James (Jim) Alvin Russell was born March 16, 1941 in Truro, NS and died July, 26, 2016 in High River. AB.  A loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. He joins his sweetheart Julie (predeceased October 31, 1999).

Grandpa loved his family, church and community.  His hardworking, diligent and kind spirit leaves this world a better place. He was so proud of his grandchildren and their accomplishments, always a leader of the Russell Cheering Squad. Serving in the Scouting organization was a passion. Well known as camp cook and always volunteering for that job.

He is survived by his children and grandchildren; Cathy & Brian Anderson, Susan Russell (Cole), John & Helen Russell (Elaina, Kyara, Payton) Russell, Fred & Michelle (Primeau) Russell (Jordan & Brandon, Kalysta & Braden). He is also survived by his sisters, Myrtle (Fraser), Bertha (Malcom), Shirley (Robert), Dorothy (Paul), Merle (Robert), Emma and brothers Lewis (Shannon), Daniel (Patsy), and Elwood (June) – all from Nova Scotia. He was predeceased by his sister Ester.

A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints, 909 9th Street S.W, High River. To email condolences please visit www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements in care of Snodgrass Funeral Homes, High River. (403-652-2222)