Michael Russell
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Michael passed away at the VA Hospital on October 10th, just shy of his 66th birthday. He was born in Las Vegas, NV and later moved around until settling in the Boise area.
He spent 11 years in the Army. He was stationed in Fort Bliss, TX and places in Germany.
Upon his discharge from the Army, he used his GI Bill to attend Cosmetology school. He kept that profession until he injured his leg.
Michael was always into Horticulture. It was a passion in his life. He joined Ada Gardeners garden club several years ago and worked his way up to President. He also served as 1st Vice on the Southwest District of GCII. He was president of Ada Gardeners at the time of his death.
He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Saints.
Michael is preceded in death by his step-father, Raymond Callaham. He is survived by his Mother, Sharon Callaham. His brothers and sisters, Joni Bostick, Crystal Loughran , Steve and Patti Russell, Debra and Bill Hass, and Ron and Melissa Russell. Many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Services will be at the VA Cemetery on Monday the 25th at 2:00pm.
He will be greatly missed by all.