Bobby Harold Russell

Bobby Russell, a 1955 graduate of Sherman High School, 'flew west' early Sunday morning May 29th, 2016, after a long battle with cancer.

Colonel Russell enjoyed many years of active service in the US Air Force. He served on the front lines of the Cold War on assignments around the globe and worked with airplanes like the B-52 and SR-71. After military retirement, Bob held executive positions at Flight Safety International and Gulfstream Aerospace.

Bob loved to travel, fly, ocean cruise, Ford Mustangs, and spending time with family.

Survivors include his wife Lorraine; sons Randy, Darryl, and Alan; Daughters-in-law Jane and Debbie; grandchildren Erika and Ian; sister Pauletta, and brothers Gary and Larry.

Viewing will be held at McDonald and Son Funeral Home on Tuesday June 7, from 5-7pm. Burial with full military honors will take place at 11am on June 8th and Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, Georgia.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make a donation to the USO in Bobby's name

Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home, 150 Sawnee Drive, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 886.9899

Tuesday, June 07, 2016

McDonald and Son Funeral Home
150 Sawnee Drive
Cumming, GA 30040

Wednesday, June 08, 2016

Georgia National Cemetery
2025 Mount Carmel Church Lane
Canton, GA 30114