Racine- Russell A. Adzima, 52, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep at his home on Tuesday, April 8, 2008. Russell was born in Racine on March 16, 1956. He received his education from SC Johnson, Starbuck and Park High School. Russell served in the United States Army. He moved to Florida in 1987 and returned to Racine in 2003. Russ was an automobile fanatic. Born with a wrench in his hand, he was a master mechanic. He was passionate about racing and was proud to be on the pit crew of his family’s race car. Russ loved riding his Harley and loved NASCAR, BIG TIME! Russ had the gift to gab, loved helping others and lived life to the fullest. Above all, he was happiest when in the surroundings of his entire family. Surviving are his father, Glenn Adzima of Milwaukee; mother, Verla Adzima (nee: Larrabee) of Franksville; sisters, Patricia (Hugh Goodwin) Klein and Paulette (Robert) Borchert, both of Racine; brothers, Randall (Christine) Adzima of Racine and Rick Adzima of Milwaukee; nephews and nieces (who called him “Uncle Ra-Ra”), Verlance, Kyle, Elizabeth, Aubrey, Randall Jr., Erica Joy (Russ’ Goddaughter), Chrystal, Cory and Andrew; six great-nieces and nephews; fiancé, Joan Swope of Racine; step-daughter, Ashley Swope; canine companion, Macy; longtime family friend, Pinky; and by many relatives and friends. Russell was preceded in death by his step-mother, Jane Adzima. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 11 am with Rev. Dr. Joan E. Jacobson-Wolf officiating. Interment will follow at Oakwood Cemetery in Somers. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Saturday from 9-11 am. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Russ’ family has been suggested.
Chrystal LaPointe says
God took you too soon, Uncle Ra Ra.
I will always remember your smile and laugh. Thanks for all of your great memories.
I loved you more than you knew.
May peace be with you always.
Love,
Crickie
Chrystal LaPointe says
Uncle Ra Ra,
God took you too soon. I will allways remember your smile and most of all your contagious laugh.
I loved you more than you knew,
May you rest in peace.
Love,
Crickie
ART & VIOLA DAHL says
TO ALLOF RUSSELL’S FAMILY;; SORRY WE COULD NOT BE THERE FOR THIS TIME OF SORROW, BOTH HEALTH AND WEATHER DO NOT PERMIT ME TO GO THAT FAR JUST NOW,,, KNOW THAT WE LOVE YOU ALL, WOULD HAVE LOVED TO VISIT WITH EACH OF YOU,, MABE SOME TIME SOON WE CAN SEE ONE ANOTHER,, MUCH LOVE AND PRAYERS ,,ART AND AUNT VI
ARTHUR E. TICKLER says
Tammie J Wheelock says
I can’t believe he’s gone. We all loved him so much. He definitely was the life of the party, always put a smile on your face.
He is going to be missed, but he’ll always be in our hearts and our thoughts.
Sheldon & Leone Larrabee says
Dear Glenn and family,
Our love,prayers,thoughts and sincere sympathy are with each one of you at this difficult time. May your faith in God be your comfort & peace now and in the time to come.
We enjoyed being with Russell, he was always so friendly and full of fun, only wish we had spend more time with him.
May the Lord bless you all, many thoughts will be with you even though we can’t be present.We love you…Sheldon & Leone Larrabee
Sandy Baugh and Rich Plachinski says
Dear Verla and Family, I was saddened to hear this news. You know our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Remember those wonderful family memories…his love will be in your heart forever!
God bless you,
Sandy Baugh and Rich Plachinski
JAMES & JOYCE LARRABEE says
DEAR VERLA ,,GLENN AND FAMILY; SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT RUSSELL … YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS AND WE LOVE YOU,ALL, WITH LOVE AND PRAYERS,,,JIM JOYCE, CONNIE,KERRY,JIM JR, PEARL, AND REV,CLIFF,, AND THEIR FAMILIES. LOVE UNCLE JIM AND AUNT JOYCE,AND COUSINS.
Valerie K. Leffler (Ewing) says
My sympathies go out to all of you. I just can’t wrap my mind around the idea that someone from our generation of cousins, someone so young, is gone. You’re all in my thoughts and prayers,
Love,
Valerie & Terry
Leffler
Cathy Fojtik says
Dear Verla and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with all of you. Remember the precious Joy and laughter he brought to everyone and it will help you through this time of sorrow.