Ronald A. Russo

Delmar-Ronald A. Russo of Albany and Palm Bay, Fl, 72, died Sunday, May 16, 2010 at his home with his family. Born in Albany on September 24, 1937, he was the son of the late Joseph and Helen Green Russo. Mr. Russo graduated from Phillip Schuyler High School in 1956 and went to work for Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation as a heavy equipment operator. He retired in 1993 after 39 years. In his retirement, he worked for the New York State Court of Appeals serving as the Clerk of the Court. Ron was very active in Albany County politics throughout his life. He served as an Albany County Democratic Committeeman, and later was elected as an Albany County Legislator. He was a member of Local 137 IBEW, and former member of the Albany Elks Club # 49. He was a communicant of the former St. Teresa of Avila Church. Ron is survived by his loving wife, Geraldine. He was thrilled to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on April 23, 2010 at Jacks Oyster House with his family. He is also survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, Roseann (Frank) Commisso, Maryhelen (Richard) Lounello, Joanne (Trace) Hicks, and Jeannine (David) Kaskoun, his grandchildren, Joseph, Paul and Daniel Commisso, Andrew, Jenna, and Matthew Hicks and Carlos Kaskoun. He is also survived by his brother, Joseph, aunts and cousins. He was predeceased by his infant daughter, MaryAnn. Family time was most special to Ron, especially spending time with his grandchildren and Sunday dinners with everyone. He enjoyed spending the winter months at his home in Florida. Ron enjoyed all types of music, especially jazz and classical. He also enjoyed traveling, especially to Italy and Sicily and movies and books about World War II. The family would like to express their sincere gratutide to Dr William Caramore for his compassionate support and friendship. Ron enjoyed a full life on earth, with the promise of Eternal Life. Funeral services Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at 10:00 am from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street Albany thence to St. Thomas the Apostle Church, Delmar at 11:00 am where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Tuesday, May 18, 2010 4:00 to 8:00 pm in the funeral home. Interment will follow the Mass at Calvary Cemetery. Those wishing to remember Ron in a special way may send a contribution to the Ronald McDonald House, 139 S. Lake Ave. Albany, NY 12208 (http://www.rmhcofalbany.org) To leave the family a special message on their Guest Book; or view his Cinematic Life Tribute; or obtain a Prayer Card or directions; or share a photo or E-Card with them, please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com

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Ronald A. Russo

September 24, 1937 - May 16, 2010