Benjamin J. Russell

Benjamin J. Russell, 42, passed away suddenly on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. He was the beloved husband of Andrea (Weisman) Russell. Born in Burlington, VT, a cherished son of Wesley and Paullette (LaCourse) Russell, he had lived in Seekonk for almost 11 years, previously living in Charlotte, VT. He was a wireless architect for Techinum Inc. for the last 2 years, he previously served as the Director of Technology for the East Providence School Department. Benjamin was a dedicated member of Temple Habonim.

He is survived by his wife, Andrea and his parents, Wesley and Paullette. He was “superdad” to Steven and Eliana. A dear brother of Christopher Russell and his wife Maryann of Shelburne, VT, Laura Rice and her husband Dean of Charlotte, VT. He was a devoted son-in-law to Robert and Vicki Weisman of East Greenwich and a dear brother-in-law to Carolyn Weisman of Brookline, MA. He was a cherished uncle to several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Brian Russell.

Funeral services will be held Friday, September 6, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in SHALOM MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1100 New London Ave., Cranston. Shiva will be held Saturday, September 7, 2024, from 7:30 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. at 105 Fry Brook Drive, East Greenwich, RI. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the SAE Foundation, 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096 US.