- Earl Russell “Russ” Ghiglia, 86, passed away on January 28, 2023 peacefully in his home surrounded by family.

He was born on July 11, 1936, to John and Viola Ghiglia in Glendale, California; he was the youngest of two. Russ was raised in the San Fernando Valley, California area. He graduated from San Fernando High School in 1955, where he excelled at playing football. Upon graduation Russ served in the Army National Guard.

He married Margaret Rose Gwaltney on February 2 nd 1957 in Silverton. They had a son John and a daughter Carolyn. Russ built a family construction business starting in 1972, which continues today as a 3 rd generation family business.

Russ loved spending time with his family and dog General. He was a great outdoorsmen, enjoying hunting, fishing, and camping. He kept everyone captivated with his detailed stories of all his adventures.

Russ was preceded in death by his son John. He is survived by wife Margaret of Silverton, daughter, Carolyn Tjaarda of Silverton; Son in law Tom Tjaarda of Silverton; daughter in law Alice Ghiglia; Grandsons, Josh and significant other Darcy of Marquam; Andrew and his wife Devon of Mt. Angel; Adam and wife Kasondra of Aumsville; Grant and his wife Alicia of Silverton. Great grandchildren; Haili, Trevor, Kiersten, Emily, Brook, Blake, Riley, Brody, Spencer, Carter and all of his extended loving family.

Memorial service will be at 1:00pm Saturday, February 4 th , 2023 at the First Baptist Church located at 229 Westfield St., in Silverton. All are welcome to attend. Donations can be accepted in his honor at the Oregon Hunters Association or First Baptist Church of Silverton.

Arrangements by Unger Funeral Chapel in Silverton.