Russell G. Knox of West Seneca, NY entered into rest March 7, 2026; Beloved husband of the late Mary Ann (nee Vastola); devoted father of Carol Ann Green, Patricia(David)Cammarano and James Knox; cherished grandfather of Jennifer Potter and Robert Green; step grandfather of Elyse(Alex)Chavez and Nathan Cammarano; loving son of the late Russell and Anna Knox; dear brother of the late Joanne(late Donald)Fix, Richard(Sheila)Knox, Dale Knox and Linda(late Daniel)Bandish; also survived by many fond nieces and nephews. Russ spent 32 years with the Buffalo Fire Department holding the title of lieutenant, was a long-standing member of Masonic Lodge 694 and the Ismailia Shriners. Relatives and friends are invited to visit Hoy Funeral Home, 3855 Seneca St. West Seneca,NY on Tuesday March 17th from 4 - 8PM where a funeral service will be held Wednesday March 18th at 10AM. Interment Hillcrest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ismailia Shrine Center, 1600 Southwestern Blvd., West Seneca, NY 14224.