Russell Lee Mann, husband of Arlene Mann, passed to our Lord on December 27, 2023, at the age of 93, in Miles City, Montana. Born to Susie Jane and Robert Lee Mann in Miles City, on November 18, 1930. He was raised on the family homestead in Spring Creek (Powderville), Montana. He graduated from Custer County High School, attended the community college in Miles City, and then joined the U.S. Navy where he served on a submarine based out of San Diego.
During his time in the Navy, he married Shirley Hagler. After being discharged, they moved to Kinsey, Montana where they farmed. Though he continued farming, Russell and Shirley moved to Miles City where he kept an office as he sold, then managed, insurance for Farmers Union Insurance, after earning life insurance underwriter’s certifications and financial planning endorsements.
Shirley Hagler Mann passed in 1978, and he married Myrna Thieven in 1980. Myrna Thieven Mann passed in 1984.
In 1986, Russ married Arlene Ingraham. Russell and Arlene continued their lives in Miles City, active in many community and church organizations. Russell, at times, was an active member, and often a leader or board member of organizations such as 4H, Toast Masters, Rotary, Kiwanis, Methodist Church, and the American Legion. In retirement he volunteered weekly at the VA and liked to fish, hunt, travel, and attend family sports and events.
He was very loyal to his family, being helpful and supportive through many challenges and celebrations. Russ was an integral part of the Ingraham family in Miles City, enjoying step grandchildren, and eventually great grandchildren’s games, events and their involvement in his activities.
Russell was preceded in death by his parents; siblings Harold, Viola (Marie), Ethel, Edward and Larry; and former wives Shirley and Myrna.
He leaves behind a loving family including his wife Arlene; daughters Cheryl (Larry) Schweigert and Leah (Mike) Donovan; granddaughter Alaina (John) Michunovich; grandsons Blake (Melody) Schweigert, Ty Schweigert, and Joe (Bailey) Donovan; Stepchildren Marlene Watt, Dean (Kathie) Ingraham, and Bruce (Cindy) Ingraham; step grandchildren Jeremy (Sammy) Watt, Tim (Kachmir) Watt, Kelli McMorris, Jamie Flowers, Erica (Chief Warrant Officer Nathan) Armendaris, Tiffany Ingraham, Douglas (Caleb) Ingraham, Marc (Ashley) Ingraham; 17 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made in Russ’s name to The First United Methodist Church of Miles City, the Range Riders, or a charity of one’s choice.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 15, 2024, at First United Methodist Church in Miles City. Interment with full Military Honors will follow at the family lot in Custer County Cemetery.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday March 15, 2024
First United Methodist Church
24 N. 11th St.
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
Immediately following the Memorial Service
Friday March 15, 2024
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday March 15, 2024
First United Methodist Church
24 N. 11th St.
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
Immediately following the Memorial Service
Friday March 15, 2024
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Deb Schmeling says
Dear Cousin’s,
I was very sad when I got a message telling me Russell had passed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God wrap His loving arms around each one of you.🤗🤗🤗❤❤❤
Deb Schmeling
Mary Notbohm says
Arlene and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Russ passing away. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Chuck &Mary
Rita says
Aunt Arlene, Thinking of you, so sorry for the loss of Russell. Prayers
Ken and Joyce Holmlund says
Arlene and family, Ken and I are sending our condolences! My God be with you all at this time of loss!
Fern Carey Griggs says
Thinking of Arlene and all Russell’s family at this sad time. A lot of good Kinsey times we all had! Take care….Fern Carey Griggs
Burl Mulkey says
sorry for your loss Aunt Arlene
Eileen Entzel says
We are so sorry to hear about Russell Our thoughts and prayers are with you Arlene and family
Pam Nisley says
My daddy’s dear cousin/brother…
These boys grew up very close, a tight bond!
Our prayers for comfort, and peace in the days and weeks ahead!
Our love to all,
Pam Moths Nisley
MARTHA J CRANDALL says
My sympathy
Denise Harvey says
Our family sends all our thoughts and prayers as you celebrate Russ and your treasured memories.
Thank you for sharing him with our community!
Denise and Jay Harvey and Ruben Oberlander
Cindy & Allen Kelm says
So very sorry to hear of the passing of Russ. Comfort & prayers for all his family.
Kaylee and Matt Kleinsasser says
Arlene and Family-
Russ always had a smile and was a pleasure to be around! He will be missed. Sending love and prayers.
Ginger Huckins says
I’m sorry for the loss of Russ. Prayers to all the family.
Sandy and Ric Rabe says
Arlene, Ric and I are so sorry to hear of Russel’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless
Kyle & Gail Shaw says
So sorry to read that Russ passed away. He was such a nice man. He will be missed by many. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom Clarke says
I am so sorry to learn of Russell’s passing, Arlene and family. We go way back to his Kinsey farm and Farmers Union Insurance Agent days, as well as activities in the Methodist Church. I was surprised to learn he was 93 as he was much younger in heart and spirit.
Barbara and Stacie Hirsch says
Arlene, so very sorry to hear about rush if you need anything just holler. He will be greatly missed by a lot of people. Sincerely Barb and Stacie Hirsch.
JIM LEIDHOLT says
I will always remember Russell’s time with me at the VA move exercise program. My prayers are with you all. I remember Arlene from my high school days. Sincerely Jim Leidholt
Pam Rogge says
Arlene and family,
I am so sorry to hear that Russ has passed. You are in my thoughts and prayers and hope you will be comforted by precious memories.
Ron and Connie Watts says
Thanks so much Russ for bringing me into the Farmers Union Insurance family over 33 years ago. You were always a great mentor and friend.
Myrna and Mike Higgins says
Aunt Arlene and family thinking of you and praying peace and comfort as only our Lord and Savior can give. A life-time of memories as we a part of your family grieve with you and for you.
Beth Ann Wiedeman says
Sending prayers to Russ’s family. May your memories help heal your hearts.
Sandy Olson says
Arlene and Family…I am so thankful for your many years with Uncle Russ. You took such good care of each other and created many memories for you to cherish!
Thinking about you and family during this difficult time. Praying for your comfort
Linda Hodgson says
Arlene and family, so sorry to hear of Russ’s passing. Sending prayers.
Sandy McFarland Hays says
Sending prayers and condolences to you Arlene and all of your family. Enjoyed working on the Housing Board with Russ. Cherish your memories.
Diana Elwood says
I am so sorry for your loss, Russ was a really nice guy, I have many fond memories of him. God bless.
Rick & Dee Abbott says
So sad for your loss. Sending our sincere condolences and prayers for your comfort and peace.
Scott & Voni Tally says
We are sorry to hear of Russ passing. Russ was a good guy! Prayers for your family!
Scott & Voni Tally
Tom and Lillian Ostendorf says
Arlene and family. We were sad to learn of Russell’s passing. I will miss the visits about the old home place and growing up on Spring Creek. Our sincere condolences. He was a special person.
Tom and Lillian
Deb and Bob Hagemeister says
Arlene and families. So sorry to hear of Russ’ passing. He was a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Deb and Bob
Ed and Becky Gergen says
We are sorry to hear that Russ passed on.
Bill Moths says
Cheryl, Leah, Arlene and Families. So sorry to hear of Cousin Russell’s passing. Like my sister Pam said, he was more than a cousin to our Dad, much more like brothers. From the stories I’ve heard I think Russell kept my dad in line and know he had a lot of respect for Russell. I have many fond memories of the family get togethers. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shirley Lund says
Arlene & family, my sincere sympathy in Russ’ passing. He was a valued & loved member of our Methodist family. Russ will be remembered as a kind & gentle man always with a smile for everyone,
Dolores Meidinger Willson says
Arlene, the Mann family and the Ingraham family,
I’m so very sorry for the loss of Russell. He lived a full and great life and will be missed by many. May your many memories comfort you in the days to come. My sincere sympathy to all.
Dotty Watts says
Dear Arlene, I am so sorry to hear of Russell’s passing. Cherish your memories.
Deb Wacker says
Russ was our good friend from our early Farmers Union days. We had a lot of fun times. May he rest in peace. Deb Wacker
Janet (Benge) Ek says
As I think of my Uncle Russell and all the many memories over the years both at the farm (Kinsey) and in town (Miles City}. I always see him in my mind with his sweet, sweet smile. I also loved when he got a chuckle out of something. Luckily when I visited him and Arlene in the summer of 2022, I got to see that smile and hear that chuckle. Cheryl and Leah, please know that while I cannot be there in person, I will definitely be there with you in spirit and send my love. I send my condolences to the entire family. Janet (Benge) Ek
lori campbell says
Prayers going out for the family, may Russ rest in peace.🙏🙏🙏🙏
Karson and Marie Farnum Kluver says
Russ was a good friend and neighbor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
carol watts says
Love and prayers to all
Sherri Corey Hoffman says
I loved Uncle Russ. My prayers are with you.
Les Espeland says
So sorry for the loss of Uncle Russell, one of the best men I have ever known. He is prominent in many good memories of Kinsey.
verna Dupuis says
Dear Arlene, Chery and Lea and families
When we loose a life in our family it leaves such an empty hole. Russ was our families saving grace is so many
ways. He will be missed terribly. My dads sibling was the best . The memories are all so fond when Uncle Russ would
come to visit I will hold them close the rest of my life.