Russ Meredith

1897–1989 (age 92)

Biography

Russ Meredith lived a long and full life spanning nearly a century of American history. From the turn of the twentieth century through the late twentieth century, his life encompassed tremendous social, technological, and cultural change.

Meredith's memory is cherished by those who knew him and by his community. His long life represents the resilience and character of a generation that witnessed the transformation of modern America.

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