I remember Jerry’s dedication to ACA Education going back to the time when Linda was an active ACA Certified Instructor. After he joined the faculty, I had the pleasure of teaching several legal compliance seminars with Jerry over the years. He was a highly engaging instructor because he always had a story that would illustrate even the most esoteric and abstracts concepts which helped our students relate to the material on a personal level. Anyone could tell that Jerry loved what he did in his career. He was a role model for many of us who were coming up in the industry. He was also one of the most genuinely nice people I have ever met. My condolences to the family—I hope your memories will serve to support you as you grieve, and your own stories that you share with family will bring happiness.

My deepest sympathies to the Russell family. It was an honor and a pleasure to work with Jerry (and the many other members of the family at CCI). Jerry was always very kind to me and spoke very highly of his love for Linda and the rest of the family. Although he retired many years ago, I have always treasured the time I got to work with Jerry and the many laughs we shared as we worked our way through some interesting legal and industry challenges. 

My friend, I wish you many blessings and my thoughts and prays are with your family in their hours of grief and sadness. I hope they all can find some peace and comfort knowing that you, Jerry, may not be with us, but you will always be in our memories.

He taught me the joy of doing for others. Anonymously, quietly, without fanfare.