AKA Charles Ellsworth Russell

Born: 27-Mar-1906
Birthplace: Webster Groves, MO
Died: 15-Feb-1969
Location of death: Alexandria, MO
Cause of death: Cirrhosis of the Liver
Remains: Cremated (ashes given to family)

Gender: Male
Race or Ethnicity: White
Sexual orientation: Straight
Occupation: Jazz Musician

Nationality: United States
Executive summary: Jazz clarinet virtuoso

Father: Charles Ellsworth Russell
Mother: Ella Mary Ballard
Wife: Mary S. Chaloff (m. 11-Mar-1943, d. 1967)

    High School: Western Military Academy, Alton, IL
    University: University of Missouri (dropped out)

    Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame 1987
    Risk Factors: Alcoholism

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