Cordell George Russeau, 69, died Sunday, November 30, 2020, after a long battle with cancer.

He was born to George and Effie (Coleman) Russeau on June 8, 1951, in Rice Lake where he grew up and graduated from Rice Lake High School. After graduation, he served with the US Army during the Vietnam War.

His passion for riding Harley-Davidson motorcycles and buying and selling cars is well known, as is his generous and giving nature. Cordell loved bowling, playing dart ball, going to the races, playing bingo, shopping garage sales, and visiting family and friends.  He had a quick smile, a great sense of humor, and a warm heart which made him fast and lasting friends wherever he traveled.

Cordell was preceded in death by his parents, George and Effie, sister, Joyce, son Arthur Truitt, a great-grandson, Harley, and life-partner, Nancy.  He is survived by his children: Scott Truitt, Cammi (Hesson) Braden, Tara Russeau, all of Rice Lake; 10 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; other relatives, and many friends.

A visitation and time to say goodbye will be held at the Skinner Funeral Home in Rice Lake from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 12, 2020, with full military honors to follow.

Last Update: Dec 02, 2020 4:18 pm CST