Grant Russell
May 15, 1927 — Aug. 4, 2016

Grant Russell of Davidson, Sask., passed away peacefully at the Davidson Health Centre on Aug. 4, 2016 at the age of 89. Grant was raised on a farm in the Davidson/Bladworth area. His parents, Alexander and Jean (Scott), raised three children: Grant, Calvin and Kathleen (Loseth).

He received his education at Kipp School and Bladworth School. Grant and Calvin were employed at a bush camp in Red Lake, Ont., before returning to farm full-time. The Russell farm was established in 1911 and received the Century Farm award, which Grant was proud of.

Grant married Eileen Currie in 1952 when she was employed as a Practical Nurse in the local hospital. They raised two girls, Marilyn and Cheryl.

After retiring and moving into town, Grant enjoyed many drives into the country to check on the crops. He loved to garden and tinker in his workshop in town. He enjoyed his coffee outings daily, visiting with neighbours and friends.

Grant adored his family and spending time with them.

Grant is survived by his daughters Marilyn (Terry) Barros, Cheryl (Kent) Frank; grandchildren Calli and Kenley; Dillon, Raylene and Jordan; great-grandchildren Brooklyn, Grayson and Jayde; also survived by brothers- and sisters- in law Leonore Porter, Evelyn Currie, Ruth (Gary) Gooch, Dick (Myrlene) Currie; nieces and nephews and extended family.

Grant was predeceased by his parents Alex and Jean, wife Eileen, brother Calvin, sister Kathleen; brothers-in-law Victor, Bill and Don.

The celebration of Grant’s life took place on Thursday, Aug. 11 at 2 p.m. at Davidson United Church with Rev. Mathias Ross officiating. Todd Lockwood of Hanson’s Funeral Home, Davidson was entrusted with arrangements.