Joseph Russo

July 21, 1959 - February 24, 2020

Joseph Russo, 60, Elkhart, died 7:50 a.m. Monday, Feb. 24, 2020 at Golden Living Center. He was born July 21, 1959 in Elkhart, to Anthony & Judy (Denekas) Russo. Surviving are his mother, Judy Russo and companion, David Wagner, Elkhart, step-mother, Brenda Russo, Elkhart, sister, Maria (Mike) Pendley, Bristol, brothers, Tony Russo, Elkhart & John Russo, Bristol, nieces & nephews, Adam (Jen) Pendley, Eric (Michelle) Pendley, Ryan (Chelsea) Russo, Aaron Russo, Adria Russo & Chase (Ann) Healey, step-brothers, Jim (Cris) Rinehart & Chuck (Cris) Rinehart. Preceding him in death is his father. Joey was a graduate of Elkhart Memorial High School. He had a sweet soul, loved his family and touched many hearts. His smile was contagious. Joey was a talented guitar player, was in several bands and taught guitar lessons. He loved listening to music and playing sports with the neighborhood gang. He had many childhood friends that thought the world of him. During his last year, his sister, Maria, helped care for him. Visitation will be 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. with the service following at 1 p.m., Saturday, March 7, 2020 at Granger Community Church, Elkhart Campus, 2701 E. Bristol St., Elkhart. His nephew, Eric Pendley will be in charge of the memorial service. Private burial will be at St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery, Elkhart. Memorial donations may be directed to the Center for Hospice Care, Elkhart. Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, is handling arrangements and online condolences may be sent at www.rrefh.com