Russell was adopted by Jocelyn and Frank @ 5 months of age. Had recently (as of Jan 2001) found his birth family among the Tahltan people of Northwestern BC. Jocelyn says "it was a joyous occasion". Unfortunately, he died in 2004 of a heart attack.
NEY, Russell Fabian Jay Wednesday, 10 Nov 2004 Victoria News Victoria
NEY-Russell Fabian Jay, age 38, passed away in his home in Port Alberni on November 10, 2004. Of Tahltan and Kaska ancestry, and a member of the Crow Clan, Russell was born on March 24, 1966 in Watson Lake, Yukon, and originally lived in Lower Post, BC.
Russell was beloved husband of Jennifer Lehner, father of Tyler and Nina, son of Jessie Tibbett and Fred McMillan, and brother of Patti, Roma, Pamela, Yvonne, Ian(deceased), Tim, Melvin, and Marilyn, adopted son of Jocelyn Floyer and Frank Ney(deceased), and brother of Monique, Tam, Peter, Michele, Todd, Nicola, Brad, Maria, Tara and Frank Jr.
Russell grew up in Nanaimo and soon became a fixture at hockey rinks, on the ski slopes of Green Mountain, and in bathtub races. With his outgoing sense of humour and enthusiastic personality, Russell attended Cilaire, Woodlands, and Chemainus Native College, before turning to his passionate choice of occupation: heavy duty equipment operator; he was also never far from a video camera, and was known for his “Ney TV” productions. With genuine warmth and exuberance, Russell came to embrace his life in two traditions; he came to terms with his own history; and he came to understand how he uniquely embodied both the pain and hope of his two cultures. His life now represents the example of how people can come together as one family, and thus he leaves a legacy of peace and understanding. The lives lived by those closest to him are a testament to his lasting influence. Russell will be missed, but the large smile that touched so many and symbolized so much will not be forgotten.
A Funeral Service will be on Saturday, November 20, 2004 at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 100 Chapel St. Nanaimo at 11am. Reception to follow. A time of visitation and viewing will take place from 7-9pm on Friday, November 19 at First Memorial Funeral Home, 1720 Bowen Road, Nanaimo. First Memorial Funeral Services 754-8333
Reference
https://www.google.ca/amp/s/www.oakbaynews.com/news/sculpture-donation-a-tribute-to-beloved-son/amp/
NEY, Russell Fabian Jay Wednesday, 10 Nov 2004 Victoria News Victoria
NEY-Russell Fabian Jay, age 38, passed away in his home in Port Alberni on November 10, 2004. Of Tahltan and Kaska ancestry, and a member of the Crow Clan, Russell was born on March 24, 1966 in Watson Lake, Yukon, and originally lived in Lower Post, BC.
Russell was beloved husband of Jennifer Lehner, father of Tyler and Nina, son of Jessie Tibbett and Fred McMillan, and brother of Patti, Roma, Pamela, Yvonne, Ian(deceased), Tim, Melvin, and Marilyn, adopted son of Jocelyn Floyer and Frank Ney(deceased), and brother of Monique, Tam, Peter, Michele, Todd, Nicola, Brad, Maria, Tara and Frank Jr.
Russell grew up in Nanaimo and soon became a fixture at hockey rinks, on the ski slopes of Green Mountain, and in bathtub races. With his outgoing sense of humour and enthusiastic personality, Russell attended Cilaire, Woodlands, and Chemainus Native College, before turning to his passionate choice of occupation: heavy duty equipment operator; he was also never far from a video camera, and was known for his “Ney TV” productions. With genuine warmth and exuberance, Russell came to embrace his life in two traditions; he came to terms with his own history; and he came to understand how he uniquely embodied both the pain and hope of his two cultures. His life now represents the example of how people can come together as one family, and thus he leaves a legacy of peace and understanding. The lives lived by those closest to him are a testament to his lasting influence. Russell will be missed, but the large smile that touched so many and symbolized so much will not be forgotten.
A Funeral Service will be on Saturday, November 20, 2004 at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 100 Chapel St. Nanaimo at 11am. Reception to follow. A time of visitation and viewing will take place from 7-9pm on Friday, November 19 at First Memorial Funeral Home, 1720 Bowen Road, Nanaimo. First Memorial Funeral Services 754-8333
Reference
https://www.google.ca/amp/s/www.oakbaynews.com/news/sculpture-donation-a-tribute-to-beloved-son/amp/
Russell was adopted by Jocelyn and Frank @ 5 months of age. Had recently (as of Jan 2001) found his birth family among the Tahltan people of Northwestern BC. Jocelyn says "it was a joyous occasion". Unfortunately, he died in 2004 of a heart attack.
NEY, Russell Fabian Jay Wednesday, 10 Nov 2004 Victoria News Victoria
NEY-Russell Fabian Jay, age 38, passed away in his home in Port Alberni on November 10, 2004. Of Tahltan and Kaska ancestry, and a member of the Crow Clan, Russell was born on March 24, 1966 in Watson Lake, Yukon, and originally lived in Lower Post, BC.
Russell was beloved husband of Jennifer Lehner, father of Tyler and Nina, son of Jessie Tibbett and Fred McMillan, and brother of Patti, Roma, Pamela, Yvonne, Ian(deceased), Tim, Melvin, and Marilyn, adopted son of Jocelyn Floyer and Frank Ney(deceased), and brother of Monique, Tam, Peter, Michele, Todd, Nicola, Brad, Maria, Tara and Frank Jr.
Russell grew up in Nanaimo and soon became a fixture at hockey rinks, on the ski slopes of Green Mountain, and in bathtub races. With his outgoing sense of humour and enthusiastic personality, Russell attended Cilaire, Woodlands, and Chemainus Native College, before turning to his passionate choice of occupation: heavy duty equipment operator; he was also never far from a video camera, and was known for his “Ney TV” productions. With genuine warmth and exuberance, Russell came to embrace his life in two traditions; he came to terms with his own history; and he came to understand how he uniquely embodied both the pain and hope of his two cultures. His life now represents the example of how people can come together as one family, and thus he leaves a legacy of peace and understanding. The lives lived by those closest to him are a testament to his lasting influence. Russell will be missed, but the large smile that touched so many and symbolized so much will not be forgotten.
A Funeral Service will be on Saturday, November 20, 2004 at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 100 Chapel St. Nanaimo at 11am. Reception to follow. A time of visitation and viewing will take place from 7-9pm on Friday, November 19 at First Memorial Funeral Home, 1720 Bowen Road, Nanaimo. First Memorial Funeral Services 754-8333
Reference
https://www.google.ca/amp/s/www.oakbaynews.com/news/sculpture-donation-a-tribute-to-beloved-son/amp/
NEY, Russell Fabian Jay Wednesday, 10 Nov 2004 Victoria News Victoria
NEY-Russell Fabian Jay, age 38, passed away in his home in Port Alberni on November 10, 2004. Of Tahltan and Kaska ancestry, and a member of the Crow Clan, Russell was born on March 24, 1966 in Watson Lake, Yukon, and originally lived in Lower Post, BC.
Russell was beloved husband of Jennifer Lehner, father of Tyler and Nina, son of Jessie Tibbett and Fred McMillan, and brother of Patti, Roma, Pamela, Yvonne, Ian(deceased), Tim, Melvin, and Marilyn, adopted son of Jocelyn Floyer and Frank Ney(deceased), and brother of Monique, Tam, Peter, Michele, Todd, Nicola, Brad, Maria, Tara and Frank Jr.
Russell grew up in Nanaimo and soon became a fixture at hockey rinks, on the ski slopes of Green Mountain, and in bathtub races. With his outgoing sense of humour and enthusiastic personality, Russell attended Cilaire, Woodlands, and Chemainus Native College, before turning to his passionate choice of occupation: heavy duty equipment operator; he was also never far from a video camera, and was known for his “Ney TV” productions. With genuine warmth and exuberance, Russell came to embrace his life in two traditions; he came to terms with his own history; and he came to understand how he uniquely embodied both the pain and hope of his two cultures. His life now represents the example of how people can come together as one family, and thus he leaves a legacy of peace and understanding. The lives lived by those closest to him are a testament to his lasting influence. Russell will be missed, but the large smile that touched so many and symbolized so much will not be forgotten.
A Funeral Service will be on Saturday, November 20, 2004 at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 100 Chapel St. Nanaimo at 11am. Reception to follow. A time of visitation and viewing will take place from 7-9pm on Friday, November 19 at First Memorial Funeral Home, 1720 Bowen Road, Nanaimo. First Memorial Funeral Services 754-8333
Reference
https://www.google.ca/amp/s/www.oakbaynews.com/news/sculpture-donation-a-tribute-to-beloved-son/amp/
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