Dr. Raymond Russin, an academic who taught psychology, passed away at the age of 82 on November 6, 2026, KSAL News reported.
Born in New York City on January 25, 1944, Russin earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Psychology from the University of Bridgeport and later completed a Ph.D. in Research and Experimental Psychology at Colorado State University.
His academic career included faculty positions at William Paterson College and Bethany College in Lindsborg, Kansas.
During his tenure in higher education, Russin received National Science Foundation grants for laboratory development in experimental and physiological psychology.
Russin Held Administrative Roles and Mentored Students
Russin transitioned into administrative roles later in his career, accepting positions as Vice President of Academic Affairs at Kansas Wesleyan University in 2001 and at Dana College in Blair, Nebraska, in 2006.
Following the closure of Dana College, he continued teaching remotely through Northcentral University starting in 2011.
Throughout his career, he remained active in the Southwestern Psychological Association, frequently accompanying students to professional conventions to help them present their research.
Russin Served His Community Through Medical Training and Church Roles
Beyond his academic work, Russin earned an Emergency Medical Technician certification while living in Lindsborg and taught EMT, First Aid, and CPR courses throughout Kansas.
He also served as a member and councilman at All Saints Orthodox Church in Salina, Kansas, and later as a Reader at St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Church in Omaha, Nebraska.
His survivors include his daughters, Jennifer Bookless and Heather House, along with several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Upcoming Memorial Services
Visitation will take place on Friday, November 13, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Church in Omaha, Nebraska, followed by a Trisagion Prayer Service at 6:30 p.m.
The funeral service is scheduled for Saturday, November 14, at 11:00 a.m. at the same church, with live broadcasts available via Heafey & Hoffmann Dworak Cutler.
A second visitation will be held on Monday, November 16, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary in Salina, Kansas, followed by a graveside committal service on Tuesday, November 17, at 1 p.m. at Gypsum Hill Cemetery.