RIP "Big Russ"

“Big Russ,” Father Of Tim Russert, Passes Away
by Steve Krakauer | 9:13 pm, September 24th, 2009



Timothy Joseph Russert, father of the late, legendary NBC Newsman Tim Russert and grandfather of NBC correspondent Luke Russert, passed away today at the age of 85.

Known as “Big Russ,” Russert became famous in his own right by being a focus of the New York Times bestseller “Big Russ & Me.”

Tim Russert passed away in June 2008 at the age of 58.

Here’s the Russert family statement:

“It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Timothy Joseph Russert. While he was affectionately known to the world as “Big Russ,” he carried no more important nor meaningful titles than those of father, grandfather, great-grandfather, patriot and friend. He passed peacefully with his family at his side from natural causes at the age of 85.

We warmly thank all those who were inspired by his life and his lessons.

In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Alzheimer’s Association so that the world may move closer to finding a cure for this sad affliction.

We ask for privacy as funeral arrangments are pending.”

Here’s a clip from “Remembering Tim Russert” – the portion about “Big Russ” and his son:

http://www.mediaite.com/tv/big-russ-father-of-tim-russert-passes-away/

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The sadness of this is striking. No parent should have to bury a child. Even though he was of a good age, and lived a long life, the loss of his son couldn't have done anything but weakened him.

He had a good life, and did a good job as a father. His children and grandchildren clearly adored him.

No better epitaph........................

n/t

Wow, you are one influential person

nor did I imply that in my post.

I read his son's book about him, and saw a few TV interviews with both of them, and the sentiments expressed by his family throughout were indicative of his good nature, and how much he was loved.

So, you lied about putting me on Ignore?

Why am I not surprised?