FORD, Russell Lee -- Age 75, of Bonita Springs, FL and Linden, died August 14, 2009 at Genesys Hospice Care Center. Private services will be held. Those desiring may make contributions to Genesys Hospice. Mr. Ford was born November 28, 1933 in Jacksboro, TN. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and retired from Ford Motor Company. Surviving are: daughter Jody and husband Patrick Dowd of Milford; three grandchildren, Lindsay of Milford, Kelli of New Orleans, LA, and Kris of Ferndale. He was preceded in death by his wife Katherine "Jean" in 2008 and son Mark in 1984. Tributes and condolences may be shared at the obituaries page at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.