Russell Lee Swayze

December 30, 1931 - August 27, 2018

Russell Lee Swayze, 86, of Peru, formerly of Parkridge and Earlville, IL, passed way Monday, August 27, 2018 at Manor Court of Peru. He was born December 30, 1931 in Earlville, IL, the son of William and Maude (Yarnell) Swayze. Russell is a proud veteran of the US Army. He taught art to elementary students at several schools in Park Ridge. Russell also was the president of the Teacher’s Union. Russell enjoyed collecting antiques, taking beautiful photos, and painting with watercolors. He is survived by his sister, Helen Rave of Earlville, IL and many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Mary Hindle, Viola Anen, and Irene Guilde; his brothers, Delbert Swayze and Orville Swayze. Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 30, 2018 at Hanley-Turner-Eighner Funeral Home in Earlville with Pastor Sandy Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Precinct Cemetery in Earlville. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home in Earlville. Memorials may be directed to the charity of your choice. For more information or to sign the online guest book, go to www.EighnerFuneralHomes.com Hanley-Turner-Eighner Funeral Home 407 S. Ottawa St. ~ PO Box 808 Earlville, IL 60518 815-246-6491