Russell “Russ Ra” E. Stringham, 72, of De Soto, IL, passed away on Sunday, July 10, 2022, at Herrin Hospital, Herrin, IL.
He was born on May 27, 1950, to Claude and Loretta (Bussey) Stringham in Nassau County, New York.
Russell was of the Catholic faith. He enjoyed photography and fishing. He loved the Grateful Dead and nature, watching the moon and stars at night.
Russell is survived by his daughter, Lauren; a brother, Ernest W. Stringham; his sister, Emily M. Bebe and his special companion, Debra Garro.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Claude R. and Loretta M. Stringham.
Services have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., Benton, IL.
A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, July 14, 2022, at 11:00 a.m., at the Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL, with Father Urban Osuji, officiating.
Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.
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