Terry L. Russell's Obituary
Terry L. Russell, 80, of Clearwater, FL formerly of Plainfield, IL, passed away at home with
family on Saturday, March 30th, 2024. Terry, who was a U.S. Navy Veteran, was born December
11th, 1943 in Joliet, IL to Howard and Lillian (Austin) Russell who have preceded him in death.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Patricia (Flagg) Russell; his son, Kevin Russell and his
wife Lynn; his daughter Ann (Russell) Otterson and her husband John; his brother Richard
Russell and his wife Judi; his sister Bonnie Ostermeier; his brother-in-law Robert Flagg and his
wife Joanne; his sister-in-law Debbie Jo (Flagg) Gonzales. Terry was also blessed with 6
grandchildren who were his pride and joy, Caitlyn, Emily, Claire, Lauren, Samantha and Noah
and by many loved nieces and nephews as well as countless friends.
Terry was raised in Plainfield, IL and met the love of his life while they were at Plainfield High
School. Terry and Patricia had a blessed and loving life together having been together for 65
years. When Terry enlisted in the Navy, the couple lived in Charleston, South Carolina but
returned back to Plainfield where they raised their family. Terry worked as an office manager
with a family business until relocating with Patricia to Clearwater, FL in 1997. There they owned
and operated 2 UPS Stores until they changed careers and became involved with the Baycare
ballpark that is the home to the Phillies during spring training. Throughout his life, Terry was an
avid sports enthusiast, die hard Cub’s fan, and enjoyed many summer and winter activities with
his family while at their Wisconsin lake home.
A memorial service will be held in Plainfield, IL with the date pending. In lieu of flowers a
donation to the American Heart Association would be appreciated.
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