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Russ Fairfield

For those of you who knew, or knew of, Russ Fairfield, I'm sad to report that he died last week at the age of 75. He will be missed.

For those of you who didn't know him, Russ was a nationally known turner with articles in AAW and elsewhere. He was also one of the nicest people you'd ever want to know. He was a member of our Inland Northwest Turners club and an instructor at the local Woodcraft. He was always willing to spend time showing a beginner (like me) how to do things.

A couple of turners from the club made an urn for his cremains and several members donated a teaspoon of shavings from their shop to keep Russ's ashes company.

I'll miss you Russ, as will a lot of folks.

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Larry Blanchard
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For those with net access who want to benefit from Russ's willingness to share what he'd learned here's a link to Russ's Corner on WoodCentral

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When you realize that You Can't Take It With You it makes sense to Pass It On - which is what this man did. And by doing so - he set an example - the effect of which outlasts the man. Russ ain't here - physically - anymore. Russ-ness on the other hand will be around for quite a while - if we Pass It On - when we can.

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charlie b

Larry, Charlie, et al,

Thanks very muh for posts re Russ' passing. I am so sorry to hear the sad news. I knew Russ well when he lived in Tallahassee and later he was quite active on this ng.

Perhaps one of you or both could send the condolences for RCW to the family for all of us?

Do you have further details? I haven't kept up with Russ in some time.

Turn to Safety, Arch Fortiter

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Arch

I think it was last summer that Russ posted to WoodCentral's turning forum that he had a possible brain tumor. Later he posted that he did have a brain tumor. In late October or early November he had surgery. He came through the surgery and went to a rehabilitation facility to begin physical therapy. He had lost most of his memory for turning but some was coming back as he read through the articles he'd written that are on Russ's Corner on WoodCentral.

Between Christmas and New Years he apparently took a turn for the worst and Ellis, who does WoodCentral posted that he didn't have much time left. Three or four days ago Ellis posted that Russ had "passed".

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charlie b

Sorry to hear that.. Russ and his web sire were an inspiration and education for my turning.. RIP

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mac

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