Russell Alan Selkirk

1953 ∼ 2024

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Russell “Russ” Selkirk passed away on January 14, 2024 in Beaumont, TX. He was 70 years old. Russ was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother.

A visitation will be held on Friday, January 26, 2024 starting at 3:00 pm with a memorial celebrating his life following at 4:00 pm at Melancon Levingston Funeral Home in Groves, TX. An additional memorial will be held at a later date at Lake Sacandaga in New York.

Russell was born on June 13, 1953 in Philadelphia, PA to his parents, Robert and Shirley Selkirk. He was raised in Cobleskill, NY where he cherished growing up with his siblings. Russ settled in the area in the mid 1970's eventually becoming a long time resident of Port Neches, TX. He started his career at Neches Butane and Gulf as an operator where he retired from Valero in the late 2000's.

Russell was an avid Houston Astros fan. He also loved high school football and especially enjoyed supporting PN-G. Russell stayed busy with the many hobbies he had. He had a passion for hot rods and dedicated his time into restoring many of them over the years. He also enjoyed gardening and working on small projects around the house. When he wasn't outside, he could often be found in the kitchen creating one of his unique recipes. Russell spent his leisure time watching Jeopardy every day and never missed an episode.

Russell is preceded in death by his parents and daughter in law, Susan “Suz” Selkirk.

He is survived by his devoted wife of forty-six years, Sheila Selkirk of Port Neches, TX; two sons, Russell Selkirk Jr. of East Norriton, PA and Scott Selkirk, his wife Danica and his beloved grandson, Orion of Port Neches, TX; his sister Barbara Howe and her husband James of Cape Coral, FL; his brothers John Selkirk and wife Terri of Cobleskill, NY; Douglas Selkirk and wife Linda of Sevierville, TN; and sister-in-law and brother-in-law Sandra and Buddy Spivey of Port Neches, TX. He leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews and a wide circle of friends. He was a master of many talents and his creative spirit will be missed.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to an organization of your choice.

Condolences

Joe & Laurie Graffagnino January 26, 2024

Russell was such a kind and soft spoken neighbor, always waving & stopping to talk and visit when he was walking his dog. We enjoyed our visits with him and are so heartbroken he got sick. He is missed already. Prayers for his wife, Sheila, and children and family. May he rest in peace, free from sickness and pain. Sincerely, Joe & Laurie Graffagnino

Jimi January 25, 2024

Russ Our hearts are filled with memories You touched so many Even though you would argue the point You touched so many With a spirit that shined through the darkness You touched so many Providing a family unity You touched so many Forever mindful of your convictions You touched so many Traveling to reunions thru the pain You touched so many Creating your epicurean delights You touched so many Forging a piece of metal from a blank You touched so many Loving family and friends with a naïveté You touched so many Folding those you loved into your arms You touched so many As you forged and paved the way in this life You touched so many May we reunite on your heavenly journey For you touched so many

John,Terri,Robert,Nik & Ruby January 23, 2024

John,Terri,Robert,Nik & Ruby has purchased Love Lives On Spray for Russell Selkirk

Barbe January 20, 2024

Russ was my first friend in life. We had so many interesting and fun things we shared over the years - too numerous to write: From him showing me how to write on the wallpaper with crayons, sledding down high school hill until our feet were blue, Christmas morning joy, swimming endlessly when the weather allowed, playing with our neighborhood lifelong friends, tackling teenage angst, thru the years until we started separate lives and had our own babies. We loved our nieces and nephews as our own. He was always happy to be with his family. He is pain free in Heaven with those that have passed ahead of us. I will look for you when my time comes, Russ. Love you always.

Doug Selkirk January 19, 2024

Russ is my oldest brother. We were six years apart in age, which was a huge age difference growing up. When I was four or five, he was ten or eleven. Most older brothers would consider it a burden having such a younger brother, but Russ always treated me as an equal, making me feel so much older than I was. Even when I played with his possessions (he was an expert at building anything, including models), I would inadvertently break or destroy something. He never yelled at me or disrespected me. As I got older, he always included me even though it was an uncool thing to do. He took me to my first drag race, snuck me into my first R-rated movie, and when he worked and lived in Schenectady, he would let me stay with him for a few days at a time. We spent countless hours watching trains and walking the train tracks (we could do that back then!) and exploring countless backroads just to see where they went. My favorite destinations were in the North Blenheim/Gilboa/Summit area. His mechanical interests rubbed off on both my brother John and I, and we both grew up working on all things mechanical, and our careers followed that path as well. When he left for Texas, I was disappointed in how far away he was, but he struck gold there when he met Sheila. From that moment on, I realized he had made the right decision. As we got older, our time together was infrequent, but I cherished every moment I got to spend with him. Russ is a little over six feet tall, but in my eyes, he is ten feet tall. He is a loving brother that I have nothing but the most cherished memories of. He will always live on in my heart and I look forward to seeing him again someday. I love you, big brother! -Doug-

Bambi Hanson January 19, 2024

I had the great pleasure of growing up across the street from Russ & all the Selkirk kids, on Washington Avenue in Cobleskill, NY. This was the 1960's! We spent every waking moment playing outside. The Selkirks had a huge gravel lot on the back of their property. Every Summer evening, the Selkirk and Hanson kids plus any others, brave enough to join in, would have some serious kickball games going on. More often than not, the games would end for the evening, because of a heated debate whether Chips Hanson was SAFE or OUT! Or if Doug Selkirk's ball was a FOUL or NOT! We all just loved playing kick ball so much. By the next night, we'd be out there again, ready to kick the ball and run the bases. Everyone hot & sweaty. Our lives as kids were lived outdoors on those Summer days & evenings. Hide and seek @ night, by the light of the street lights. Bicycles and kick balls by day. Running, pedaling, laughing & screaming! (and sometimes crying) Thank you Russ for always being a great team player. Even though we were were always on opposite teams! You're loved and missed by so many! Praying for comfort, for all of your family and friends.

Lee & Junella Poulter January 18, 2024

Will miss seeing him walking our neighborhood. Would see him faithfully walk his dog everyday (before his dog passed) and he would always offer a friendly hello/wave.

Mark & Beryl Miller January 18, 2024

Sheila, Scott and family, Sending our prayers and condolences to you all. Sincerely,

event Visitation

location_on 5601 39th Street, Groves, 77619

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schedule Friday, January 26, 2024 at 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

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