John D. Russo, 76, of Columbus passed away Wednesday, October 12, 2016. He was born in Columbus, OH on October 13, 1939 to the late Joseph and Ann (Mascari) Russo. Johnny owned and operated many restaurants, night clubs, and real estate over the years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Jimmy and Joseph Russo. He is survived by one uncle, James Mascari and family; sister-in-law, Frances Russo; niece, JoAnn Russo Sage, and Nicholas Russo; cousins, Larry Mascari, Joseph Russo, August Russo, Tommy Russo, Kathy Archer, Michael Rossetti, Rose Marie Rossetti, Tom Lombardo, James Lascola, John Mascari, Roberto (Mary Lou) Di Tommaso, Barbara Mascari Budreau, Tony Mascari, and many many more. Family will receive friends 5-8 pm Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at Schoedinger East Chapel, 5360 E. Livingston Ave. Columbus, OH 43232.
