Gerald Winston Quinton Russell
November 30, 1948 to October 18, 2023
Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Gerald Winston Quinton Russell on Wednesday October 18, 2023, at the age of 74.
Gerry was a caring husband to Bernice for 51 years. He was a loving father of Stephen (Becky) and Deborah (Andrew), and a proud Poppy of Julia, Kilian and Luke. He also leaves behind his only sibling Glenys.
He was born in St. John’s, Newfoundland, to Hubert and Eileen and raised in the town of Gander, Newfoundland. His post secondary schooling took him to St. John’s, Newfoundland where he studied Engineering at Memorial University of Newfoundland. He spent his career working as a manager for the Newfoundland Telephone Company.
Gerry had a lust for life and will be remembered for his big smile, big heart and willingness to help anyone in need. He was an avid runner, dancer and lover of music. He was known for his piano playing and the uncanny ability to play anything by ear. He was the protector of his family, a man who most often put his own aspirations aside to ensure the success of his loved ones.
We will cherish his memory in our hearts forever.
Please join us at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Tuesday, October 24th, from 2-4pm and 7-9pm to remember Gerry, share a story and pay respect to this great man.
Please note that Carnell’s is a nut free building due to a staff member with a severe allergy. Thank you for your understanding.
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on October 24, 2023
7-9 p.m. on October 24, 2023
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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Dear Bernice.
I am so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences. I remember many happy times with you both at parties over the years.
Sincere condolences to all his family. He was a great person to work with.
Bernice,
I am so sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing.. We worked together at Newfoundland Telephone for many years. He was a really good guy, on and off the job. Gerry will be sadly missed and forever remembered fondly.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Evan Kipnis
My sincere condolences to Gerry’s family and friends,
Had the pleasure of working with Gerry many years with Newfoundland Telephone. He was a gentleman and pleasure to work with. RIP my friend.
Bernice and family,
Sending my sincere condolences. Gerry and I worked together for a number of years at NFLD Tel Co. I have so many great memories. of our time there. A kind, genuine person. He will be sadly missed.
Harry Wells
My condolences to Gerry’s family and friends. A good kind person and a friend who will be missed. RIP Gerry
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Bernice and family. Very shocked to hear of Gerry’s passing. He always had a smile and kind word. I remember fondly having you and Gerry on the boat for a fun filled trip. I will never forget your comfort and kindness shown to me while Scott was at the Miller Center. Hold your precious memories of the wonderful life you had together close to your heart to sustain you in the coming days. Condolences to all the family. ❤️
Deb and family , our deepest condolences . After getting to know you dad and being in Hawaii at your wedding you could tell your dad had a zest for life and we sure enjoyed his charm . He always had a good story to tell and a twinkle in his eye . You can tell he loved you guys so much . Just know you are in our thoughts and We are sending you so much love .
Dear Bernice and family,
I only found out today that Gerry had passed. I am so sorry to hear this.. I worked with Gerry for years . He was a wonderful man., well known and respected through out the entire company. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
So sorry for your loss. Our sincere condolences to the Russell family.
Bernice, Deborah, Stephen and family
We were shocked to hear of Gerry’s sudden passing..
Please accept our deepest condolences at this very difficult time.We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers..
Sincerely
Vince, Paula. Gregory and Catherine Fleming
Dear Steve,
I am so very sorry to learn of your dad’s passing.. It is very difficult to lose a parent, and I know your dad was a tremendous role model for you. My deepest sympathies to you and your Mom and Deborah, and the whole family. I hope your memories bring you comfort at this sad time.
Bernice and Family – We are sorry to learn that Gerry has passed . Hold on to your happy memories as these will help you get through this difficult time . Sincere condolences .
Earl Saunders & Deanne Aylward
So sorry and shocked to hear of Gerry’s passing-we shared lots of jokes and fun skating at Jack Byrne Arena-will truly miss him-RIP, Jerry.
Bernice, Glenys and Family. We are so sorry to hear the sad news that Gerry has passed. I remember Gerry well at the Telephone Company and always enjoyed his sense of humour and his kindness . He was a real gentleman and was a great man to work with. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time. Please accept our sincere sympathies.
Peter and Janet Kendall
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Bernice, Stephen, Deborah, Glenys and family If one had to pick the perfect picture of Gerry for this sad reason you nailed it. This is the image of Gerry on the first day I met him and the same expression mirrored every time I was with him over the years. Gerry was a good man, a great husband, a very proud father, brother and a good friend. That expression “good man” is one that many of us recognize from parents the generation of our parents as meaning exactly that. My father used that expression and his father used that expression as well which told those hearing it a full story of the quality of the man he was. It was reserved for a few and not a general phrase. I was shocked to hear of Gerry’s sudden passing and my sincere condolences to all of you. For me that photo tells his story, his being and his desire to help not hinder. God’s strength to all of you but your lives, our lives, have been better for the time spent with him.
Bernice,
My sincerest condolences on the loss of Gerry. Keep your heart and mind full with the beautiful memories and life you shared for so many wonderful years.
Since our days at Newtel we always enjoyed meeting at the Hope for Birdie tournament and summer visits to the Eastport Peninsula. Gerry is already sadly missed, our very sincere condolences to you Bernice and family.
Sorry to hear that Gerry passed suddenly. My condolences to all his family. I have fond memories of Gerry from our contact through swimming when Wedgewood Park and NAAC/St. John’s Legends worked together on swim meets.
Bernice and family, I knew Gerry from our days at the phone company and we have crossed paths a few times since. Gerry always had a smile and was a pleasure to have a chat with.!
May the good memories help you through this time of sorrow and may Gerry rest in peace.
Bernice and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing. I knew Gerry from the Telephone company and in later years we were a regular foursome at our annual golf tournament and coffee buddies on Friday mornings. Gerry was a real gentleman and a pleasure to be around. I always enjoyed our time together. May all your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time.
Bernice, Stephen, Deborah and family members,
Our deepest sympathies and loving thoughts are with you on the loss of Gerry.
We often met Gerry while he was out for his daily jog and we always joked about providing him with a rest break while we enjoyed a chat and a laugh along his route.
We hope your many precious memories shared together will bring you strength and peace in your hearts.
Bernice and family,So sad to hear of Gerry,s passing. My deepest condolences to all his family . He was a real gentleman that loved a good chat and a laugh.THE KETTLE IS BOILED RIP GERRY…
Bernice and family. I am so sorry to hear the sad news of Gerry’s passing. We worked in the same office for awhile at the telephone company and also shared a love of running.
In later years a group of us always had coffee together at the Fort William Building and had many lively discussions. . My sincere condolences to you and your family at this sad time.
Bernice and family,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Gerry was a real gentleman.. We certainly have some wonderful memories of the many cruises and dances we attended together. Thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time..
Sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
So sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing. I knew him from the telephone company – he was a gentle person with a lovely smile.
May he rest in peace 💐💐💐
Bernice and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing. We have fond memories of our times together with music, card games and our many laughs. We especially treasure memories of last Summer’s visit in Bonavista Bay with Glenys, you and Gerry .
Deepest sympathy to all the family.
To the Russell Family: I was so saddened and shocked to learn of Gerry’s passing. I knew Gerry from the phone Co and Gerry was part of our early morning coffee group at the FWB..He always had that special smile. Later met him and Bernice at the line dancing. . They were great together at line dancing.. May Gerry’s soul R.I.P.
We are so saddened at the news of Gerry’s passing.. We were so blessed to have known Gerry over the past number of years and even more blessed to have traveled the world, attended many functions & made many wonderful memories together. We always had so much fun. He was always so entertaining on the keyboard! Gerry will be missed by many. We extend our sincerest condolences to Bernice and their family. Our hearts are with you during this time and always. Hold on to all your wonderful memories.
Bernice, Deborah, and Steve,
My deepest thoughts are with you all this week. It was always a delight watching Gerry enjoying himself playing the piano (especially with Julia), dancing, and traipsing through the snow helping us to find the perfect Christmas tree 🙂 Even in my best fitness, there was still no way I could ever keep up with him on the Christmas Day run! His warm smile and sincere laugh brought joy to all around him.
Bernice, Stephen, Deborah and family Doris and I are truly saddened to hear of Gerry’s passing. We became good friends at work, into retirement, RVing, and at Friday coffees. We will miss him greatly. We trust you’ll continue to keep in touch. We are here to share his memories. 73s & 88. (Regards & Hugs). Dave
Bernice, So sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing. Chris and I have many fond memories of dancing partying and making music with Gerry. We will miss him.
To the Russell family. So sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing. We remember always seeing him running and biking on Pine Line. May he rest in peace.
To the Russell Family.
So sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing. Went to school and played hockey in Gander with Gerry, and later had some work related association with him in the 90’s. I last spoke with him a few years ago while camping in Gander. Always enjoyed our conversations. Wonderful person. Sincere condolences.
we are so sad to hear of Jerry’s passing , our thoughts are with Bernice and family at this sad time . we have many memories of travel and music with Jerry , sending hugs to Bernice .
Dear Bernice,
We were so very sorry to hear the sad news of Gerry’s passing! I always remember Gerry as a fun loving person, who loved line dancing and playing in the band! Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time! Sincere condolences to you, your children and grandchildren!
So sorry to hear of Gerrys passing. many fond memories working with him at Newtel. my deepest condolences.
So sorry to hear of Gerrys passing. Many fond memories of Gerry while working at Newtel. May he rest in peace.
Sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing. Shared many stories and laughs with Gerry, while skating at Jack Byrne area and also while line dancing.Deepest condolences to the family Rest In Peace Gerry.
Ed and Valerie Coward
Sincere condolences to Gerry’s family & friends. I have many wonderful memories of working with Gerry at the telephone company. Gerry was a real gentleman and a pleasure to be around. RIP Gerry.
Deepest condolences to Bernice, Deborah and Steve. We were so shocked to hear of Gerry’s passing, such a wonderful person, gone way too soon. RIP Gerry
Sincere condolences to Gerry’s family & friends. I knew Gerry through working at the telephone company, Gerry was such a gentleman & a pleasure to have a chat with. You are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Shocked to hear of Gerry’s passing. We had great chats over the years mostly at our annual Terra Nova golf tournament. My sincerest condolences.. will not be able to attend Carnell’s as I am away at the moment.,but he is in my thoughts.
I was so shocked to see this today. Such a gentleman. RIP Gerry ❤️❤️
To the Russell family
Shocked and saddened to hear of Gerry’s passing. I had the pleasure of meeting Gerry during our time of working at the telephone company, you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Rest in peace Gerry
Bernice and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
To the Russell Family,
So saddened to hear of Gerry’s passing. Had the pleasure of meeting and working with Gerry over the years at the Telco and also enjoying his Company with so many of us at the Annual Boyd Summers Hope for Birdie Invitational. His smile and canter will be surely missed.
I pray that the love of your Family and Friends and the many fond memories help you all through this most difficult of times.
Bernice and family: Our sincerest condolences on the passing of Gerry. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Charles and Andrea
So sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing. Sending condolences to his wife and family and her family. May he rest in peace.
So sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing. He was a great coworker at the telephone company and always a good word and a smile for everyone. RIP.
A true gentleman had many a chat at the phone company condolences to the family.
Bernice , family and friends, we send our our deepest sympathy on your great loss. Gerry held the respect of many of us during his career with the telephone company. He was a gentleman in every sense of the word.
May he RIP!
Many blessings!
So sorry to hear that Gerry has passed . We had some great chats back in the day at the telephone company.
Bernice and family my deepest and heartfelt sympathy on your loss. I have wonderful memories of Gerry during my working days at the Telephone Company.
He was a true gentleman and always with that awesome smile.
May you find comfort with the memories. May he RIP!
Dear Bernice,
I am so sorry to hear of Gerry’s death. The loss of a beloved husband is one of life’s greatest challenges. It is such a life changing loss!
Please extend my heartfelt condolences to your children, grandchildren and other family members.
Know that I am holding you close in heart and mind.
Maxine
Bernice and family. Doug & I have so many fond memories of dancing , travelling, playing music and partying with you and Gerry. And of course his singing.. LOL.. He’ll be forever in our hearts.
Love and hugs to you and your family
Bernice and Family, Ron and l are so shocked and saddened by Gerry”s sudden passing. Please know that you all are in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time.
We have so many great memories and we will cherish them always. We had so much fun on the cruises and dances we attended together. Bernice, you and Gerry will forever be in our hearts and ” cutting a rug” will never be the same again.
All our love to you Bernice.
Ron and Heather Sparkes.
To the Russell family.
So sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing. I worked with Gerry at the telephone company, but my biggest memories of him was skating art the Jack Byrne arena. Many laughs and stories told during our pot luck at the end of our skate season and Christmas skate. RIP.
Absolutely shocked to hear of Gerry’s passing. A true gentleman…. Condolences to the family.
Bernice, Stephen, Deborah and family, our deepest condolences on Gerry’s passing. We have many wonderful memories of our friendship, starting with university days and our times together in the RV club and at the Shriner’s Park in Eastport. Thinking of you at this difficult time and keeping you close to our hearts as we remember our friend. Hugs!
So sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing. My deepest Sympathy. I remember him from the phone company.
Bernice and family.. So sorry to hear about Gerry.
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Jerry’s family,so sorry to read of Jerry’s passing .been cutting Jerry’s hair for many years.Cherish your memories
A Glenys et famille, Nous sommes de tout cœur avec vous! Recevez l,expression de notre sympathie la plus profonde!! Avec toute notre affection,
Bernice and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss of Gerry. He was such a kind and friendly man.
Bernice will always remember the trip George, Robin and I made to Florida with you, Gerry and Stephen during Easter in the early 1980’s…what fun that was!!
I know you will have so many wonderful memories and family photos to look back on!
Our hearts are with you at this sad time.
June and George Osmond
So sad to hear of Gerry’s passing. We will miss the hikes and beating the ladies at one hundred and twenties. My thoughts and prayers are with Berniice and family. May your wonderful memories eventually overcome this loss..
Bernice and family, I am so very sorry to learn of Gerry’s passing. He certainly did love life, had a great smile and laughed easily. I know that the past couple of years were challenging for Gerry’s health and he will be missed by his family and friends. My sincere condolences to you, Bernice, and to your whole family.