RUSSELL, Jason Richard “Bird”
Peacefully, with his loving wife Krista Howarth at his side, on Wednesday April 22, 2015 at Juravinski Hospital in Hamilton, after a courageous 20 month battle with cancer, in his 41st year. Cherished daddy of Avery and Alexandra “Alex”. Dearly missed by his mother Ruth Johnson (Barry). Predeceased by his father Jim (Diane). Always remembered by his brothers Derek, Darryl, Rob and sister Tara, as well as nephews Jordan and Michael. Lovingly remembered by his in-laws Wayne and Shirley Howarth, his brother in-law Grant and niece Veronika. Jason touched so many lives and his loss is felt by many family members and friends. Cremation has taken place. The family will receive family and friends at the DENNIS TOLL FUNERAL HOME, 55 Charing Cross Street, Brantford on Monday April 27, from 6-9 pm. A celebration of Jason’s life will be held in the funeral home chapel on Tuesday April 28, 2015 at 11 am. A reception will follow. The family wishes to give a special thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff of Juravinski Hospital & Cancer Centre, for their loving care of Jason. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Jason’s memory to the Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre Foundation (www.jhccfoundation.ca) or a charity of your choice.
God Bless you and your family. Your memories will not be forgotten ‘
Thoughts and prayers are with with Russell Family. Thanks for all the laughs and good times Bird, rest in peace my friend.
Thoughts and prayers are with the Russell family. Thanks for all the laughs and good times Bird, rest in peace.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Russell family. Thanks for all the laughs and good times Bird, rest in peace.
I am deeply saddened by the loss of my cousin / friend Jason. Jason was always kind hearted, always smiling, and never mean thought would cross his mind. Going to the Buffalo Bills games will never be the same without you there Jason.
J Bird. May you rest in peace.
Brian Loder
Sending condolences to Krista and the family. Prayers to you,
Rest in heaven Jason. I will never forget what a nice and genuine man you always were. My prayers are with the Russell family
Praying for all the Russell family tonight and I will always remember what a nice and genuine man you were Jason. Rest in peace brother
Thx for being my 1st friend in high school … you made a shy kid laugh everyday and brought me into your circle of friends … Never forget !!
Our deepest sympathy to Krista, Avery, Alexandra and family. Jason’s life on earth was a short but memorable one. Your memories together will last a lifetime.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dave and Anita Truman
I’m so sorry to hear about his passing. Sending lots of love to Krista and the girls, the Russell family and to all who were lucky enough to know him. Rest in peace Bird.
My sincere sympathy goes out to Jason’s (BIRD) family and all his friends. There are no true words that can describe what type of man and friend he was. Remeber death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Very saddened to hear of Jason’s passing. His loss will be forever felt by his loving family and friends. My heart breaks for Krista,Avery and Alex who will miss his presence each and every day. I hope they find peace knowing his suffering is over and he is with the lord. He will forever be your guardian angel.
Our hearts are so saddened by the loss of Jason and he will be forever in our memories. “Bird” will be remembered as that kind, fun-loving guy who was special to everyone who met him and anyone who met him will never forget him. Our deepest condolences to all the family and loving prayers to all during this tragic time. RIP dear Jason your pain is gone. Wayne & Doreen
My deepest sympathy to Krista and the family.
To the Russell family…..please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of Jason. He and I were not close but I do remember him well from high school. He was definitely a fantastic person who was deeply loved. Rest in peace Bird.
To a good friend who is known by many and will never be forgotten. Friends forever Jason.