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John Russell, 85, of Oskaloosa passed away Tuesday, August 23, 2016, at the MHP Hospice Services Serenity House in Oskaloosa.
John Wayne Russell was born April 25, 1931, in Iowa City, Iowa. He spent his first few years of life at the Iowa Soldiers’ Orphans’ Home in Davenport. John was brought home to Oskaloosa by his parents, Clifford and Elizabeth (Mulbrook) Russell as a youngster and attended Prine School through eighth grade. He went on to graduate from Oskaloosa High School in 1949 and then went to work at Rollscreen in Pella. John was drafted into the U.S. Army in January 1952. He served two years in the army, including a nine month deployment to Korea with the Third Infantry Division. After his service, he returned to Oskaloosa and worked at Pella Corp.
July 2, 1960, he was united in marriage to Lola Kay Thompson. They remained in Oskaloosa where they raised their three children. John was an over 70 year member of the Central United Methodist Church where he served as an usher for many years. He enjoyed woodworking, collecting coins and stamps, and riding his motorcycles and bicycles. John will be remembered for his gentle demeanor, generous nature, consistent resiliency and quirky sense of humor.
His family includes his wife, Kay of Oskaloosa; and his children: Michael Russell of Oskaloosa, Todd Russell of Florida, and Sarah Russell of Des Moines.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
As was John’s wish, his body has been cremated. Private burial of his ashes will be in Forest Cemetery. Garland-Van Arkel-Langkamp Funeral Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers or memorials, please consider an act of kindness for someone in need.
Sarah Laid Bare 
Hi Sarah I’m sorry to learn of your loss!
Kevin Thomas Kevinthomas66@gmail.com
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I am so sorry to hear of this. I hope you find strength and support from those close to you.
Robin Diehl ( Cindy McGuire’s mom)
Robin, Cindy has been one of the best. Thanks for sharing such a wonderful human being with us. She and my dad had an impressive bond and she was so kind, so gentle and so generous with her time with him. As my dad said, “she lights up a room”. My family is so much better because she is in our lives. Thank you.
Hi Sarah, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sarah,
I am so sorry for your huge loss of your Dad! Just know that I am thinking of you and praying that you find the strength and courage to face the difficult days ahead! May you find comfort in knowing that your friends love you and will help you in away that they can! Take care of yourself as well!
Respectfully,
Cyndy Gray
Coach Gray, wise words and a good reminder that I have great friends surrounding me. Thanks so much for the meal and for taking the time to read and respond. I hope all is well in your world.
Sarah I was out of town, not sure you got my message
Your dad’s pleasant, kind looks showed his caring personality I’m sure
May you find peace in the good memories and knowing you did everything possible to make the transition the best it could be
I’m sure Kim has welcomed him wholeheartedly. My deepest sympathy
Thank you, Pat. Those are wise words. I’m thinking of Kim and all of you even more this week.