Russell Glenn Fullerton

RUSSELL FULLERTON

Russell Glenn Fullerton died April 6, 2025.

Born in the coal mining town of Clymer, Pa., on Jan. 20, 1932, to Glenn Fullerton and Caroline Kuntz, he grew up in Punxsutawney, Pa.

After proudly serving with the Army Third Division in Korea and receiving a Purple Heart he came home to marry his high school sweetheart, Joan Weaver.

A drafting degree from Williamsport Technical School got him a job with Piper Aircraft in Lock Haven with whom he worked for 30 years.

A move to Lakeland, Fla., in 1975 led to a second career in Administrative Services with the city.

Along the way, Russ and Joan had two daughters, three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

He loved all sports, especially baseball and his Tampa Bay Rays. He played golf twice a week well into his 80s.

As a student of history, especially the American Revolution, he had a diverse collection of books on the founding of the country. He was a lifelong learner and avid Democrat until the end. He was funny and kind. The sort of person the world needs more of. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Russell was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Katura Fullerton and Shirley Healy; a grandson, Taylor Lindgren; and his beloved wife, Joan.

He is survived by daughters, Debra Fullerton (David Lindgren) and Donna Stewart (David); granddaughters, Jenna Werner and Kelly Crews; and three great-grandchildren.

The family will have a private memorial to celebrate his life.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.heathfuneralchapel.com.