Russell Lemley
January 31, 2013
Russell Wayne Lemley passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 31, 2013. Russell was born on May 19, 1955, in Marengo, Iowa, to Wayne and Sylvia Lemley.
Russ lived life to the fullest. He loved & cherished his family especially his grandchildren. He loved his family vacations & the many 2nd honeymoons that he and his wife, Donna, took. Russ loved the outdoors - fishing, hiking, boating, and riding his ATV in the woods. He enjoyed water skiing as well as driving the boat so others could experience the fun. Russ especially enjoyed vacationing in Minnesota each year, and shared the vacation with many family members. He was a great photographer and took many wildlife pictures. He also inherited the ability to fix anything from his Dad, and was always looking for ways to help others. Russ worked for UPS as a package car driver for over 30 years. Oh how he'll be missed!
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m., on Wednesday, February 6, 2013, at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. Family will greet friends starting at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, at the funeral home. Burial will follow the service at Glendale Cemetery.
Russell leaves behind his wife of 35 years, Donna; his children, Sarah (Dan) Fillius and Todd (Beth) Lemley; his grandchildren, Willa, Cael, and Blake; his mother, Sylvia Lemley; his father in-law, Glenn Blackman; his sisters, Linda (Jim) Wade and Anita (Gerry) Frazier; brother in-law, Al (Jane) Hart; and other loving family and friends.
Those who have gone on before him are his father, Wayne; his sister, Patty Hart; and his mother-in-law, Willie Blackman.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
boyd kale
02/07/2013
My sympathy to Donna and family!
Just heard about Russ!
Mike Grunert
02/06/2013
Russ and his family are in my thoughts and prayers, drove with Russ many years ago in Des Moines, was a great person.
Larry Emmons
02/06/2013
I had the pleasure of working with Russ at UPS. He was a dedicated employee and it was an honor to work with him. There are few people that were more respected than Russ. God bless you and your family.
kathy elsner
02/06/2013
dear donna sarah and todd,
my sincerest condolences. russ was such a dear man and one of my 'favorite' patients. my thoughts are with you and would say this in person, but my husband just had surgery. the circle of life is a fragile place. my prayers are with you and i hope the wonderful memories you have will sustain you.
kathy elsner
Donald & Deborah Eaton
02/06/2013
Dear Donna,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Scott & Cherie Donovan
02/05/2013
Please accept our condolonces. I worked with Russ for over 25 years at UPS. He was a truly humble, honest, and dedicated man. I have so much respect for the way he spoke and treated others. Our lives were truly blessed by knowing him. We will be praying for peace for your family.
Jim & Susanne Bollard
02/05/2013
We are very sad to hear about your dad. Keeping you in our prayers.
Dave & Gayl Waugh
02/05/2013
So sorry to hear about your loss. The family will be in our prayers.
Linda Seaba Neff
02/05/2013
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Let God carry you as is written in " FOOTPRINTS IN THE SAND"
Lory Rieger
02/05/2013
Dear Lemley Family: Sending my deep condelences to the entire family. I remember Russ as a smiling, and very devoted UPS driver. He will be sorely missed. Praying that you are surround in the Lord's loving arms in the days to come and find comfort from those who loved him. Lory
Larry Rogers
02/05/2013
Dear Lemley Family, my deepest sympathy goes out to you. I worked with Russ for many years at UPS and enjoyed eating breakfast with him at the eastside Hy-Vee each Wednesday morning. He will be greatly missed! We will be praying for you during this difficult time.
Frank Atzeni
02/04/2013
My deepest sympathy to the Lemley family. I worked with Russ for many years at UPS and there was no one more dedicated to his customers. He led by example... which we all looked up to him for! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family . Frank & Mary Atzeni
George Rood
02/04/2013
Lemley Family, I was very sorry to hear about the death of Russ. I worked with Russ at UPS for many years...very hard and dedicated worker! My deepest sympathy is with you and your family. Take care, George Rood
john grimm
02/04/2013
sorry to hear about your loss. i knew russell in jr high at english valleys before i moved away. russell, marc r., steve stoner an i had some good times together
Dianna Wiegert
02/04/2013
Donna and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in sharing your memories with family and friends. Although your loved one may be gone, he'll never be forgotten. God Bless You. Tim & Dianna Wiegert