Robert Roy Russell Jr. died on September 28, 2021 in Hudson, Florida.
Born on March 2, 1947 in Mount Vernon, NY, Bob was the oldest of five children. Son to Robert Roy Russell Sr. and Jean Marie Perry, Bob and his siblings were raised by their father and step-mother Josephine (Costello) Russell. Bob is survived by the love of his life and soulmate Jacqueline (Cronin/Welsh) Russell; his brother John, his brother Kevin & sister-in-law Patti, and his brother-in-Law John Falotico. A proud parent and grandparent, Bob was blessed with a large family: Robert Roy Russell III, his wife Jessica, & their son Robert, JT Welsh & his children Sean, Logan, & Jessica; Jeanette Welsh and her partner Mark Jennings, Anastasia (Welsh) Clohessy, John Clohessy and their daughter Emma; Kevin Welsh, his wife Nadia, & their sons Sami & Ryan. Bob’s late siblings include Michael Russell and Jeanmarie (Russell) Falotico. Bob’s professional life always centered around helping others and he enjoyed careers in the Military, law enforcement, and health care. He proudly served in the United States Navy where he achieved the rank of Chief Master-at-Arms before retiring from the Seabees. He was a sworn officer in the Mount Vernon Police Department where he achieved the rank of Sergeant before retiring. After that, he spent 16 years working at Hospitals in New York including Burke Rehabilitation and Orange Regional Medical Center. In 2007 when he “retired” Bob & Jackie moved to Florida
where, in short order, he began working with the team at Kinematics & Controls Corporation. Most recently, Bob returned to public service and was working for the Pasco Sheriff’s Office as their Community Services Coordinator.
An enthusiastic member of the Elks, Bob was elected as the Exalted Ruler of the Aripeka Elks Lodge 2520 in April 2021. He recently became an associate member of VFW Lodge #4412. He loved military history, trivia, fishing, volunteering, and tinkering on his computer. Bob cherished his family and traveled often to spend time with them; especially his grandchildren who provided him with much joy.
Services will be held at Dobies Funeral Home in Hudson, FL on Friday, October 1 from 1-3:30 and Yannantuono Funeral Home in Mount Vernon, NY on Tuesday, October 5th from 3-7pm. The funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Victory Church in Mount Vernon on Wednesday October 6th at 10am.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to support volunteers at either of his recent organizations. Donations may be sent to:
Aripeka Elks Lodge 2520
9135 Denton Ave
Hudson, FL 34667
Pasco Sheriff’s Charities Citizen Service Unit
8700 Citizens Dr
New Port Richey, FL 34654
Karen Singleton
October 3, 2021, 1:44 am
So sorry to hear of Bob passing. He will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Karen Singleton and Ken Palmiotto.
Marge & Bill Highfield
October 3, 2021, 2:27 pm
Our condolences and prayers are extended to Bob’s Wife Jackie and Family.
Jeff & Judy Lane
October 3, 2021, 7:02 pm
We are so sorry to hear of Bobs passing. He was such a kind and hard working Man. He is the one who signed us up and was our sponsor when we first joined the Elks. We were excited to see when he was elected Exalted Ruler. Thanks for his Service in the Military and the Elks and the Pasco County Sheriff Dept. He will be missed. Always a kind word to everyone. Our deepest sympathy to his Family and Friends. Prayers to all.
John Gudavich
October 4, 2021, 2:49 pm
We are all so heart broken over the death of Bob Russell. He was a great friend who always volunteered to help others no matter the need. He is truly missed and it will be hard to get past this loss. God bless you and your family Bob! Rest In Peace my friend
Neal and Janet Hansen
October 4, 2021, 4:42 pm
Our prayers and thought are with you Jackie, and the family. Bob was a kind gentleman and wonderful neighbor. Praying for comfort and peace for you at this time and in the days ahead.
Diane K. Jennings
October 6, 2021, 9:47 pm
To Jackie and family,
We were all so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. This has to have been an extremely difficult week for you both emotionally and physically. Please know you have been in our hearts and prayers. We so enjoyed spending a few days with you several years ago. We remember Bob as a cheerful, smiling, happy guy with lots of interesting talents and abilities. Mark and Jeanette have kept us up on what’s been happening with you. We are so glad you were able to spend a few days in San Francisco this summer. We want to express our love to you and our wish for you to be able to find solace and peace in the weeks to come. Please take care of yourself and allow plenty of time to adjust to your new circumstances. Jeanette is so intuitive and I know your children will help buoy you up. May God bless you and your family.
With our love,
Diane & Mans Jennings and family