William L. Russo

OSWEGO – William “Bill” L. Russo, born May 8, 1948, passed away on December 16, 2022, at St. Luke’s Facility after a long and painful illness.  

Bill has left his wife of 50 years Kathleen (Martin) Russo, two sons Martin E. Russo of Atlanta GA, and Richrd A. (Amy) Russo of Chesapeake VA, his granddaughter Lauren A. Russo, his brothers Charles “Bud”, Al, and Frank Russo, and one sister Fran Beck, one sister in law Dorothy, plus several nieces and nephews.  

Bill was predeceased by his parents, James and Lola (Aumiller) Russo, and his brothers James, Sam and John Russo.

After leaving the Marine Corps, Bill retired from Armstrong/Lydall.  He was a member of the VFW and the American Legion of Oswego.  Bill always believed a man’s word was as good as a handshake, and he believed all children should not be without. He was always doing for Toys for Tots, Boys Town, and St. Jude.  

There will be no calling hours or mass as Bill has donated his body to the Upstate Anatomical Gift Program. Any donations or remembrances should be addressed to Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300 Jacksonville, Florida 32256. 

Arrangements are under the caring guidance of Nelson Funeral Home.

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