Richard “Dick” Russell, 79, a proud resident of Marblehead, passed away on June 17, 2026, after a long illness
Born in Salem, Massachusetts, he was the son of the late Anne J. (Conroy) Russell and John R. Russell, former police chief of Marblehead.
Dick graduated from Marblehead High School with the Class of 1965 and from the California Institute of Technology with the Class of 1969, earning a bachelor’s degree. After spending time living in California and England, he returned to Massachusetts, where he taught mathematics at Roxbury Latin School until his retirement.
A quiet and thoughtful man, Dick appreciated life’s simple pleasures. He enjoyed running, reading, watching Boston sporting events and caring for animals. Each summer, he looked forward to serving as a reader for the AP Calculus examinations, taking pride in the work and especially enjoying the fellowship of gathering with mathematics educators from around the country.
He leaves behind his sister, Nancy, and her husband, Jack, as well as his niece, Maryanne, all of Sharon; and several cousins.
A funeral service will be held at Eustis & Cornell of Marblehead, 142 Elm St., on Thursday, June 25 at 11:30 a.m. Private burial will follow at Waterside Cemetery in Marblehead. Donations in Dick’s memory can be made to the MSPCA.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at eustisandcornellfuneralhome.com.
