SEEKONK, MASS. – Benjamin J. Russell passed away suddenly on Aug. 31, 2024, at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. He was the beloved husband of Andrea (Weisman) Russell. Born in Burlington, Vermont, a cherished son of Wesley and Paullette (LaCourse) Russell, he had lived in Seekonk for almost 11 years, previously living in Charlotte, Vermont. He was a wireless architect for Techinum Inc. for the last 2 years, he previously served as the director of technology for the East Providence School Department. Benjamin was a dedicated member of Temple Habonim.
He is survived by his wife, Andrea, and his parents, Wesley and Paullette. He was “superdad” to Steven and Eliana. A dear brother of Christopher Russell and his wife, Maryann, of Shelburne, Vermont; Laura Rice and her husband, Dean, of Charlotte, Vermon. He was a devoted son-in-law to Robert and Vicki Weisman of East Greenwich and a dear brother-in-law to Carolyn Weisman of Brookline, Massachusetts. He was a cherished uncle to several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Brian Russell.
Contributions may be made to the SAE Foundation [https://give.saefoundation.org/campaign/561665/donate], 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096.