Funeral underway for Robert Russell
ST JAMES, Jamaica— Business and political leaders have gathered at the Montego Bay Convention Centre for the funeral of Robert “Ducksie” Russell.
Russell died on December 11, 2024. He was 76.
Russell was part of an eight-member team known as Summerfest Productions that staged the inaugural Reggae Sumfest in Montego Bay in 1993. He also operated the popular Pier One restaurant in Montego Bay and lived in that city for almost 40 years.
Russell is survived by his wife Beverley, five children, grandchildren, a brother, and sister.
From left: Former Prime Minister of Jamaica Bruce Golding (left); his wife Lorrna, Minister of Legal and Constitutional Affairs and MP for St James West Central Malahoo Forte and Minister of Health & Wellness Dr Christopher Tufton.
Robin Russell, son of Robert and president of the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association, being greeted by Minister of Health and Wellness Dr Christopher Tufton as Minister of Foreign Affairs & Foreign Trade Kamina Johnson Smith looks on.
