Myron L. Russell

     Myron L. "Cy"  Russell,  91, of Lorain died Friday, Jan 23, 2009 at New Life Hospice Center at St. Joseph following a one-day stay.

     Mr. Russell was born in Lake Milton, Ohio on July 23, 1917, the son of the late Harry and Lucile A (nee Cole) Russell.  He attended Kent State University from 1938-1940. He served in the U.S. Army Air Force as a Sergeant in WW II.

     He was a member of Lorain Lighthouse United Methodist Church in Lorain.

     Mr. Russell was a retired electrical supervisor at Ohio Edison for 42 years retiring in 1982.

     He enjoyed being an active member of the Ohio Edison Retirees (Edgewater Plant). His hobbies included   photography, stamp collecting, genealogy, and. traveling. He was an avid sports fan especially the Cleveland sports teams.

     Cy's family was the center of his life. He truly loved being with them and was always there for them, being a great Dad.

     He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Vernelle B. (nee Bidlack) Russell, daughters Joyce H (James) Anderson of Beavercreek, Jayne L. Baerwalde of Ravenna, sons James E. (Deborah) Heinold of Saline, MI., Jeffrey A Heinold of Clarksfield, grandchildren Lisa M. (Chris Tobe) Brown, Mark J. (Kelli) Anderson, Kurt W. Heinold, Eric R. (Tara Thur) Heinold, Ashley M. (Mark) Ison, great grandchildren, Lindsay K. Brown, Patrick Tobe, Aiden Baker, sister Jean Meranto of Rock Hill, SC, a sister-in-law Lucille Lewis of Cortland and several nieces and nephews.

      In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife Vona Russell and a brother Kenneth Russell.

     Memorial Services were private for the family.

     Arrangements were entrusted to Schwartz, Spence, Boyer & Cool Home For Funerals, 1124 W. 5th Street, Lorain, OH 44052.

     The family suggests that memorial contributions may be made to the Lorain Lighthouse United Methodist Church, 400 Sixth Street Lorain, Ohio 44052 or charity of the donor's choice.
 

CONDOLENCES

From:        Ken Schroeder
Relation:    Friend

Upon Cy's retirement in 1982 I was named as his replacement for Electrical Supervisor at Edgewater. I had worked with Cy since late 1973 and considered him as my mentor. He provided me with knowledge and life experiences that I will cherish forever. I'm sure he will be sadly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to Vernelle and the family.