Jack Russell, the former lead singer of GREAT WHITE, has passed away at the age of 63.
The statement on his social media, posted on August 15th, said as follows: “With tremendous sadness, we announce the loss of our beloved Jack Patrick Russell — father, husband, cousin, uncle, and friend.
“Jack passed peacefully in the presence of his wife Heather Ann Russell, son Matthew Hucko, cousin Naomi Breshears Barbor, and dear friends Billy and Cheryl Pawelcik.
“Details of a public memorial will be announced at a later date.
“Jack is loved and remembered for his sense of humor, exceptional zest for life, and unshakeable contribution to rock and roll where his legacy will forever thrive.
“His family asks for privacy at this time.”
The news of Jack‘s passing comes just weeks after he revealed his retirement from touring due to a diagnosis of Lewy body dementia.
Russell said in a statement on July 17: “It is with the heaviest of hearts that I must announce my retirement from the road. After a recent diagnosis of Lewy body dementia and multiple system atrophy in May 2024, I am unable to perform at the level I desire and at the level you deserve. Words cannot express my gratitude for the many years of memories, love and support. Thank you for letting me live my dreams.”
Jack Russell‘s time with GREAT WHITE ended in December 2011. Injuries, including a perforated bowel and a shattered pelvis, forced him to leave the touring band. Russell attributed these injuries to a combination of factors, including past struggles with alcohol and painkillers, as well as a medication called prednisone.
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