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James S. Russell, 77, of Wilmington, DE passed away on June 25th, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was born and raised in Wilmington to the late Daniel and Lucy Russell. Jim was a graduate of Salesianum School with the class of 1965. Jim worked as a store manager for Sears for over 35 years. He then went on to work at Joseph A. Bank until his retirement. He enjoyed playing golf, loved music, and playing the guitar. He was also a past president of the St. Matthew’s youth sports organization for many years.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother and Sister-in-law, Daniel, and Carolyn Russell; mother and father- in- law, Jake and Rita Fiumara.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Karen Fiumara Russell; children, Jeff Russell, and Shaun Russell and his wife, Meghan; grandchildren, Alexis, and Gabby; brother, John Russell (Geri); brothers-in-law, James Fiumara (Rosemary); Joseph Fiumara (Joanne), and Thomas Fiumara (Dee); many nieces and nephews.
His Funeral services and burial will be private.
Jim was a classmate of at Salesianum. So sorry for your loss. RIP Jim
Worked with Jim for many years and thought of his as one of the best. He was always a joy to talk with. My deepest condolences and prayers for you and your family.
Many fond memories growing up across the street from Jimmy and the Russell family in Woodcrest.
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF JIM PASSING HE WAS TRULY A GOOD PERSON.GOD BLESS YOU!
So sorry for your loss. We are thinking of all of you at this sad time.
Karen, Jeff and Shaun
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Working with Jim was such a pleasure. He was my manager on duty dinner partner. Great guy.
May he rest in peace.
My heartfelt saddened thoughts are with you his family.Jim was one of the BEST.Will miss him terribly.God bless.
Sue and I are so very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. A wonderful man and gentle soul. May God bless and comfort Karen and the family at this time of great loss.
Jim was a classmate of mine. A gentleman in every sense of the word. Jim, may you rest in peace. Always in my prayers. Stan Z.
I am very sorry to hear Jim‘s passing. We work together for so many years at Sears and stayed in touch now and then by email after that I thought of Jim and Karen so many times and now I wish that I had gotten in contact with them more often. Condolences, Forrest.
Our love and prayers go out to Karen, Jeff and Shaun and the entire family. So many fond memories of Jim, especially our years together in St Matthew’s CYM.
Dan and Cathy McLaughlin
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Russell family. So sorry for such a loss. Jim was a great guy. Sending our Love.
David & Mary Ann Parker and Family
Karen and family I enjoyed Working with Jim at a few of the stores at Jos.A Banks for the seven or eights that I worked there. He was always pleasant to speak with and work for. I tried to get together with him a few months ago to show him my new Porsche knowing that he was always into cars but, to my surprise he got back that he was sick at that time and would get back to me. When he felt better. Again I am sorry for your loss.
Karen, Jeff and Shaun – so terribly sad to read of Jim’s passing. Sending hugs and prayers to all. Fondly, Alice
When we were growing up, I always pretended he was my big brother. I have so many childhood memories, and so glad we reconnected on FB several years ago. Condolences to family and friends 💐
To his family, we have lost one of the BEST.When I think of Jim they are nothing but GOOd thoughts.He will be greatly missed.Mey God comfort you at this sorrowful time.
So sorry for the loss to his family. Jim and I grew up in the same neighborhood. We went to St. Matthews and Sallies together. I hung out at his house a lot. we were constantly playing sports together especially basketball . He loved his music and we would sit on the floor of his living room and listen to Johnny Cash and Rickie Nelson who was his favorite. We had many adventures down at Wildwood and still can’t believe our parents let us go for a week at a time by ourselves. He was a gentle soul and I’m sure God has him close bye. RIP
Mr. Russell was a great person and always encouraged me and always stayed in touch since our JOS.A.BANKS days, my prayers are with you in heaven and with your family here on earth😢
There are no words to soothe our family’s sorrow and grief. Jim is no longer suffering and we believe he is with his Savior. Jim was a great guy, a wonderful husband and a good and loving father. He will be truly missed. We pray that fond memories of Jim will bring a smile to those who knew and loved him.
With sincere love.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.
We’re so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. We know he was a wonderful man and Dad. It reflects on his son, who is our wonderful son-in-law. Sincere condolences to Karen, Jeff, Shaun and Meghan.
Mrs. Russell, Jeff, Shaun and family,
Please accept our deepest condolences. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Dustin & Jo Ann Pedrick & Family
My thoughts and prayers are with the Russell and Fiumara families.
Jim was really a wonderful guy.
Sending love to all.