In Remembrance of Islander Robert Russell
Words of appreciation from Lisa Brohl, Lake Erie Islands Conservancy Chair, on the passing of islander Bob Russell:
In January 2001, after the Lake Erie Islands Chapter of the Black Swamp Conservancy had just been formed, Bob Russell came to our board meeting and asked us to take a look at the property across from his home on East Point. It was a big project, but he was persuasive!
Bob soon joined the board and helped with the creation of what is now the Scheeff East Point Preserve. He and his wife, Nancy, were frequent volunteers, as was their granddaughter Molly Domer. He helped get the Lake Erie Islands Nature and Wildlife Center open that first year as well. Bob remained on our board until his retirement and was still on the LEIS Advisory Council.
He often came to visit at our bird banding station, purple martin nest boxes, and other projects across the street. Although unable to read our emails or newsletter because of his poor eyesight, he would want to know all about our latest projects and continued to offer advice and encouragement. We will miss Bob’s sense of humor and constant support of our projects.
Obituary below with information on services:
ROBERT T. RUSSELL Beloved husband of the late Nancy W., (nee Watters), his parents, Ralph and Eva Erndt Russell; loving father of Robert A. (Linda), William L. (Karen), Cathleen N. (John Domer), Bret K. – deceased and D. Bruce – deceased (Sharon); grandfather of 13 and great grandfather of 13, brother John (Tina), Lenna Landers (Ben) and of the late Ralph (June), Eleanor Fitzgerald (Hugh), Jim (Pat), David (Elizabeth).
Memorial service at the ZEIS-McGREEVEY FUNERAL HOME, 16105 DETROIT AVE. Friday, February 9, 2024 at 11 a.m. Interment at Lakewood Park Cemetery. Friends received at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. on Friday. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to LEIC at PO Box 461 or Put-in-Bay EMS at PO Box 401, both at Put-in-Bay, OH 43456.
