Russell Souza

1944 - 2018

Russell Souza obituary, 1944-2018, Cortez, CO

BORN

1944

DIED

2018

Russell Souza Obituary

Russell Souza was born November 7, 1944 in Fall River, MA. He proudly served in the Marine Corp and Air Force. He retired as a member of the Massachusetts State Police. He loved his family, friends and traveling the country he loved in his R.V. He also loved golf, the Elks Lodge and a Jim Beam with just a splash. He is survived by his wife Joni; daughters Kristie (Teddy) and Heather (Michael); son Shane (Jack); five grandchildren, one great-grandson, and his golf buddy Pablo. We invite all to join us in a celebration of his life at the Elks Lodge on Thursday March 29 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the Humane Society.

Published by The Journal on Mar. 23, 2018.
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One of the most loyal friends I had the honor and pleasure of knowing and serving with in the Mass State Police. "A Compassionate Grump" who loved his family, friends and country.

Mike Dusoe

June 25, 2019

DeWitt & Anette Nix

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March 29, 2018

Condolences from Seawind RV Park friends.

Jim & Gaye Hull

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March 29, 2018

Condolences from friends from Seawind RV Park.

Jim & Gaye Hull

Friend

March 28, 2018

Here's to you Russell!

Friend

March 28, 2018

Ah, what can we say about Russ? Here's to uncountable, wonderful, crazy and happy hours we spent together. Missed you this passed February, sitting in the yard just enjoying life and spending time with you, Joni and Amiga. Missed you then and will miss you always! So many beautiful memories you have given us and we thank you for each one. See you on the other side my friend - Cheers! Joni, our deepest condolences to you and the family, we are here for you now and always!! Love you dearly!

Penny and Dale Schwarz

Friend

March 28, 2018

My condolences to the family.
We had many shifts together at SP Bourne and he was a true brother. He always had your back and would never back down from anyone or anything. Rest in peace Trooper.
Bruce Buckley 47th & 74th RTT.

Bruce Buckley

March 24, 2018

Farewell to my classmate, a member of the 56th RTT, Massachusetts State Police, class of 1972. Rest in peace brother! My sincerest condolences to family and friends!
Stew Sterling

Stew Sterling

March 24, 2018

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Celebration of Life

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Elks Lodge

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