Harvey O. Russell, Sr. Obituary (1922

Harvey Oliver Russell, Sr., 94, of Bremeton, WA passed away on June 22, 2016. He was born on February 8, 1922 in Wilmington, DE. Harvey honorably served his country in the US Navy from 1942-1964, receiving a purple heart during his service in WWII, the Korean War, and Vietnam. He retired as a Senior Chief Petty Officer. During his service, Harvey met Lillian Carey. They were married on January 14, 1950 in New Ark, DE. Harvey went on to graduate form Goldies College in Delaware with an Associate Degree. After retiring from the Navy in Aviation Ordinance, Harvey went to work at Keyport Torpedo Station, retiring after 17 years. Harvey held memberships in the Eagles and Elks clubs, and in his spare time, enjoyed saltwater fishing, tinkering with his vehicles, and going out dancing with his love, Lillian. Harvey is preceded in death by his parents. His memory will live on with his sons, Chuck, Harvey O. Jr, Larry, and Mark; daughters, Laura Knifong and Karen Hammond; 5 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren. Interment will be private at Cherry Grove Memorial Park in Poulsbo. Memorial donations can be made to Navy Relief Fund: https://donate.nmcrs.org/page/contribute/donate2015