John Russo's Obituary
John Russo, age 74, of Coulterville, IL, passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2016 at 11:20 a.m. in Memorial Hospital of Carbondale, Carbondale, IL. John was born on May 17, 1942 in West Frankfort, IL. On July 4, 1981, he married Marsha "Kris" Lambert in Columbia, SC and she survives. John worked as a mechanic and also in radiator repair for over 50 years. He member of the Grand Cote Cruisers and enjoyed fishing, guns and old cars. Survivors include his wife, Kris Russo of Coulterville, IL; two sons, Donald (Elizabeth) Russo of St. Louis, MO and Cody Russo of Coulterville, IL; one step-son, Gary LeForge of Gorham, IL; two grandchildren, Kasper Russo, Nicholas Russo Rath; one step-grandson, Ryan LeForge; three great-grandchildren, Lily, Reily and Adam Russo and one step-brother, Don Booth of Elkville, IL. He was preceded death by one son, John Russo Jr. and one grandson, Tyler Russo Rath. John's wishes were to be cremated with services to be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the John Russo family. Pyatt Funeral Home, Coulterville, IL is in charge of the arrangements.
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