Russell Bedley (Bedey), of Washington, passed away on April 14, 2013, from natural causes. He was 86. Russell was born on April 6th, 1927, and served in the US Army during World War II. He is survived by his brother George and wife Norma, who reside in Fort Lauderdale Florida; one niece, Kathy DeNardi; and four nephews, Michael Whitco, Dennis Bedley, John Bedley, and Michael Bedley. Russell was a kind, quiet, and gentle-hearted man. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m., in William G. Neal Funeral Homes, Ltd., 925 Allison Avenue, Washington, where services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, April 18th. Burial will follow in Washington Cemetery.