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
Bobby Walter
02/04/2013
Donna, I am praying for the soul of your late husband Russell&for strength for you and all of your family members.I was blessed to have known&worked with Russell for all those long and hard years at UPS. Take care of yourself. Kindly,Bobby.
Bobbi Barnholdt
02/04/2013
We will all miss Russell very much!
He truly had a loving heart and lived life to the fullest. Donna, Todd, and Sarah we're all hurting very much with you. We love ya, you're in our prayers and thoughts.
Jackie Holtz - Co-Worker of Todd's from Battle Cre
02/04/2013
So very sorry to hear about your loss. He sounds like he had a wonder life and lots of loved ones. In my thoughts.
Lisa Downing
02/04/2013
I am so very sorry for the loss you all have suffered. My heart is broken for you. May you find comfort in the thought that you will be reunited in Heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Trent Miller
02/04/2013
Donna-I was so sad to hear the news about Russell. I know from the stories you have told me at work that Russell was a great famliy man. May your loving memories help your family through this tough time.
Connie Toillion
02/04/2013
To the Lemley Family, may you find some comfort in knowing that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May all the loving memories of your Dad, Sarah and Todd, give you peace of mind in the difficult days ahead.
Rod Mulder
02/04/2013
Donna-very sorry to hear of your husband's passing. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Bill Phillips
02/03/2013
To the Lemley family, I want you to know how sorry I am for your loss, I worked with Russ at UPS for many years until his retirement, He was a great guy and a hard worker. I will keep his family in my prayers....
Dotti Klootwyk
02/03/2013
Donna - I am sorry to hear about Russell. Just want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Connie Dennis Peiffer
02/03/2013
I have very fond memories of attending school with Russell at English Valley. Thoughtful, nice guy. Sincere sympathies to your family, Donna.
Larry and Nancy Thompson
02/03/2013
Donna and family: We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Russel. Our thoughts and prayers are for you and your family at this most difficult time.
Lois and Bill Quillen
02/03/2013
Donna, and family. We were so SAD to hear of Russel's death. Of course, we didn't know him, but sounds like a wonderful person, who loved his family, and life. Lived it to the fullest. With prayers, and love. the Quillens
Brenda (Frederick) Peppers
02/03/2013
I remember Russell as a quiet young man with a fun loving sence of humor. He will be missed. Sympathy and prayers to his beloved family.
Karen (Clark) Smith
02/03/2013
You probably won't remember me from way back when Bobbi and I were close friends but I wanted you to know that I'm so sorry for your loss. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara Turner
02/03/2013
I am very sad for your loss. I know you will miss your husband very much. Prayers for you and your family.
Barbara