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Russell Bittner was a force of nature to all who knew him. The power of his personality was impactful among his inner circle, but also to anyone who happened to encounter him along his journey. Where he went he left an impression.
Richard Russell Bittner, known to his friends and family as “Russell,” passed away on January 23, 2025, age 74, in New York City. He is survived by his two children, Chris and Alex, …
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Fifty years ago, we met in Perugia, where we were both studying Italian at the Università per gli stranieri. He was bri…
Fifty years ago, we met in Perugia, where we were both studying Italian at the Università per gli s…
Fifty years ago, we met in Perugia, where we were both studying …
We knew Russell through waves of decades. 'Good food. Good talks. Good sleeps.'
He was dear. He was a challenge. We miss…
We knew Russell through waves of decades. 'Good food. Good talks. Good sleeps.'
He was dear. He was …
We knew Russell through waves of decades. 'Good food. Good talks…