Russell R. Dowding, age 61, suddenly, beloved husband for 38 years to Diana, nee Butler. Loving father of Anthony (Kathlynn) and Matthew. Cherished grandfather of Landen and Trace. Devoted son of Fay (nee Wuchitech) and the late Robert. Fond brother of Steven (Mary), Carolyn (Russell) Schmidt, and Lorraine (Derrick) Harris. Dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday, September 24, 2014 from 3-9 p.m. Funeral Service Thursday, September 25, 2014 10:00 a.m. at Colonial Chapel 15525 S. 73rd Ave. (155th/Wheeler Dr. & Harlem) Orland Park, IL. Interment Chapel Hill Gardens South, Oak Lawn, IL. Memorials to American Heart Association or American Diabetes Association preferred. Express your thoughts and condolences at colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400