Russell Whitford

Obituary of Russell D Whitford

Obituary for Russell Duane Whitford

Russell Duane Whitford ,  82 , of Auburndale , Florida  passed away June 19, 2021  peacefully with his lovely wife by his side . He was born on September 13, 1938  in Syracuse , New York  to Paul  and Vera  (Stanton) Whitford .    He graduated from Cato-Meridian High School and was a Korean War Veteran.  Russell was a proud, hardworking, loving, and devoted husband, father and grandfather.
Russell was a self-taught Craftsman that owned Whitford's Body Shop (Cato, NY) until 1983, upon moving to Florida.  He worked for Commercial Carrier as a Body Shop Technician and Lake Juliana Landing as a Grounds Keeper.  He also owned a Lawncare Service and performed multiple home improvement projects for his Florida neighbors until his retirement at age 75.  Russell enjoyed Boating, Fishing, Golf and was a motorcycle enthusiast.  He also enjoyed destination cruises and traveling with family and friends. 
Russell  is survived by:  His wife of 60 years, Janet (Scott) Whitford (Formerly of Cato, NY) of Auburndale, Florida,  2 children, Tina Whitford Duckworth of Auburndale, Florida, Grant Whitford (Bridgette) of Elbridge, NY.  4 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild.  
He was preceded in death by:  His sister Reva McGiveron in June 2017.
The family would like to thank Opis Highlands Lake  Center and Good Shepherd Hospice for their care and compassion.  Please consider making a contribution in Russell's name to the Good Shepherd Hospice of Lakeland, Florida.
Thank you for your support.  There are no services at this time.

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