07/28/11 - NNHS Newsletter

Dear Friends and Schoolmates,

We have another sad edition of the NNHS Newsletter today.

Gregory Russell, Class of 1965, passed away at his home in Hampton on Monday, July 25, 2011, at the age of exactly 64-1/2. He attended Newport News High School through at least the tenth grade before transferring elsewhere.

July 28, 2011

This is a very sad day for me. Butch Hutson

~ Butch Hutson

July 28, 2011

Gregory (or Pretzel as we called him as kids), was a wonderful childhood friend - fun loving and fiercely independent as a boy. We got into some mischief in the early 60's but nothing too serious. He was a great and loyal friend, the kind every boy seeks growing up. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.

July 28, 2011

Like my brother Barry, I to am sorry to hear of his passing. I inherited his paper route and due to his "passionate" way of collecting the weekly subscription from his customers, I had no problem with getting my money. He was a good friend and my condolences go out to his family.

~ Michael Meredith, Orlando, Florida

July 28, 2011

July 29, 2011

To family, Gregory was a good person and I had a lot of good times at the Fire station. We would talk for hours and he will be missed; I'm so sorry to hear he's gone. I made a knife for him years ago and gave it to him; he was so happy it made me happy just to give it to him. I will miss him, Larry Cooper

~ Larry Cooper, Newport News, Virginia

July 29, 2011

Vonnie and Chris,
We are sorry for your loss and pray that you will be comforted in your memories.

~ Kathy and Ronnie Brame

July 31, 2011

Vonnie & Jamie,
Thinking of you during this time of reflection and sorrow. Know my thoughts and heartfelt sympathy are with you.

~ D.M. Reynolds

August 03, 2011

Our deepest sympathies are extended to the entire Russell family and their friends at this difficult time.

This information is also posted here:

http://nnhs65.com/memoriam-all.html

http://nnhs65.com/memoriam.html

http://www.nnhs65.com/famous-marines.html

Carol Buckley Harty
7020 Lure Court
Fayetteville, NC 28311-9309
915-780-3048

Amazing grace! (how sweet the sound)
That sav'd a wretch like me!
I once was lost, but now am found,
Was blind, but now I see.

'Twas grace that taught my heart to fear,
And grace my fears reliev'd;
How precious did that grace appear,
The hour I first believ'd!

Thro' many dangers, toils and snares,
I have already come;
'Tis grace has brought me safe thus far,
And grace will lead me home.

The Lord has promis'd good to me,
His word my hope secures;
He will my shield and portion be,
As long as life endures.

Yes, when this flesh and heart shall fail,
And mortal life shall cease;
I shall possess, within the veil,
A life of joy and peace.

The earth shall soon dissolve like snow,
The sun forbear to shine;
But God, who call'd me here below,
Will be forever mine.

						HAMPTON - Capt. Gregory L. Russell, 64, passed away at home on Monday, July 25, 2011. He was born in Newport News and was a resident of Hampton for 23 years. Gregory was employed with the Newport News Fire Department as its Captain and retired in August 2002 after 35 years of service. He was a veteran and served honorably in the U.S. Marine Corps.
	Gregory Russell