RUSSELL DAVID ETCHELLS

ETCHELLS, RUSSELL D., 90, of Coventry, passed away peacefully at the Hope Health Hospice in Providence, on Saturday, April 12, 2025. He was the former husband of Dolores M. (Alessandro) Etchells of Providence. Born in Providence, RI, he was a son of the late Elmer H. and Florence M. (Cardinal) Etchells.

After attending high school, Russell enlisted in the United States Army serving during the Korean War. After an honorable discharge, he went on to attend the Rhode Island School of Design in Providence. Russell established a reputable interior decorating business specializing in interior designing and decorating many area banks and colleges. Russell, along with his late brother Robert, established R & E Creations Inc., a jewelry design and manufacturing company. Russell found great enjoyment riding his Harley-Davidson Softail bike along with riding with his friends. He also liked Hot Rods and Custom Cars. He loved to listen to Jazz music. He was a dedicated New England Patriots fan.

Russell was the father of  Deborah M. Etchells of Warwick, and Shelley J. MacDonald and her husband Robert of Coventry. He was the grandfather of Russell P. Calligano and his wife Jenna of Cranston; and the great-grandfather of Mia and Domenic. Russell was the brother of the late Elmer H. Etchells II, Elsie G. Donley, Robert E. Etchells, and Lynn T. Etchells. Russell also leaves a sister-in-law Margaret Etchells of Wakefield. 

In accordance with Russell’s wishes, Committal prayers with Military Honors at the RI Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Exeter will be private. Memorial donations to the Gary Sinise Foundation (www.garysinisifoundation.org) would be appreciated. Arrangements are with the Iannotti Funeral Home at MAPLE ROOT in Coventry. iannottifh.com

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