Russell Alan FrenchMr. Russell Alan French age 62, of Jacksonville passed away Thursday, June 23, 2011 at Community Hospice, Bailey Center in St. Augustine. Mr. French was born on July 10, 1948 in Exeter, New Hampshire to the late Willis Clarence French, Sr. and Ernestine Eleanor Wilbur French. He moved to Jacksonville in 1980 from Raymond, New Hampshire and was retired from the steel industry. Mr. French served in the United States Navy and enjoyed working and fishing. Survivors are his siblings: Willis French, Jr.; Harriett Wallace; Alberta Howe; Lewis French; Pauline Worrel; Hope Dow; Diane French; Sharon Kelly; and Barbara. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Private memorial services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by HELM-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES 904-284-9696. On-line condolences may be left at www.helmgallagherfh.com. hide