In loving memory of

Russell Wayne Poole
November 29, 1956 - August 19, 2015

The family of Russell Wayne Poole gratefully appreciates all the love, prayers and concern given to them in this time of loss.

Any letters, testimonials or remembrances can be sent to the family at the following address:

The Poole Family

P.O. Box 944

Chino, CA 91708



The family will have a private Ceremony of Life.

Thank You!

Tributes

Lisa Bloch wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Traci, Candace,Mrs.Poole, Megan,Kurt,Doug,Jennifer,and your families, We wish to extend our heartfelt condolences and thoughts at this difficult time. My Sister Debi was in the same graduating class as Russel and she sends her sympathies too. Russell was a good ,kind, person who truly loved his family. May his memory be a blessing.... Love, Don ,Lisa, Jennifer and Joshua Bloch"

Candace Banning wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Candace Banning lit a candle in memory of Russell Wayne Poole"

Sandra Montes wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Dearest Poole Family, My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. When the Lord calls our loved ones home, He leaves a gift of memories in exchange. Hold onto your memories of Russ and let them guide you during this time of sadness. 'Our fingerprints do not fade from the lives we touch'... As you know through the outpouring of thoughts and prayers from many, many people, Russ touched and impacted the lives of so many. He was loved and well respected and will be deeply missed by so many. Take comfort - those who love will be reunited in eternity. My heartfelt condolences are with you in this time of sadness. Prayers to you all, Sandra Montes"

John and Linda Carpenter wrote on May 10, 2017:

"John And Linda Carpenter lit a candle in memory of Russell Wayne Poole"

Traci Poole wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Traci Poole lit a candle in memory of Russell Wayne Poole"

Keko Mouton wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Keko Mouton lit a candle in memory of Russell Wayne Poole"

Gary Kaestle wrote on May 10, 2017:

"It was a pleasure working with Russel for several years. He would give you the shirt off his back if needed. His burning desire to help the less privileged was overwhelming. His love for his family was obvious and I hope they truly understand how much he really loved them. On behalf of all the members of the CSOU-CDC our thoughts & prayers are with you. I know Russ has finally found peace. Until we meet again my friend. Gary Kaestle"

Candace Banning wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Thank you Gary!"

Traci Poole wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Thank you for your nice words, Gary:heart:"

Patti Poole wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Thank you so much Gary. The Poole Family appreciates your kind, sweet words about Russ."

Mikko Alanne wrote on May 10, 2017:

"I had the great privilege of meeting and working with Russ and interviewing many of his friends and colleagues while developing a film about his life and the Biggie Smalls investigation some years ago. You could just see the fire of justice in Russ, he never seemed happier than when in the hunt for it. He was tireless and he was singularly brave, I often called him the Serpico of the LAPD. Farewell, Russ, may you inspire many more Detectives like you."

Candace Banning wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Thank you Mikko! Russell thought the world of you!"

Traci Poole wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Thank you so much Mikko:heart:"

rob warren wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Russ was such a great friend to me, I met Russ in 2002 and spent 12 hrs a day w him for 10 plus years commuting and working n playing. I will miss his laugh his big heart and passion and dreams. He was focused to give his family the best life had to offer. He loved his family deeply and always told me he loved them. He always spoke the truth and never swayed from it. A great listener awesome speaker and a true friend. I love you Russell, rest easy my friend, until we meet again. Rob Warren"

Traci Poole wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Awe, such a beautiful tribute to my Bro~ thank you so much Rob:heart:"

Candace Banning wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Thanks Rob! He loved you too!"

rob warren wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Love all you guys see you soon :purple_heart::runner:??"

Candace Banning wrote on May 10, 2017:

"We missed you yesterday!"

Patti Poole wrote on May 10, 2017:

"I love & miss you my sweet Rusty. Thank you for being here for me. May the Lord & the beauty of the heavens bring you peace everlasting. Kiss your Dad for me. Love always, Mom"

Candace Banning wrote on May 10, 2017:

"I love you Mom!"

jennifer wrote on May 10, 2017:

"I love you grandma! Can't wait to give you a hug!"

Traci Poole wrote on May 10, 2017:

"I Love you dearly Mom :heart:"

peter vanson wrote on May 10, 2017:

"my deepest condolences to all the poole family.a true gentleman ,loyal friend, and a truly great cop ........will allways be in my thought peter vanson"

Candace Banning wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Thank you Peter! It means a lot to our family!"

Traci Poole wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Thank you Peter:heart:"

Candace Banning wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Thank you sweet Lisa!"

Traci Poole wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Thank you dear Lisa, love you:heart:"

Anonymous wrote on May 10, 2017:

"White Mum and Light Blue Hydrangea Mix (Silk Cemetery Flowers) was purchased for the family of Russell Wayne Poole."

Candace Poole Banning wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Thank you Sandra for your kind words."

Traci Poole wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Thank you Sandra for your thoughts and prayers."

Traci Poole wrote on May 10, 2017:

"My Dear Brother~ I'm still in disbelief that you aren't here with us~ I miss you SO very much, my heart hurts. I Love You and you will always be in my Heart :heart:"

Candace Poole Banning wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Russell was and will always be my big brother. I love you to the moon and back! I will never stop loving or missing you, there is a hole in my heart that aches for you. Until we reunite in heaven rest peacefully sweet brother."