James Russell, Jr.

James E. Russell, Jr., 73, of Quakertown, passed away surrounded by his family at St. Luke's University Hospital, Fountain Hill on Tues., Oct. 24, 2017. He was the loving husband of Gerry (Decker) Russell, with whom he would have celebrated 50 years of marriage on November 18. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late James E., Sr. and Evelyn (Beaton) Russell. He was a graduate of Abraham Lincoln High School in Philadelphia. For many years, Jim was sales manager for Roslyn Supply Company in Abington, retiring around 2012. He was a member of Lehman United Methodist Church in Hatboro for more than 45 years. Jim was a talented woodworker and enjoyed doing home improvements, but most importantly he was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather, and he adored his grandchildren. Surviving with Gerry are his sons: Andrew (Drew) Russell, wife Chrissie of Chicago, IL and Philip Russell, wife Lisa of Quakertown; grandchildren: Ellie, Lucy, Cayden and Greyson Russell; brother-in-law, Roger Hendler; sister-in-law Diane and brother-in-law Michael DeFrancisco; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Virginia Hendler. Memorial service will be held at 12:00 Noon on Mon., Oct. 30 in Lehman United Methodist Church, 300 S. York Rd., Hatboro, PA 19040. A visitation time will precede the service starting at 10:30 AM. Memorial Contributions may be sent to the church.