Russell J. Lampertz

January 1, 1925 - November 20, 2017

Russell John Lampertz January 1, 1925 – November 20, 2017 Beloved husband of Arlene for 41 years, until her death in 1989. Beloved husband of Laverne since November 22, 2002. Dear father of Judy Leemann (Gary) and Russell Jay Lampertz (Dena). Proud Grandpa of Scott & Sarah Leemann and Stacey Hobbs. Great Grandfather to Jaxon & Cambel Hobbs. Russell John Lampertz was 92 years old. He was born to Walter T. and May Belle (Crumby) Lampertz on New Years Day in 1925. Russell was one of six children: Brothers: Richard (Elsie) & Walter (Marge, Melanie), Sisters: Ruth Cox (Russell), Claire Piesbergen (Donald), Renee Palazzolo (Sam). They grew up in a happy house filled with love, with he and his two brothers sharing a bedroom upstairs, while his three sisters shared another bedroom across the hall. Russell was preceded in death by his parents, first wife Arlene, sister Ruth, sister Claire, brother in laws: Donald Piesbergen, Sam Palazzolo, Russell Cox, sister in laws: Elise and Marge. He was extremely proud of his service in the Navy, and loved to speak of it often. He served in WWII & The Korean War in the Armed Guard. He was a Gunners Mate 2nd Class at time of his honorable discharge. Russell retired from Federal Pacific Electric Company after 20 years of service, 16 of those as Plant Manager. His hobbies included camping, gardening, reading, enjoying the company of “the Wilbert Drive group”, The Reds Group, and traveling. He had many fond memories of camping as a child with his Mom, Dad, brothers & sisters at Sam Baker State Park. He shared his enjoyment of camping with his own family, camping with Arlene, Judy, & Russ at Sam Baker State Park… many times with his brothers, sisters and all their children along also. Oh, those great nights around the campfire with the entire Lampertz family singing ‘campfire songs’ (him being one of the loudest). Russell’s favorite vacation spots were Alaska & Glacier National Park. There were many trips to Glacier with Arlene, Russ & Judy. After moving to Florida, he and Laverne enjoyed multiple cruises… his favorite always being Alaska. He loved experiencing God’s beauty in nature. Sarah & Scott enjoyed many hours of playing Dominos with Grandpa around the kitchen table. How he loved to win! He worked tirelessly, devoting his life to serving others. Through his many years of service, Russell was/is a member of the Optimist Club – West, Electrical Board of Missouri, a Shriner belonging to St. Louis Moolah Temple, Moolah Clown, Missouri Blue Lodge Mason – Beacon #3, the Reds Group, 33 Scottish Rite Mason in Valley of St. Louis Scottish Rite, chosen as Ambassador of St. Louis by the Mayor, and a Founding Member & Emeritus Director of Walker Scottish Rite Clinic for Childhood Language Disorders. Russell had a strong faith, loved his family, and will always be remembered for the smile on his face, the encouragement in his voice, and his unending gratitude to all. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to: Walker Scottish Rite Clinic of Childhood Language Disorders 650 Maryville University Drive St. Louis, MO 63141