Burnes W. Russell

Burnes W. Russell obituary

Burnes W. Russell

Burnes Russell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hansen Family Funeral and Cremation Services - Green Bay on Sep. 18, 2025.

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Burnes William Russell, 76, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at his home in Madison. Burnes was born on July 1, 1949 in Detroit, Michigan the son of the now late Thomas and Virginia (Van Gorden) Russell. Burnes graduated from Kenowa Hills High School with the class of 1968. He then moved to Green Bay where he worked for Montgomery Wards gas station. He also worked for Woodman's Food Market where he worked as a bagger and also worked in the maintenance department. He loved his family and cherished the times spent together. Burnes was a huge Milwaukee Brewers fan, enjoying this magic of this season but is now watching it in Heaven with Bob Eucker. He loved his beer. Burnes is survived by his sister and brother-in-law: Debra and George Walton, his nephews: Terry (Lucinda) Van Stee, Devon and Dylan Matyshak, Antonio Zawadzki, his nieces: Amyia Zawadzki and Felicia Zawadzki, Virginia (Edgard) Bruning He was preceded in death by one brother: Tom Russell and a nephew: Alan Zawadzki. Gathering of family and friends will be held from 12:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. on Monday, September 29, 2025 at Hamlet Creek 3562 Finger Road. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Becky Schommer officiating.

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September 23, 2025

Julie Blase posted to the memorial.

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Julie Blase

September 23, 2025

Burnes, always a good time when you were here. Just a few more pictures to share. Richwood, my fur babies and I send our condolences and we will miss you. Everybody loved your dancing with Amanda.

Julie Blase

September 23, 2025

Burnes was one of a kind. He was loved by all. He was a great guy to work with at Woodman's. I had a great time bringing him from Green Bay to Madison where he wanted to be close to Woodmans and all his friends. He loved when I brought him out to Richwood and Casey´s. I know he loved his Brewers, Betsy, his family, beets, beef stew and eating my homemade food. Sorry we couldn´t do it again and again. Love you rest in peace.

Julie Blase

September 23, 2025

Ray's wife

September 22, 2025

Burns its been a long time since Wards where you worked with my husband, Tom,Joe H, Ron Bob and the guys. we had some fun parties back then. it was nice talking to you while you were in Florida and Madison. Sorry to hear of your passing. Several of your old co-workers are in heaven waiting for you.

Jennifer Bake

September 22, 2025

On behalf of my dad, Jerry Knox, who worked with Burnes at Montgomery Ward, I send heartfelt condolences. Burnes kept in touch with my dad through the years. My dad was touched by that. When in Madison years ago, we went to the Woodmans where he worked to see him and drop off a Brewers´ schedule. It was a sweet little visit.
Rest in peace, Burnes.
Be sure to check in with my dad up there! He´ll be happy to see you!

Debra Walton

September 19, 2025

My precious Big Brother, I´ll miss you more than anything in this world. You and I have always been so close we told each other everything. My heart is broken so badly that I don´t know which way to go. I sincerely don´t know how much of my heart I can lose, Mom Dad Tommy Alan and now you. The memories that I carry will always be with me, playing baseball in the open field on Harding street, to walking to John Ball park zoo and spending a few hours there. I hold so many wonderful memories that there´s to many to list. Please give Mom Dad Tommy and Alan big hugs for me. Now please grab a beer and go fishing with Dad and Tommy. I love you

Virginia Butler

September 18, 2025

Uncle I will never forget you! The best memories of you are your beautiful red hair you once had and the Milwaukee Brewers games you would take me to when a little girl. You had such a beautiful heart while here on earth and I just know you entered those heavenly gates with family waiting with wide open arms. As we all will miss you here on earth I know this isn´t a good bye but a I´ll see you later. As you enter you're forever. Until we meet again I will miss you until then. Much love your niece Jeannie

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