Russell Carroll Downing, Jr.

Russell Carroll Downing Jr., age 49, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, February 3,2016, residence Rimmon Street, Manchester. Husband of Lisa Downing. Russell was born on December 27, 1966 in Derry N.H. to his parents, Russell and Helen Downing.

Russell graduated from Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School in 1985 and majored in Culinary Arts. He loved to cook and experience new foods, and loved watching the Food Network Channel.

Besides his wife and mother, survivors include two sons; Jason and his wife, Jessica Downing, Matthew and his wife Trina Downing. Six grandchildren; Abigail Burrell, Makayla Downing, Zachary Downing, Holli Downing, Markus Downing, and Joshua Downing.

Calling hours respectfully omitted. Graveside service on Monday, February 8th at 10:30 a.m. in the Main Street Cemetery, Rowley.