Russell S. Katz

January 27th, 2026

Russell spent summers with us in California when he was young…. He had an infectious laugh and was the one who introduced me to the “why did the chicken cross the road” jokes. He had a special smile that few could resist. Rest in Peace, Cousin!.

~Barbara Waldman
~Cousin, La Canada

January 27th, 2026

Russell was the best friend one could have. Russ was loyal and understanding. I have many fond lifelong memories of the crazy things we did. We had much in common and I miss him so much. He was not only a great friend but is missed deeply by my family who was very close to.him. I spent a week with Russ just a month before his sudden passing when I drove out from Scottsdale. Russell will always be in my heart. RE

~Ron Edwin
~Very old friends, Skokie, IL

September 26th, 2025

Russ was a good friend. he was as kind as he was articulate. He was dedicated to his family and the Jewish community.
He always gave me the exact time to light the Shabbat candels. I miss our talks as he was very intelligent and had a great sense of humor.
May Russ’s memory forever be a blessing.

~Deborah Ziskind
~friend, Chicago, IL

January 30th, 2025

Russ was a good friend and cared so deeply.

~Barbara Davis
~Friend,

January 30th, 2025

To all the family and friend of Russell, I am so sorry you lost a brother, uncle, cousin and a friend

~Tikva Moustakis
~friend, Skokie, Il