Born August 17, 1943 in Princeton to Paul Owen, Sr. and Gladys (Isaacson) Russell, he married Mary Ann Wirtz on December 2, 1967 in LaSalle.
Surviving are his wife, Mary Ann Russell; two sons, Chris (Megan) Russell of LaSalle and Nick Russell of Pekin; and one grandson, Gavin Lambert of Pekin.
He was preceded in death by his parents and stepfather, Clarence Schertz.
Paul worked for Caterpillar, Inc. for over 30 years, retiring in 2003 from the Morton Parts Facility.
He had a great interest in UFOs and was a member of MUFON.
Paul enjoyed fishing, traveling, and music, especially blues and jazz.
No services are planned at this time.
Arrangements are by Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin.
Memorial contributions may be made the Miller Senior Citizens Center Transportation Program, 551 South 14th Street, Pekin, Illinois 61554.
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