Russell Brent Downey
December 3, 1933 — July 8, 2012
Russell Brent Downey, age 78 of Springville passed away Sunday, July 8, 2012. He was born December 9, 1933 in Santaquin, Utah to Dennis Lundholm Downey and Doras Shepherd Downey. He married Anna Mae Robinson on October 6, 1968 and was later sealed in the Manti Temple August 12, 2003.
Russ served in the Korean & Vietnam War. He was an excellent husband, father and grandfather. He loved his family so much. He enjoyed building things and helping anyone who needed his help. Russell worked at Geneva Steel for 29 years.
Russ is survived by his wife, Anna Mae and his seven children: Brett (Melony) Downey of Springville; Linda (Ross) Warner of Fillmore; Greg (Linda) Robinson of Nephi; James (Debi) Robinson of Mapleton; Cindy (Jerry) Bird of Oregon; Rusty Downey & Leslie Downey; 13 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 14, 2012 at 11 a.m. in the Springcreek 6th Ward Chapel at 860 E. 200 N. in Springville. Friend and family may call Saturday from 9:30 to 10:45 prior to the services. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery with military rites by the American Legion.