It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Michael Joseph Russill on July 4th, 2023. Mike passed away with his family by his side after a 5-year battle with Cancer.

Mike was born on Sept 16th, 1944 to Vincent and Yvonne Russill in Toronto. Mike will be forever remembered by his loving wife and best friend, Karen, his son Jeff, his daughters Lindsay and Danielle, his children-in-law Michelle, Simon and Jeff and his grandchildren, Ardyn, Ellis, Evan, Quinn, Mabel and Harper. Mike also leaves behind his siblings Joan, David and the late Billy.

Mike and Karen met on the Toronto Island ferry and were married for 54 years. After living in Nova Scotia they moved to Oakville, the town where they would spend the rest of their life together.

Mike believed his family was his strength and he expressed unconditional love and support of them. He proudly had many wonderful friends who spanned many places including Toronto, Nova Scotia, Oakville, Florida, Muskoka and his many work endeavours.

Mike believed his and Karen's decision to buy a cottage was one of their best. They created a place for family and friends to gather, connect, love and laugh. He also loved spending his winters in Florida with Karen.

Mike graduated from Ryerson University with a business degree and a distinguished career in the oil and gas industry followed. Mike accepted the role of CEO and President of World Wildlife Fund Canada where he had the opportunity to fulfill his passion for travel. He also engaged in many executive coaching, consulting and board member roles.

A kind, generous, compassionate, humble and adventurous soul, Mike will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by the countless people he touched. His legacy is defined by how he was as a person, a husband and life partner to Karen, a father, a father-in-law, a grandpa, a friend, as well as a mentor in the roles he had during his successful career.

The family is deeply grateful for the loving care, efforts and kindness of the professional staff at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital and the Cancer Care Center.

Mike's celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lymphoma Cancer Research, Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital or the charity of your choice.