Russell Eugene Fagg

He was born on October 6, 1931 in Springfield, the son of Loren R. and Wilma A. (Brown) Fagg. He married Clara Mae VanPelt on February 3, 1951 in Springfield and they later divorced. He then married Rose Jeanette Marr on October 25, 1975.

He is survived by his Children, Lawrence R. (Karen) Fagg of Sherman, Pamela L. (Michael) Maloy of Tolono, IL, and Dale E. (Sandy) Fagg of Springfield; 6 grandchildren, Kari (John) Neathammer of Sherman, Larry Fagg of Springfield, Michael Fagg of Mechanicsburg, IL, Erin (Matt) Stratton of Tolono, IL, Jessica Fagg of Springfield, and Brian (Kate) Maloy of Milledgeville, IL; and 4 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife Jean, his parents, brother Harold, sister Wanda, and an infant grandson.

Russell was business manager of Local 137 Plumbers and Pipefitters until his retirement in 1999. Prior to his death he became a life member of UA Local 137. He enjoyed playing golf and cards, and also enjoyed travelling and spending time with friends.

Services are under the direction of Bisch and Son Funeral Home, 505 E. Allen, Springfield, where a memorial visitation will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2016 from 4 to 7 pm. Per his wishes, cremation rites were accorded.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or to the charity of the donor’s choice.

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