Individual Details

Death

Russell Carl Norskog, 75, of Cody, Wyoming, passed away Sunday evening January 26, 2020 at Spirit Mountain Hospice House following his extensive battle with cancer. Russell is survived by his four children, Roberta Judith, who was present at the time of her father’s passing, as well as Cynthia Eugenia, Carl Ole and Thomas Eric. Russell is also survived by his siblings Roberta, Judith, Walter, Martha and Cindy. Russell is pre-deceased by his wife Eugenia, his parents Robert Ole Norskog and Ruth Nielson, and step-father Inor Nielsen of Powell, as well as siblings Edgar, Barbara and Robert Jr. Russell is also survived by his three grandchildren, four great grandchildren and numerous extended family members. Russell was born and raised in Cody where he graduated from high school in 1962 before joining the U. S. Army. Russell is a Veteran of the Vietnam War, serving two combat tours in country where he served with distinction, earning numerous awards including the Bronze Star. Russell retired from the Army as a Master Sergeant after serving more than 24 years and receiving several Army Achievements Medals, Army Commendation Medals and the Meritorious Service Medal. Russell’s exemplary distinguished service earned him the prestigious Legion of Merit. Following his extensive military service which took him around the world, Russell returned to his beloved home of Cody where he is a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the American Legion and Eagles.