Struck, Russell
January 31, 1945 ~ December 31, 2024
STRUCK, Russell Charles – It is with saddened hearts the family of Russell Struck announce his passing after a courageous fight with Pulmonary Fibrosis and Cancer on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at the age of 79. Russell is survived by his loving wife, June L. Struck, of 57 years. Loving father of Tammy Churchill and Rusty (Ilene) Struck. Proud Papa to James, Tyler (Cheyenne), Owen, Logan and Payton. Dear brother of Pat Mills, Jack (Sheila) Struck, Fran (Peter) Clarke, Dorothy (Terry) Harapiak. Brother-in-law to Robert (Eleanor) Williams and Garry Wagner. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Elgin and Amelia Struck, mother and father-in-law Bill and Irene Williams, son-in-law Ray Churchill, sisters Barb (Bill) Kilbreath, Nancy (Charlie) Roberts, brother-in-law Murray Mills, Marcel Gauthier, sister-in-law Sharron Wagner.
Russell was a long-time employee at Ontario Hydro, Lambton Generating Station (Courtright, Ontario). He was a dedicated member of the St. Clair Township Fire Department, Brigden Station, serving his community for 50 years. Russell could often be found enjoying his morning coffee at a local coffee shop, catching up with “the guys” or tinkering in his garage doing small engine repair for locals. It was his true passion building/restoring and showing his old vehicles that brought him the most joy. He was a proud recipient of several trophies including “Best In Show” at many area car shows with his 1923 T-Bucket. But one of his proudest accomplishments was the “Best Appearing Custom T” CANATS 2003 (Windsor).
Special thanks to the Palliative Team and Bayshore. Special thanks to nurse Brittany.
VISITATION
Family and friends will be received at STEADMAN BROTHERS FUNERAL CHAPELS, Brigden on Friday, January 3, 2025 from 7:00 to 9:00pm.
FUNERAL
Funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 11:00am from the funeral home. Interment of ashes to follow at Black Creek Cemetery.
The funeral service will be streamed live on Zoom by clicking the link at service time: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86542477795
DONATIONS
Sympathy may be expressed through donations to Lambton Cat Rescue or the charity of your choice.
“We thank you for your COURAGE, DEDICATION and LOVE”. We will miss you!
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I knew Russell since I was a kid, over 50+ yrs. Fond memories. He will be missed. I am truly sorry for his loss to family and friends.
June and family, sorry to hear of the passing of Russell. May your memories help you get through this difficult time. You are in my thoughts.
Your cousin Gail
We were shocked to learn of Russel’s passing our condolences go out to the Struck family his presence will be truly missed.
Dear June and Family,
I am sad to hear of Russell’s passing. He was such a nice guy to talk to, always had a story to share. I always enjoyed seeing him drive through town with pride in one of his vehicles he worked so hard to restore. He gave back to his community so generously in all the years he served on the fire department. He will be missed by many. My thoughts are with you all.
Dear June and family, My sincere condolences on Russell’s passing. As I read through the online condolences, there is a lot of love for Russell from family and friends. Please know all of us at Brigden United Church are thinking of you at this time of loss and change. May Russell rest in the peace that is prepared for him in the wonderful presence of God.
Sorry for your loss Tammy
Russell was my senior by a couple of years and so he is one of the older boys I remember while growing up in Brigden. Unlike some of the others who seemed to delight in teasing or even tormenting we younger ones, Russell was kind and gentle. When I think of him, I see his warm smile, which revealed a kind heart. Condolences to his family on their loss.
Tammy, James, Tyler, Cheyenne, we are so sorry for your loss of your dear father and grandfather! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time!
Our thoughts and prayers to June and family.
Rip Russell.
To the Struck family. Sorry for your loss. My condolences to all your family. From Dan Thomson
im so sorry to the stuck family he was a very nice guy may he rest in peace
Sad to hear of Russ’s passing . He was a great person. Thoughts and prayers to June and Family!!
Monique and I want extend our sincerest sympathies to the Struck Family. He will always be fondly remembered, and sadly missed.
Condolence to the family will miss the great neighbour.
Sending heartfelt condolences to all Russ’s family. Always enjoyed chatting with Russ at various fire department venues. He was a pleasure to know.💔
My sincere condolences to the family. I knew Russell at Ontario Hydro. He was truly one of the genuine all around good guys. May he rest in peace.
June and family So sorry for your loss.
June, Tammy, Rusty and family,
We are so sad to hear of Russel’s passing. He will be missed by all who knew him, he was such an amazing member of our community. Cherish all of those amazing memories. We will be thinking of you. Take care!
Russell was a lifelong neighbor and friend. We had many good chats sitting beside the wood stove.
That guy could fix anything.
Our deepest condolences and prayers to the entire Struck family. He will be greatly missed.
Alan and I send our condolences to all of the family. I remember when I was young and my dad Len Dawson would go up to the store to help Elgin cut meat for the next day and Russell helping carry meat. Loved that picture of the steer on the wall. Warm memories will help warm your hearts and help with your loss. God be with you all. Alan and Marie(Dawson) Stephenson
Dear June, Rusty, Tammy & families,
Your husband and father was a true gentleman. He will be missed by many people for his machine knowledge but mostly for his friendly smile. We have missed his beautiful landscaping. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Jill & Dave Arnold
June and family. We are very sorry for your loss.. we are sending condolences to all the family.
Dear June & family
My heart too is saddened when I read of the passing of Russell. Yes, he was a great friend & dedicated Firefighter. He will be missed but leaves many wonderful memories to us all. May you & your family know that our hearts & thoughts are with you at this difficult time 🚒 ❤️
Les (Retired from Station 3 Courtright) & Barb Fournie
So sorry to hear this sad news, Russ was a great guy. I have a lot of fond memories of the classic car hobby with him. My condolences to the Family, he will be missed.
You will be missed Uncle Russell…spread your wings and fly ♥️♥️♥️
Sincerest of condolences to the entire family.
Ken & Jeannie Laprise
Our sympathies go out to all the family. Have know June and Russell for many years. He was a great guy. Thanks for his service in the FireDept. Will keep you all in our prayers. The Leapers
My sincerest condolence’s to you and your family, Aunt June. Thoughts and prayers for you in this most difficult time.
Love Diane H
So sad to hear this … Russell was for sure a good man. Our thoughts and prayers are with June and family throughout this most difficult time.
June, Tammy and Rusty, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Russell today. He made so many great contributions to our community. Thankyou Mr fix-it! God speed and may you rest in peace🙏
June and all of the Struck Families
Our hearts break with yours at this very sad time. Russell was a beautiful man who touched the hearts of many people. We will treasure all the memories and fun times we shared. You are safe within the Wings of the Angels ❤️
I am so sorry for your loss. We all will miss Russ and he need not suffer anymore. Will see you at visitation. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time June.
So sorry to hear of Russells passing. I was on Russells crew at the fire dept for many years and he was the best mentor anyone could ask for. Condolences to the Struck and Churchill families. He will sorely be missed by this community.
Russell was a great guy at the coffee shops. Hour condolences go out to june struck and family. From bill and ethan long.
Sincere condolences June and families.
We will always remember Russell and a good man and a good neighbour.
So sorry to hear of Russell’s passing. My deepest sympathy
Our sincere condolences June and all the family.
June and family My thoughts and prayers are with . He was a great guy and helped me many times with my lawn mower . Remember all the good times and memories,Hugs to you all.
Dear June and family…..my deepest condolences on the passing of Russell….I have appreciated and respected him for so many years and am thankful to have known him…..may God wrap his loving arms around you all and grant you peace at this sad time…..Steve Arnold
Deepest sympathies to the entire Struck Family. you couldn’t grow up in Brigden without a memory of Russ. Marie Stephenson and I were just thinking about the beautiful Holstein calf he painted on the wall in the grocery store in the meat department. The beautiful Christmas display in his yard every Christmas he sure a man well loved and respected.
June and all of the Struck family members. Our hearts break as we say goodbye to a beautiful man. Russell has left us all with memories that we will cherish forever in our hearts. Angel Hugs ❤️❤️
So sorry to hear Tammy and your Entire Families . Life hasnt been fair to you all this year . Thinking of you all at this difficult time . Love Always Maureen Bailey xoxo
Dear June, Tammy, Rusty and families,
I know you will miss Russell and the many years you watched him in the garage, driving around in his pride and joy and spending family time together. Many others will miss him too but will remember the fun times together. May you find peace in knowing he had many good years with you all. Sincere condolences.
My Condolences to June and their family. When I think of Brigden I think of Russell.
Regards,
Kevin
June and family: we are so sorry to hear of Russ’s passing. We send our deepest sympathies and prayers to your family. May your memories keep Russ close forever.
My sincere sympathy to June and family on the passing of your dear Russ. May the memories of all the good times, and the love and prayers of family and friends help bring you peace during this time of immense sorrow.