Herbert Lewis Russell, 77, of New Haven, CT, entered eternal rest August 12, 2024. He was born in New Haven, CT, December 17, 1946, a son of the late Israel O. Russell and Alberta Gaylor Russell.
He was educated in the New Haven Public Schools and graduated from Wilbur Cross High School in 1965, where he played basketball and varsity football. After graduating from Wilbur Cross, he enlisted in the United States Army, where he served in Italy from 1965-1968 as a Telegraphic Technician. During his military service he received the National Defense Service Medal for Sharpshooting. Upon his return from the military, he attended the Connecticut School of Electronics, after graduation he was hired by AT&T.
In October 1972, he married the love of his life, Earnestine Bromell and together they traveled the world. Herbert was a lover of all genres of music, an avid tennis and chess player and a certified scuba diver.
During his years at AT&T he held the position of Technical MSC RNOC and traveled between New Haven and New York on assignments. In 2001, Herbert retired from AT&T after 30+ years of service.
Herbert was predeceased by his wife Earnestine, parents Israel O. and Alberta Gaylor Russell, brothers David Israel, Sidney Scott, Ivor, William Aubrey (Billy) and Gerald Russell; sisters Ruby Hazel Slade, Mary Simone Russell, Muriel Carr and Violet Russell.
He is survived by his sister Lora (Pie) Russell of New Haven and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
A celebration of Mr. Russell’s life and legacy will be held Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Curvin K. Council Funeral Home, 128 Dwight St., New Haven. A viewing will be held from 10:00-11:00 a.m. The burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
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My sincere condolences to Pie and the family at this time.I have known Herb and the Rusell family since I was a shorty living on Winter Street.
Pie,I am so sorry for your 📉
Dear Family,
During this difficult time, may the love of God bring you peace. I have fond remembrances of Herbie when we grew up together in the same area (Elm Haven Projects) Herbie will always be remembered.
I went to High School with Russel he was a all right guy we would speak about Cross BB AND WHAT WE WHERE GOING TO DO AFTER GRADUTION Rest in peace my Friend GOD BLESS
Condolences to Pie and family.
Peace and love,
Necie and The Bellinger Family
My sincere condolences to Laura and the Russell Family, Herbie was a wonderful person. I enjoyed reminiscing with him the few times we would see each other In most recent times. We once worked in the same SNET building years ago. We both attended Cross and Bassett Jr High although he was a couple of grades ahead, Our Families knew each other! I have good memories of him and am so sorry to hear of his passing! God Bless and Comfort Each OF You!
My Heartfelt sympathy to you Pie and family on your lost of Herbie. Our family grew up together at 107 Foote St. Herbie was a brother from another mother.
I pray that the love and peace of God be with you and the family now and in the weeks to come
Dottye Bellinger
My sincerest condolences to the Russell family.
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with Herbie comfort you and your family , today and always!
May Herbie Rest in Peace!
Love and blessings, Lethia
Sending condolences to the family of Herbie…I have fond memories of the good ole SNET days…May he rest in peace.
Lora ((Pie) Russell family:
Enjoy your brother’s life; you will see him again. Almighty God knew his journey through life, however, it’s a new beginning for your brother that his journey is continuing with Almighty in third heaven.
There are no more tears. Now moment be strong in your faith keep God first in your heart. I share your lost.
Elizabeth Preston
Pomona ca
Herb and I worked in New Haven CT on the
4E switch and we had many serious talks.
Retiring we kept in touch and I remember
his humorous side to LIFE.