Obituary of Russell Willard Book
Book, Russell "Chooch" - Unexpectedly on Thursday January 13, 2011 at the age of 72. Loving father to Tracey Chappell (Dorrin), Susan Jones (Rick), Jim (Tamara) and Kathy (Tony). Cherished Grandpa to Sandra, Steve, Jesse, Chase, Matt, Rachel, Kate, Michael and Tyler. Also survived by his sisters Linda, Carolyn, nieces and nephews and very close friends. Predeceased by his mother Marie (2010). Russ will be extremely missed by his grand dog and walking partner Marshall. He worked for over 42 years at General Motors as a locomotive engineer!
Family will receive friends at the George Darte Funeral Chapel, 585 Carlton Street on Tuesday between 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral Service will be held in the funeral home on Wednesday at 10:30am. Cremation will follow the service. Memorial donations may be made to the St. Catharines General Hospital Foundation (Trauma Unit - in memory of Dr. Ken Park) in Russ' honour.
A Memorial Tree was planted for Russell
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