Michael Denny Russell

Michael Denny Russell, 86, of Princeton, passed away Friday, October 2, 2026 at RiverOaks Health Campus.  He was born September 12, 1940 in New Albany to the late Margaret and Joseph Russell. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Paul Russell and sister, Rosemary Blunk (Ronnie).

He is survived by his two sons, Andy Russell and Mike “Butch” Russell; wife of 59 years, Nancy Russell; brother, Danny Russell (Darlene) and extended family of relatives.

Michael was a Veteran of the United States Air Force serving in Okinawa and Aviano Air Base in Italy. He worked for Duke Energy for 28 years before retirement. He loved fishing in his younger years, studying his family genealogy, and collecting postage stamps. Michael always planted a vegetable garden and decided what flowers he wanted to grow. He was a big fan of Indiana University Men’s Basketball and the Cincinnati Reds Baseball team. May he rest in peace.  

The family would like to give thanks to RiverOaks Health Campus and AseraCare Hospice for taking such good care of Michael.

A graveside chapel service will be held at 1:00 CST Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Kraft-Graceland Memorial Park 2778 Charlestown Rd, New Albany, IN 47150. Interment will follow.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Joseph Catholic Church in Princeton located at 410 N. Race St., Princeton, IN 47670. Online condolences can be given at ColvinFuneralHome.com where you can share a memory of Michael. Colvin Funeral Home is honored to serve the Russell family.

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