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Daniel D. Russo

  • April 30, 1926 - January 6, 2012
  • Brattleboro, Vermont
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“Debbie and family, This is Gwen (Donnette's mom.) I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my prayers. May God bless and keep you in...Read More » ”
1 of 8 | Posted by: Gwen Basinger - Portland, ME

“Danielle sorry to hear about your father passing,may he be in a better place/my condolences to the rest of your family as well ”
2 of 8 | Posted by: Barbara - n.springfield, VT

“we will never forget that danny was our friend and he really enjoyed our children as they were growing up. was fortunate enough to have horses with...Read More » ”
3 of 8 | Posted by: todd DuBois - biddeford, ME

“Goodbye my friend,I was proud to call you my friend in and out of the horse business.My deepest condolences to your family. ”
4 of 8 | Posted by: Rick Eastman - Brattleboro, VT

“Rest easy my friend. You had touched many lives. Now, you can only be held dear in our hearts. Rest easy Danny. ”
5 of 8 | Posted by: Susan Lapinski - West Springfield, MA

“My condolences to you all- Danny was such a big part of the racing business. I enjoy thinking back to the racing at Hinsdale and Rutland with him....Read More » ”
6 of 8 | Posted by: Sherry - Hillsboro, NH

“To the Russo Family, The end of an era. Danny I for one have known you for many many years you will be missed by a lot of people who grew up...Read More » ”
7 of 8 | Posted by: Andrea - Bratleboro, VT

“My prayers are with you Danielle, your dad was a very good and proud man.I will always remember our conversations in the Paddock at the Hinsdale...Read More » ”
8 of 8 | Posted by: Marc Sprague - Hinsdale, NH


Brattleboro- Daniel D. "Danny" Russo, 85, of Southern Avenue, a resident of Brattleboro for over 50 years died unexpectedly Friday night, January 6, 2012 at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital. Mr. Russo was born in Bloomfield, Connecticut on April 30, 1926 the son of Anthony and Philomena Guerino) Russo. He was raised and educated in Connecticut later proudly serving his country in the U.S. Navy during World War II where he was stationed in the European Theater of Operation. He worked most of his career as both a self-employed horse trainer at several racetracks in the tri state area and worked as a bartender for several establishments in the Brattleboro area that included Sportsman Lounge and at the former Colonial. For five years he owned and operated Alice's Restaurant then located on Elliot Street. He was a member of the V.F.W. Carl M. Dessaint Post #1034 and was a former member of the F.O. Eagles, Brattleboro Aerie #2445. In conjunction with his love for horses, he enjoyed spectator sports and was an avid Chicago Bears and New York Yankees fan. On February 23, 2002 in Brattleboro he was married to Debora J. Cook who survives. Besides his wife he leaves, one daughter, Danielle Russo and her fiancée' Gregory Ahoner of Hinsdale, two grandchildren, Samantha and Devin Clark, three step children, Kristina Cook and fiancé BJ Torres, Cassandra Whitten and Timothy Duff and partner Christina. Additionally he is survived by five step-grandchildren, a close family friend, Diane Beam and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers and a sister. In accordance with his final wishes there will be no formal funeral services. A celebration of life service and memorial gathering will take place on Saturday from 1 to 4 P.M. at the Hinsdale V.F.W., Main Street in Hinsdale. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name may be made to The Windham County Humane Society, P.O. Box 916, Brattleboro, Vermont 05302.