile, and usually made them laugh. You will be missed by all who knew you. My condolences to your family.
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Stefanie Donati & Ed Mirabella posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
My fiance and I met Russ a few years back and he was a wonderful man. Russ and Eddie would talk for hours about the Yankees and laugh together all night. A true gentelman with a kind heart that shined right through his smile. God Bless you Russ you will be missed.
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M. White posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
It will take a while for heaven to get back to normal. The angels can't keep their minds on their work. Russ is charming the halos off them.
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Jen Derbyshire posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
Russ, I can't believe that you are gone. You are such an amazing person. I am so thankful for having met you and being able to spend time with you. Thank you for helping me through a couple of rough times. And thank you for what you have taught me and opened me up to in the 8 months that we were together. I will miss your beautiful smile. I will plant something in our garden in your memory. My thoughts are with you and your family.You will be missed.
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Ann Sorbara posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
Carol, I'm so deeply sorry for the loss of such a wonderful and talented son. My heart grieves with you. I remember how you always spoke of your family and I remember Russell. Please contact me if I can help you in any way. I share many tears with you. May God bless you and shine his light upon you. May He be gracious unto you. Bless the soul of your dear Russell and may he now be in God's everlasting light in eternal peace. Thank you Jesus. With Love, Ann, Mother to an Angel, Laura Ann Kimble who lives forever in my heart
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F.L. posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
Russ was truly a great person. He will be missed by all.
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Philip Viglione posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
Wednesday, February 6, 2008, will be one of those days that I will not forget for some time to come. I was working at my desk with the radio on in the background when I heard the tragic news concerning Russ Flanagan. I was shocked and saddened to learn of his untimely death.
I never met Russ in person and yet, I felt as though I knew him very well. You see, ever since he became a police reporter he would call me four or five times a week to gather information concerning police related incidents, which occurred in the Borough. As a result, I became very friendly with Russ. I remember the very first call he ever made to me. I thought to myself, “This guy is a genuinely sincere individual.” As I got to know him and respect him, I learned that I could discuss issues of a sensitive nature with Russ and I could trust him to report it in a manner that was accurate, fair and considerate.
Russ was a personable individual and many times we discussed matters other than that of “news.” Russ never failed to ask, “How are you today?” Knowing Russ, I knew the question was not that of a rhetorical nature. He was sincere and I knew he was hoping for a positive reply. Through our conversations, I learned where he grew up and where he was from; we discussed sports and a myriad of other topics. I would look forward to his call. On occasion, Russ would tell me that when the opportunity presented itself, he was going to travel to Pen Argyl and meet with me personally. I remember the day Russ informed me that he was assigned to the Court House. I asked if he was pleased with the assignment and without hesitation, he stated, “Yes, I’m looking forward to it; maybe someday we will be able to meet at the Courthouse.” Sadly, that never occurred. My only regret is that I never got to meet Russ in person. I am sure that he will truly be missed as he was respected by all who knew him. He was a gentleman and an outstanding person.
May God Bless and Look After Russ,
Phil Viglione
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Teresa Williams posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
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Doug and Joanne May posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
Our deepest sympathies on your loss. Our prayers are with you.
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Joe Caraglia posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
I haven't seen you in a long while but I would run into you in the wierdest places. You were always full of life. Everyone will miss you.
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Grace Yaskovic posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
The last time I saw Russ was at my son Robert's wedding a few years back, they had worked together at the NJ Herald. I wanted to give my condolences to his family on the loss of such a sweet young man.
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Grace Yaskovic posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
The last time I saw Russ was at my son Robert's wedding a few years back, they had worked together at the NJ Herald. I wanted to give my condolences to his family on the loss of such a sweet young man.
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Grace Yaskovic posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2008
The last time I saw Russ was at my son Robert's wedding a few years back, they had worked together at the NJ Herald. I wanted to give my condolences to his family on the loss of such a sweet young man.
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Julie Ford posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Dear Carol, Bill & family:
Our prayers & thoughts are with you. Russell was a great kid & grew into a wonderful young man & we know you were very proud of him.
Our Deepest Sympathy
Love, Julie & John Ford
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Mark DiLuzio posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Russ was always a true gentlemen whenever he spoke with you. He was a professional at his work and I will miss his presence in the courtroom and our conversations in the hallway afterwards. My prayers go out to his parents and family and also his co-workers. Rest in Peace Russ.
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Tara Grayson posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
To the Flanagan family, Danielle and my brother Rich my heart and prayers go out to you, Russ was a truly good person and he will be missed.
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Dave Kinsky posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go to the Flanagans, Graysons and extended Family and Friends.
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Christine Barr posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
It has been a while since we've seen each other face to face...but it hasn't made the hurt of your passing any easier. You were truly always a pleasure to be around. You were so full of ambition and personality and you had one great sense of humor. You were also thoughful to a fault. I remember the time you tried to get to my school as fast as you could in the pouring rain, with only somewhat of a clue of where you were going, even though you just had a problem at home...just because you said you would be there with me. You missed the entire play, but it really meant so much that you were waiting by the door with a smile on your face when I came out. You have touched my life as well as many others and you will be strongly missed, friend. Two other memorable things I can also thank Russ for: 1) learning how to whistle correctly (it became a mission) 2) being inspired to quit smoking only two weeks ago. Thank you Russ.
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Kelly Hill "Knoll" posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
There is an old saying that only the good die young. This is certainly true about Russ. I had the privilege of working with Russ at the New Jersey Herald. We covered many news stories together, he was the reporter I was the photographer, I always knew that if there was breaking news that Russ was right behind me going out the door. Russ was the person who gave me my nickname of Knoll. Russ questioned me about why I use my maiden name of Hill for my byline when my married name is Little. When I explained that it would have sounded like an Indian name, "Little Hill" if I had hyphnated it, he dubbed me Knoll, which we all know means a little hill. This was Russ, witty, funny, a great friend who had a infectious personality and the best laugh you would ever want to hear. He will be sorrily missed, my condolences to his family and friends.
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Robert Yaskovic posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
I worked with Russ for two years at The New Jersey Herald. We covered many assignments together. Russ and and I went into NYC on September 13 2001 to cover what we could of the terrorist attacks and from there we just took off. NYC a couple more times we covered Scott Garrett in DC, the Miss America Pageant in AC, the Able Oil explosion in Newton and so many others. It wasn't just work though, he was a good friend when we were not working. He came to my wedding three years ago and always called on my anniversary to say congrats. I can't believe how much this has shaken me and I will miss him forever.
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Janice Blake Piccotti posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
I covered Northampton County Court for eight years and have always paid particularly close attention when someone new took over the beat. Russ was an excellent courthouse reporter. His stories were accurate, interesting and among the most read in the pages of The Express-Times. Court reporters spend more time in the courthouse than they do in the newsroom. Every time Russ showed up here in the office, he lit up the place. I've been told it was the same at the courthouse. We will miss him terribly. I will say a prayer every morning at 5:30 a.m. for Russ, his family and his friends. I am honored to light this candle in celebration of his life.
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Robin VanDeMoere posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
I had the privilege of working with Russ at the New Jersey Herald. At that time seven years ago, I was his Front Page editor working the night shift and Saturday beat and he was a very new reporter. I remember my first night on the job Kenny Rogers was supposed to have a concert at the Fairgrounds and it had gotten cancelled because of rain and so I wrote what I thought was the most information headline … “Kenny knows when to fold them” and the next day Russ came into the newsroom (I had not yet met him) and with his big infectious smile he threw the copy on my desk and said, “this headline is brilliant – we are so going to be friends.” And we were … Russ used to love when I would concept my headlines out loud for him to critique. One night we had a photo that showcased this local farm and the farmers daughter was holding a big basket of apples, well she happened to be really well endowed and so I mocked up the front page and left it on Russ’ desk with the headline that read “How About Them Apples” – he kept that on his wall of honor right next to Princess Leia for the longest time. He had a great sense of humor. I actually looked forward to coming into work every night just to banter with him. He was intelligent and insightful and an excellent reporter. The last time I saw Russ was at a colleagues wedding, on New Years Eve a couple of years ago. We sat together as we did for so many nights in the Newsroom and we laughed about so many things that had happened while we were on the desk. My final memory of him is dancing with him as midnight struck – looking back now I can’t think of a better way to remember a beloved friend. I am no longer a Front Page editor but if I had to write a headline for Russ today it would probably say, “God Recruits Really Good Guy”
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Jess posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Russ was a great guy. He always had a smile on his face. He will be greatly missed.
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Carolyn posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
I feel honored to have known such a wonderful person as Russ. Never in a bad mood, never without a smile on his face and always a pleasure to be around. He was the reigning Jeopardy champ in the Civil Division at the courthouse and always challenged us to try to beat him (which was done on occasion). My thoughts are with his family and friends.
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kathy posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Russ you know I'll be thinking of you the whole time during Survivor and Lost. You were so excited about your two favorite shows being on the same night. I always looked forward to you explaining "Lost" episodes to me the next day since I was always confused! I will be rooting for "Johnny Fairplay" in your honor. Miss you always -
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JimmyP posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
The thing says "share a memory," so here we go. Russ and I wound up at Croc Rock one night to see Anthrax. Actually, we were each there to see different opening bands. The band I went to see played; the band he came to see didn't show. But he hung out the whole night anyway, and we spent the entire time making fun of the aging mullet heads in the mosh pit and the teen-agers who were condemned to stay there because it was the only under-21 area. Good times.
My thoughts are with the Flanagan family and Russ' friends. I wish there was more to say. He will be missed on so many fronts.
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Jules posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
My sincere condolences to Russ' family. I always admired the passion that Russ put into everything he did. He was so smart and fun.
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Diane posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
You always made me laugh. Now my very dear cousin I am crying because I will miss you and all the good things that made you a wonderful person!!! You will always be a bright light in my heart and never be forgotten.
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Ben posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
You gave us so many good times. I can still hear your laughter. This world is all the more hollow without you.
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Carin Sollman posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Please accept my most sincere and heartfelt condolences on your loss. I am so very sorry to hear about Russ. He was the reporter who covered the shooting death of my police officer husband in 2005, so I had a significant amount of contact with him over a 12-18 month period. He was very kind and compassionate when asking me questions about my husband. The one thing I so vividly remember about him is how soft and warm his eyes were and how gentle his smile - he seemed to genuinly care about the pain my children and I were in and was mindful to not say anything to make the situation worse. He was a wonderful journalist - I always knew when Russ was writing an article about my husband that it would be fair and accurate without being unnecessarily inflammatory. I can't imagine the pain your family is in right now and I hope you get some answers soon about what caused his untimely death. He was a wonderful young man who touched many lives - you can be so proud of all he has accomplished. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time and - though it may not seem possible now - as time goes on the pain in your hearts will ease. Russ will be with you forever in your thoughts, your words, your hearts, your dreams and your memories.
May God bless you, Russ, and may you rest in eternal peace forever safe in the arms of the angels.
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Jeff posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
I didn't know Russ too well, talked to him once in a while here at the office. He was a wonderful person and my prayers and condolences go out to all of his loved ones.
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Tom Quigley posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
I worked with Russ at The Express-Times. My memories of him are simple: He was a hard-working and professional journalist with a wonderful personality. He often made me laugh. I will miss him.
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juliette bednarz posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends. This is shocking and extremely sad news. He will be missed terribly.
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Sara Satullo posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Who else would give a sack of potatoes at the ET Christmas gag pollyana? There's a hole in this newsroom now. Russ your sense of humor, laugh and charisma were one of a kind. When you came to Bethlehem for the night it was always an adventure. My heart goes out to the Flanagan family.
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juliette bednarz posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends. This is shocking and extremely sad news. He will be missed terribly.
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Lissette posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Russ started at the paper right when I was leaving for a different job. Although our paths crossed only briefly, I'll always remember him a sweet, caring, laid-back and professional guy. My thoughts are with his family and friends, and of course with the "family" we are all a part of at the Express-Times.
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Lissette posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Russ started at the paper right when I was leaving for a different job. Although our paths crossed only briefly, I'll always remember him a sweet, caring, laid-back and professional guy. My thoughts are with his family and friends, and of course with the "family" we are all a part of at the Express-Times.
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Courtney posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
there was many fun times that Russ and I had just this past christmas. One of the funniest was doing the game where you get a number and pick a wrapped gift and then can trade. He was so funny talking about which ones he wanted. He was also just a really funny guy and it was so funny watching him try desserts when he didnt know what they were. Russ, I miss you alot. RIP
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Angela Connell posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Russ- You will be missed by all who you have come in contact with! You could always brighten the day. You were one of a kind!
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Brenda S. posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with Russ' family. Russ was always a kind and considerate man with a smile upon his face. Though I had not seen him in years, I knew he was out there somewhere making the world a better place and doing what he loved. He had a kind nature about him. He will be missed. May you rest in peace Russ.
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meghan smith posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with your family, Russ, and to everyone else who knew and loved you. I wish I'd told you more often what it meant to have someone like you for a friend. No one could tell a story quite like you could -- whether it was the cleverly-worded ones you put down on paper each day, or the hilarious ones you told in person in that characteristically witty style of yours. Thank you for the smiles and the laughs...and for giving me such wonderful, happy memories of you to hang onto.
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John Brand posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
I'll miss the unexpected Friday night calls from you saying you're at a bar up the street and want to catch up; especially the one you made when I worked at a paper in South Jersey and had no friends.
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Mike Condon posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
ON behalf of all of Russ' friends at Recorder Newspapers, where he spent a fun year before moving to the NJ Herald, we offer the family our condolences. He was a lot of fun, and he could lift your spirits no matter what kind of mood you were in. I'll always remember meeting Carrie Fisher from Star Wars with him. He was thrilled! We had a lot of fun with him, and he will be missed. God bless Russ and his family in this tough time.
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Courtney Lomax posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Russ, I'm so glad I had the chance to be a part of your life. I looked up to you as a reporter and a friend and of course loved you for being a Jersey native! I'll miss your laugh, Star Wars references (that I never got) and wonderful smile.
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Bevin posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Russ,
Writer's group is not going to be the same without you. Thanks for always making me laugh.
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Alyssa Young posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
I dedicate my Colonna Lane Chronicle archives to you!
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louise ciniglio posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
I'm heartbroken. RIP, Russ. You were one of a kind and will be sorely missed.
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Alyssa Young posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
I already miss hearing you greet me with "A-Yo!" when I answer the phone at my desk. Thanks for making me laugh every day.
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Jen Conde posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Russ was a good guy. He will be sorely missed.
