Saratoga Springs, NY - Russell Byron Schott passed away Friday, May 27, 2011 at Saratoga Hospital. He was 76. Born on Feb. 26, 1935 in Troy, NY, he was the son of the late Hans and Dora (Olsen) Schott. Russell graduated from Hartwick College in Oneonta, NY and for over 30 years worked as a clerk in the Railroad Assesment Dept. for the State of New York. He was a member of the Saratoga Springs Senior Citizens and the Racing City Chorus. He enjoyed the chorus with the senior clown group. For over 25 years, Russell was a member and Deacon of the Soul Saving Station on the corner of Henry and Caroline Streets. Survivors include his loving wife of 42 years, Joan (Rodd) Schott and one son, Brian Schott both of Ballston Spa; two brothers, Ronald (Elizabeth) Schott of Troy, NY and Victor (Patricia) Schott of Murphy, NC; sister-in-law Marilyn (Curtis) Schatz of Saratoga Springs; brother-in-law Robert (Margaret) Rodd of Salem, NY along with several nieces and nephews. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in the family plot at Greenridge Cemetery, Lincoln Ave. Donations may be made to The Wesley Foundation, 131 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs (584-5373). Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.