Robert Russell Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Robert (Bob) Putney Russell, of Cape May, NJ, passed away on May 24, 2022 after a 22-month battle with cancer. Robert’s wife Kim was at his side at Memorial Sloan Kettering Hospital, in New York City. Robert was born on April 16, 1952 in Richmond, Virginia. He grew up in Linwood, New Jersey. He graduated from Mainland Regional High School in 1970. Robert proudly served for 4 years in the US Navy as a Sonar Technician. He went to college on the GI Bill graduating from Old Dominion University in 1979. Robert was accepted into the General Electric Sales Training Program where he received multiple awards for his accomplishments. For 25 years he worked for a small German manufacturer selling sophisticated microwave technology devices, one of which is a key component in many modern cancer therapy machines. Robert’s 40-year career took him all over the country and he loved telling stories of his many nights “on the road.” Robert retired in December 2020. Robert met his wife Kim (née Vincenzes) Russell in 1979 when they were classmates in a business law class. Kim was Robert’s true soulmate. They were married on April 21, 1985 and spent 43 years together. Robert was a true patriot and loved his country. You would frequently find Robert on his porch with friends where he shared his conservative values including his belief in the power of the free market and the virtues of hard work. Robert was also an avid HAM radio operator (K4EW), licensed for over 60 years. Bob and Kim’s frequent travels took them all over the world. Bob’s favorite trips were aboard a Windstar vessel and his favorite destinations were anywhere there was good food and good company. Together, Kim and Robert completed over 20 cruises in Europe and the Far East as well as many road trips throughout Europe and the US. We pray that Robert’s death is his next great adventure, maybe on a ship’s deck enjoying a glass of Macallans 12. Robert is survived by his beloved wife Kim and his many, many friends who will truly miss him. “The man is a success who has lived well, loved much and laughed often.” Robert Lewis Stevenson. To celebrate Robert’s life, relatives and friends will be received from 10am until 11am on Thursday (June 9th) in the Spilker Funeral Home, 815 Washington St., Cape May with Robert’s Memorial Ceremony beginning at 11am in the form of family and friends sharing their thoughts, memories and sentiments. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Memorial Sloan Kettering www.giving.mskcc.org or the Republican politician of your choice.

Robert Russell

April 16, 1952 - May 24, 2022