We Remember
RUSSO, Geno
November 17, 1988 — January 23, 2026
The family of Geno Russo is deeply saddened to announce the news of his sudden passing on January 23, 2026, at the age of 37.
He leaves behind his son Sean Russo; parents Orlando and Wendy Russo; brothers Michael (Courtney) Margeson and Ray (Kim) Russo; sister Misty Russo; nieces Jaedyn, Aubrie and Athena; nephew Jarrett; and Nana Ida Russo. Mourning with them are aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends too numerous to mention; especially Sean’s mother Cerise Ratte and members of the Musqueam Band who share a bond of family and community that cannot be broken – including his five siblings Sean, Nicholas, Suzanne, Nicole and William. He was predeceased by his 1st mother, Linda Grant.
We pray that, as he embarks upon this new journey, he is embraced in the loving arms of those who have gone ahead. We rest assured that his Nono Guerino Russo, his maternal grandparents, and all his ancestors are waiting for him.
Geno was a kind and generous soul who welcomed strangers like they were old friends, and treated friends like dearest family. He took everyone into his heart and home; shared everything he had without hesitation.
Geno’s passion was food. A cook by trade, but also cooking for friends and family at every opportunity. He shared his passion with Sean, passing on his skills and sharing endless happy hours in the kitchen. Sean was his whole world.
A traditional First Nations service, officiated by Elder Randy Swanson, will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 4:00 pm (PST), at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC.
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Service
Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 4:00 pm (PST)
Location
Springfield Funeral Home

