Russell Tesarz

Russell Eric Tesarz passed away unexpectedly at home on July 14, 2018 at the age of 61.  We lost a loving son, husband, father, grandpa and friend.

Russ is survived by wife Karen of Concord, NC; daughter, Gabrielle and the light of his life, granddaughter Lillian of Wendell, NC; son R. Eric Tesarz, Jr.

He is also survived by his mother Rosemary of Raleigh, NC and brothers Randy of Raleigh, NC, Richard of Colorado Springs, CO, Rodney of Southfield, MI and sister Raelyn Sanford of Westland, MI.

Preceded in death by father Richard H Tesarz.

A celebration of his life will be held in Raleigh, NC on July 21st.  In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the AKC Humane Fund (www.akchumanefund.org) which supports education through scholarships and responsible dog ownership resources which were passions of Russ’s.

Hartsell Funeral Home of Concord is serving the Tesarz family.

Online condolences may be made at www.hartsellfh.com.