Russell M. Baugher

Russell M. Baugher passed away on Thursday, February 24, 2022, peacefully with his family at his side.

He was born to Harold & Ruth Baugher, Sr on March 30, 1937 in Springfield IL.

Russell married Constance J. Eilks on October 23, 1959 and they had three children.

Russell spent many years being a large equipment operator with Doyle and Pottorf Construction and fondly remembers building roads, subdivisions and bluffs throughout Menard and Mason County. After his father’s death in the early 70’s, Russell joined his brothers as owner/operators of Baugher Implement and retired from there in 2007 when the business was closed.

Russell was an avid conservationist and storyteller, who also enjoyed hunting, fishing, restoring old tractors and spending time with his children and grandchildren.

At his request; Russell will be cremated with his ashes being spread at the patch in a private ceremony to be held at a later date.

He is survived by his wife, Constance, of 62 years; children: Randy Baugher (companion Sheryl Garfat), Reggie (Nancy) Baugher and Cindy (Kami Becker) Baugher; five grandsons: Zachary, Brent, Lucas, Skyler and Chance and four great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters Norma (Herman) Cramer and Annabelle (Tony) Wood and one brother, Harold (Peggy) Baugher, Jr.

He is preceded in death by his granddaughter, Jessie and his brothers George and Orville.

In lieu of a funeral service Russell would like for you to remember him by telling a story or a joke with a smile. Memorial donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Mott & Henning Funeral Home is assisting the family. On-line condolences can be shared at www.mottandhenning.com.