I only knew Russ through his articles, but he seemed to live a full and rich life, and will be missed.

I have known Russ since our time together in California where I was in Strategic Planning at Stanford. I spoke with him a year or two ago when he visited Nashville and we spent much time discussing his move to a rural area of Texas. I grew up in Houston so I was familiar with the area of his new home. We were both Society members together and we chatted again at the annual meeting before Dallas. I will miss Russ and send my prayers and condolences to his family.

Russ was a good friend and the most optimistic person I've ever known. He only saw the good in people and situations, never carping about disappoinments or poor service. I can't think of anyone who can take on his work in writing newsletters and keeping all of us up-to-date on health care issues. He will surely be missed.

russ was a source of mine for 15 years ... and was the most dependable, knowledgeable and just-plain "good guy" expert you could hope for. he'll be missed by the entire healthcare publishing industry.

Russ and I go back to graduate school at George Washington U in 1965. I've witnessed his career with pride and admiration, having last been with him for the fine and courageous presentation that he made to the Indiana Hospital & Health Association in Sept 2004. My heartfelt thoughts go out to Russ's family.