After a lengthy illness, Russell Robert Rehse died at his home near Orland on Friday, August 9, 2024. He was born in Willows to Dorothy and Vernon Rehse on February 2, 1951.
He grew up in Orland, the oldest of three boys that included brothers Randy and Dennis. The Rehse boys, along with numerous cousins, enjoyed their childhood years roaming the nearby hills and mountains, working cattle, hunting and fishing.
Russell attended Orland schools and graduated from Orland High School in 1969, where he was involved in various athletics, 4H and FFA. He graduated from CSU, Chico, in Animal Science.
While at Chico State, he lived and worked on the college farm. All his adult life, he farmed and raised cattle.
He was an avid outdoorsman. Some his best days were hunting or fishing with family and friends in many beautiful locations of the western United States and Canada.
He was a member of the West Valley Bow Club and Cattleman’s Association.
In 1984, he married Janene Monroe Barry and gained a stepson, Wes. The following year, Eric was born into the family.
He was an avid Giants and 49ers fan and loved spending time coaching his boys. He had a heart of gold, a great sense of humor and will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Janene; sons Wes Barry (Stephanie) and Eric Rehse; granddaughters Colbie Barry, and Mackenzie and Claire Rehse; brothers Randy Rehse (Patti) and Dennis Rehse (Jerry Jo); and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dorothy and Vernon Rehse.
A service was to be held on Wednesday, August 14, at the Lutheran Church Community Hall in Artois. Those wishing to make a donation in his honor may choose the charity of their choice. Arrangements were under the direction of Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary.
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