Over the years Russ was the kindest and most patient person, walking me through all my computer glitches, every time one of these issues came up, I would call him, he would tell me how to fix the problem and tell me all about his family, of whom he was most proud of, and his trips, especially those to Sweden. If I did not have too many computer problems I was almost always sure to catch him after the noon Mass on campus.
I clearly remember the day he came to my office to say good-bye and told me all about the plans for the RV and driving around visiting al the places he had already planned and how wonderful it would be. His enthusiasm and happiness was such that it made one wonder if one could do the same thing, to have that joy of life and to continue to experience everything that came along. It almost made you want to get and RV as well! He did promise that he would send me the photos of the trips --he did, and I very much enjoyed seeing them and from time to time I wondered where the RV had taken him and his wife.
I last saw Russ in June 2009 when he came to Seton Hall and attended the Lonergan Conference, we chatted for a bit, not long enough, and he very quickly brought me up to date on the trips, family and upcoming summer plans and a promise of more email updates, we wished him happy travels as he left with a smile, a wave, full of energy and in high spirits. Needless to say, like everyone, when I learned of his passing I could not believe it.
I was fortunate to meet Russ--I am sure that his welcoming smile made a difference to everyone that arrived at the computer training--he is missed and will always be remembered -- and I will always think of him when I need to do something with Adobe.
His family was his joy and this joy was passed onto others.
/from Gloria
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