Russell J. Harley, Jr.

Russell J. Harley, Jr., 65, of Summit Station, passed away Friday, May 23rd, at Edenbrook of Greenwood Hill, Pottsville.

Born in Bristol, PA on September 26, 1959, he was the son of the late Elizabeth (Davis) and Russell J. Harley, Sr.

Married 49 years, he was the husband of Karen C. (Fessler) Harley. They would have celebrated their 50th anniversary on October 4th .

Russell attended Blue Mountain High School.

He worked as a general contractor alongside his father for many years.

He loved listening to music, favorite being rock-and-roll. He loved the outdoors and spending time with his grandchildren.

In addition to his wife, Russell is survived by a son, Dan Harley, of Summit Station; four daughters: April Harley, of Summit Station; Joanne Harley, of Seltzer; Christy Harley, of Summit Station; and grandchildren: Jocelyn Whitecavage, Maxx Wessner, Maelee Stamm, Jaxson Schrader, & Novah Aungst. He is also survived by two brothers: Ed Harley, husband of Connie, of Woodbury Heights, New Jersey; Ron Harley, of Bath, PA; a sister, Florence, wife of Earl Bitzer, of Middleport, PA; and several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by the family pets, Cooper and Buddah.

In addition to his parents, Russell is preceded in death by a sister, Linda Harley and a baby brother, Timmy Harley.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Red Creek Wildlife Center, Inc. 300 Moon Hill Drive Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972.

Services and interment will be held privately at the convenience of the family.