Russell L. Conklin Jr.

Russell L. Conklin Jr.

Of Susquehanna, PA

Russell L. Conklin Jr. (Buddy), 75, of Susquehanna, PA passed away on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at Barnes Kasson Hospital in Susquehanna, PA.

Born in Binghamton NY and raised throughout Susquehanna County PA, Russ forever engrained himself as an icon of his hometown. Russell was a hardworking man of deep compassion, perseverance, generosity, and love. After graduating High School, Russell served in the United States Army in Germany as a mechanic during the Vietnam War. Upon returning home, he founded Russ’ Garage in 1978, where he was still working with his son, Kevin. Russ also served as a Jackson Township Supervisor for 30 years. Through this venture and his time enjoying the local dirt tracks, Russ molded many lifelong relationships with people from all around the area. With hobbies such as NASCAR (especially Bill Elliott), golfing, bowling, the outdoors, and most recently playing pool, it was easy to pick up a conversation and enjoy a welcoming smile from Russ. One could also catch him pursing a passion of mowing the lawn almost every day of the week. Anyone fortunate enough to see Russ’ smile, hear his laugh, or enjoy his warmth, will miss him dearly.

He was predeceased by his parents Russell L. & Evelyn (Lewis) Conklin Sr.; wife Margaret “Peggy” Conklin; two brothers Richard and Randy Conklin.

Russell is survived by his loving wife Jeane Roe; children Kevin & Michele Conklin and Jody Conklin (Nate); grandchildren Hunter and Mason Conklin; siblings Carolyn & Charles White, Linda & Gary Entrot and Cynthia Conklin; brothers and sisters-in-law Ronald & Paula Roe, Janet Roe, JoAnn & Tim Palmatier, Bonnie Roe, William & Elaine Wood, Robert & Debbie Wood, and Judith & Edmond Burdick; as well as several nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at 7pm at Hennessey’s Funeral Home, 747 Jackson Ave. Susquehanna, PA.

The family will receive friends at the Funeral Home on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 from 4pm to 7pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are encouraged to be made in Russ’s name to a charity of one’s choosing.