It’s a heartbreaking morning to report that Jack Russel has passed, just a month after announcing his retirement from touring. Jack touched so many people’s lives with his music, and was in my opinion one of the greatest voices in Rock and Roll. I feel privileged to have seen him on stage many times over the years, including three of those very last shows with Great White, and many other headline shows and Festival appearances. Jack was a wonderful guy if you were lucky enough to catch up with him or interview him and my heart breaks for family, friends and fans.
The family issued the following statement.
“8/15/2024. With tremendous sadness, we announce the loss of our beloved Jack Patrick Russell – father, husband, cousin, uncle, and friend. Jack passed peacefully in the presence of his wife Heather Ann Russell, son Matthew Hucko, cousin Naomi Breshears Barbor, and dear friends Billy and Cheryl Pawelcik. Details of a public memorial will be announced at a later date. Jack is loved and remembered for his sense of humor, exceptional zest for life, and unshakeable contribution to rock and roll where his legacy will forever thrive. His family asks for privacy at this time. At the request of Jack and his family, please refer to K. L. Doty at lemonsuckerstudios@gmail.com as a further point of contact on his behalf.”
Sail on Captain Jack. So many out there loved you.