July 20, 1948 ~ September 9, 2024
Russell Lee Dodge, 76, formerly of Ferry and the world, went home to be with Jesus Monday, Sept. 9, 2024. He was born July 20, 1948 to Owen and Josephine (Converse) Dodge and was the third of six children.
Russell was a 1966 Shelby High School graduate and was then drafted into the Vietnam War, where he served in the U.S. Army for two years. Upon returning, he had a number of jobs until his retirement. He also helped to found the Lake Community Bible Church.
He married Lou Ann Sellon in 1972 and became the proud father of Joshua and Jennifer. After the end of his first marriage, he married Joan Dunne in 1986. The two moved to her hometown of St. Johns in Newfoundland, Canada, where they remained until moving to Snohomish, Wash. a few years back.
Known for his quiet, faithful demeanor, Russell wished to be remembered through joyful memories.
He is survived by: his wife, Joan; son, Josh (Dawn) Dodge of Michigan; stepdaughter, Alex (Ray Guerrero) Dunne of Snohomish, Wash.; stepsons, Mark Schlehr of Santa Rosa, Calif.; Patrick (Erin) Schlehr of Walnut Creek, Calif.; brothers, James (Cecelia) Dodge, Alfred Dodge, Carl (Beth) Dodge and Lyle (Linda) Dodge, all of Michigan; grandchildren, great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by: his daughter, Jenny Dodge; parents, Owen and Josephine Dodge; sister and brother-in-law Judy and Stan Fessenden; and sister-in-law, Sharon Dodge.
A Celebration of Life potluck will take place Saturday, Oct. 19 at Newman Christian Community Church in Ferry from 1-5 p.m.
