Russell Ediger
Obituary
Russell Evan Ediger, 53, of Overland
Park, passed away on Nov. 9, 2018, at Shawnee Mission Medical Center.
Russ attended schools in Peabody. He graduated from Newton High
School in 1983 and with honors from the University of Kansas in
graphic arts.
A talented writer and artist, Russ
retired early from Hallmark Cards after contributing to the creation
of several books and so many greeting cards.
Russ was preceded in death by his
parents, H. Milford and Donna D. Ediger.
He is survived by his husband of 25
years, Jorge Menendez, and stepson, George Menendez; sisters, Rebecca
Ediger and Melinda Lang (Steven); nephew, Craig Lang (Heather);
niece, Abby Reed (Mark); a grandniece; and three grandnephews.
Cremation has taken place and at his
request there will be no visitation or services.
Russ loved all animals and a memorial
has been established in his name with Caring Hands Humane Society,
1400 SE Third St., Newton, KS 67114.
