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About Joseph Russell
Joseph Russell, 87 passed away September 13, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. Joe will be remembered for his sense of humor and living a life of service to family and friends. He spent thirty-one years working for Salt River Project. He also served as a Marine Corps Reservist for 12 years. Joe attended Mesa High School, and is an alumni of Arizona State University. He loved to work in the Mesa Temple, and made many cherished friends there. Many years were spent as a private pilot. He was fortunate to own a plane for the last twenty-five years. He is survived by his wife Alta, and children Donna, Niles, Neil, Diana, JuDene, Chris, and Derrick; 30 grandchildren, 58 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren who love him very much.
Viewing will be October 1, 2025, 6-8pm
33 N Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ
Funeral service will be October 2, 2025 at 10am
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
925 N Harris, Mesa, AZ 85203
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