Peacefully on Wednesday November 16, 2022 in his 101st year, at Maitland Manor, Goderich. Predeceased by his wife Elizabeth (1967) and second wife Margaret (2008), his parents Elmer and Lottie Alton, sister Elmira (2012) and brother in-law Gordon Finnigan. At the request of Russell there will be no funeral home visitation. A Memorial Service will be held at Lakeshore United Church, Goderich, on Saturday December 10, 2022 at 2PM. Internment Greenhill Cemetery, Lucknow. In lieu of flowers donations to Lakeshore United Church are appreciated.
Shared by Marion McComb
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Michelle Alton
I will always remember Russell’s crazy sense of humour. He liked so much to make you laugh. Rest well in God’s arms.
Marion McComb
Russell has held a special place in our family as he was the Best man at our parents’ wedding in 1952. I have many wonderful memories of Russell from over the years! We knew both Elizabeth and Margaret. Elmira & Gordon were also close family friends.
Catherine Armour
I will always remember you as a kind and caring gentleman. You and Margaret were always both so welcoming at North Street/Lakeshore church.
Cheryl Lynch
I have many fond memories of Russell and Margaret being strong volunteers at the Huron County Children’s Aid…they drove many many children…an amazing gentleman..rest in peace 🙏🙏🙏..
John and Linda MacDonald
I have known Russell all my life as he and his sister Elmira and parents lived in Ashfield as we did, although we were a distance apart we were called neighbours.. Our since condolences to the many Alton relatives of Russell, he lived a good long life. Rest in Peace Russell. His sister Elmira was the pianist at our wedding.
Linda MacDonald
Sydney Holody
Rest in peace Russell. As I told you many times over the years, the visits with our Dad’s (Bill Manning) Uncle Elmer and Dad’s cousins Elmira and Russell on the farm in Lucknow were such special parts of our childhood memories. Sixty+ years have not lessened the smiles when we recall those treasured experiences.
Sydney Holody
Peggy Denomme
I remember Russell as a kind and willing volunteer driver at Children’s Aid Society. He took special care of his wife Margaret. My sympathy to Russell’s family.
Dawn Cumming
Dear Alton Family, I send condolences as you celebrate the long Christian life of Russell..Russell was one of those people who made North Street/ Lakeshore United Church a wonderful family experience..He was gracious and genuine..I shall keep you in my prayers as you remember all the great moments in Russell’s life..I know that God will rejoice that Russell is safely home in heaven..Blessings, Dawn Cumming
Connie Tasker
Oh my this makes sad that he has passed but so happy that he enjoyed such a long life! I got to know Russ at Goderich Place and what a gentleman he was! He loved to dance and sing and he enjoyed all types of music! He was so wonderful to sit and have a conversation with! You can now sing with the angels and see all that is beautiful!!!
John Banter
Always a Gentleman, rest in peace Russell.