Russell J. Paquette, Jr. age 58, of Southampton, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025. He was born in Holyoke, graduated from Holyoke High School, Fairfield University, and received an MBA from Long Island University. While in High School Russ ran cross country and played trumpet in the High School Band. More recently he played in several local community bands. He is survived by his parents, Russell Sr. and Claire Paquette; a son Ryan of Park Ridge, NJ, and two brothers: Andrew and Brian Paquette. Russ was predeceased by his sister, Emily Paquette. A prayer service will be held Friday, September 5 at 1:30 p.m. in the Barry J. Farrell Funeral Home, 2049 Northampton Street, Holyoke. Calling hours will be held Friday from 12:00 Noon to 1:30 p.m.