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Russell Tuckel Obituary
Russell Leon Tuckel was born March 5, 1943, in Lawrence, Kansas, to Russell Sr. and Dora (Hunsinger) Tuckel. He spent his life in Douglas County, never far from his father's farm on Farmer's Turnpike Road. You can take the man out of the county, but you can't take the county out of the man.
He, along with his parents and brother, operated a small cow/calf operation of Black Angus cattle, alongside farming and haying. After graduation from Lawrence High School in 1961, he attended Kansas State Teacher's College in Emporia, Kansas, with an eye towards a degree in teaching wood-working and shop. The pleasures of Emporia (good hunting and fishing) possibly beckoned too much to him to worry about a degree. He entered the construction business, eventually co-owning a contracting and real estate development business (mainly apartments and shopping centers).
Russell was most happy operating any machine with attachments (such as tractors, bull dozers, backhoes, etc...the bigger the better). He knew practically everything about anything and could repair most any engine/build anything small or large/invent efficient "improvements" to any device...if he could not repair it, he would think and think and think about the problem until he solved it mentally, then it would be fixed by him, hands-on.
Russell enjoyed life and owned single propeller airplanes for years, flying in and out of his backyard on Peterson Road.
He was ambitious, friendly, and helpful to neighbors. You couldn't ask for more.
Russell married Penny J. Wilson at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lawrence, Kansas, on November 7th, 1970. Part of their honeymoon was spent hunting pheasants in western Kansas near Goodland, KS.
Russell is survived by Penny J. Tuckel, his wife, and their daughter, Elizabeth from Seattle, WA, and his brother Roger Tuckel of Maple Hill, KS (well known as the Lawrence Feed Store owner).
Russell left on his terms, exactly as he lived his life. Well done. His body was cremated.
A Tribute to Russell Tuckel will be held in November and will be announced later. Condolences may be sent to the family in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
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Memories and Condolences
for Russell Tuckel
pete rowland
May 4, 2020
Penny - so sorry to hear about Russ' passing. I still have a beautiful enlarged photo he took in Montana on a fishing trip. I will remember him fondly and with great respect every time I look at it.
Johnson and Nancy Shockley
May 2, 2020
We are so sorry to hear the news about Russell. It's always hard to lose a member of the Riverside/Lakeview community. Our thoughts are with you all.
Barbra
April 30, 2020
I was sorry to here about Russell. He came in a few times to joke with me at Dillons. I have many fond memories of Russell going up. Every year he would say Santa had been killed by train or crashed or whatever, this was a running joke he played with my sister and I. I will truly miss him and his sense of humor. Sorry for your loss Penny, Elizabeth and Roger. My prayers are with you.
Beverly Wiles
April 30, 2020
Penny- So sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Bev
April 29, 2020
To your family Roger, from our family, The Rooneys, our sincere condolences during this stressful time. My God be with you all and keep you all safe. Hugs to all of you. Mary (Patchen)Rooney and family
Joan Holmes
April 29, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Just saw Russell about a week ago as I was driving a pony down the road. He stopped to visit in the middle of the road, just like ol' times. It is good to remember him that way.
Paul Rogers
April 28, 2020
Condolences to Penny & family & brother Roger. I had many real estate transactions thru the years with Russ & Duane.
Jim & Serena Anderson
April 28, 2020
Roger and family sorry to hear about the loss of your brother and loved one - peace be with all of you
Mildred Hogan
April 28, 2020
Penny and Elizabeth,so sorry to read about your loss.
Our Condolences are with you.we love you.
Aunt Millie Hogan ,Daniel Molthop,Brad Conard
Mike Moore
April 28, 2020
Penny, I'm thinking thoughts of comfort and condolences for you and your grieving family during this difficult time.
bo newsom
April 28, 2020
I didn't know Russell well but I sure admired his innovative ability and skill. My prayers and thoughts are with Russell and his family.
Craig
April 28, 2020
He gave me my first job as young teen. Ill never forget when I thought I blew up his brand new mower. I didnt get the cap on tight after checking the oil and it poured out on the hot motor. He laughed so hard! From that day forward he was kind to me every time I saw him. He will be missed.
Bill West
April 28, 2020
Hi Penny, I am so sorry to learn of Russell's passing. You are in my thoughts, and I am sure you are comforted by many nearby friends and family. Love to you, Bill
Frank
April 28, 2020
Russell was a great guy. He will be fondly missed by all who knew and loved him. Prayers and condolences to the family.
William and MaryBeth Harmon
April 28, 2020
We are so sorry about your loss.
Russell was a great guy. I really enjoyed him.
He will be greatly missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Bill
Robert Wilson
April 28, 2020
Penny and family, Paula and I pray you are doing well. I have many positive memories of Russell. His ability to overcome obstacles was inspiring. We hope peace finds you.
Bill Boyd
April 28, 2020
My deepest sympathies go out to all of the Tuckel Family. I & my mom's family were all born and raised just down the road from the Tuckel farm. Stopped by the farm or seen him at McD's & talked to Russ often after he came back for treatments. Always teased him about selling me his P.U. after he decided to keep it. which gave him & I an excuse to stop & shoot the bull. We would talk about construction, Dirt Bikes and all of us riding on my Grandfather's rock quarry, etc.. He seemed to really enjoy the talks & would tell me stories about growing up bext door to my family & the stories about all of them & everybody in the neighborhood. I really enjoyed those talks. I will miss him. I had just asked Roger about him a week ago at the Feed store. Need anything, let me know. My heart truly goes out to all of you.
Bill Boyd
& Family
Donna Ketchum
April 28, 2020
Dear Penny & Elizabeth: I'm so sorry for the loss of your dear husband & father, Russell. I can only imagine what a difficult time this is for you both. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Steven L. George
April 28, 2020
To the Tuckel Family,
I am so sorry for your loss , please accept my deepest condolences. Russ was a great guy.
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