OBITUARY: Earl D. Russell

Earl David Russell passed away on March 24, 2014 in Groton. Russ was the beloved husband of Margaret (Peggy Connors) Russell, to whom he was married for over 58 years. He was the son of David C. Russell and Corrine Russell and grew up in Chelmsford, MA, graduating from CHS with the Class of 1946.

Following service in the Air Force during the Korean War, he completed his Electrical Engineering degree at UNH, Class of 1957 and was President of Tau Beta Phi, the Engineering Honor Society.

Professionally, he was employed by Adams Russell Corp, Sanders Associates, MA/COM and was President and Founder of Russell Engineering Services (Lowell and Waltham, MA) for 25 years.

In retirement, Russ was actively involved with the CHS Alumni organization, aviation, antique cars, Town of Groton audio/communications events, the Groton Emergency Management Team and the Groton Senior Center. He founded the Nashoba Valley Amateur Radio Club.

The Russells enjoyed many years of Square and Round dancing. Ballroom dancing was their special "sport", Big Band was their era and they shared their love of dance with many wonderful friends and fellow dancing enthusiasts.

Russ is survived by two sons; David and Jill Russell, Christopher and Yvonne Russell, and two daughters; Mary Lou and Doug Martin, Joanne "Jody" and Dan Dobson of Indiana, and ten grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his sister, Phyllis (Russell) Quintin of Groton.

Visiting hours are Thursday, March 27, 3-7 P.M. Funeral Friday at 8:30 a.m. from Dolan Funeral Home, 106 Middlesex St., Chelmsford, with a funeral Mass at 10 A.M. at St. James Catholic Church, 13 St. James Ave. West Groton. Private family burial in Groton Cemetery at a later date. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Groton Senior Center Gift Fund, 163 West Main St., Groton MA 01450. Arrangements by Dolan Funeral Home 978-251-4041. Guestbook at www.dolanfuneralhome.com