Russell A. Mellan, 69, of Carol Stream, formerly of Chicago; beloved son of Helen nee Cwynar; dear brother of the late Kenneth; loving uncle of Kimberly (Rolly) Cropsey and Kevin (Julie) Mellan; dear great uncle of Alex, Kelsey, Hadley and Korder; many cousins especially Gerry (Len) Stutz whom he had a special bond with. Funeral Wednesday 9:15 am prayers at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 950 S. Bartlett Rd. (at Stearns Rd.) Bartlett to Corpus Christi Church 1415 W. Lies Rd. Carol Stream, mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Bartlett. In lieu of flowers donations to the American Cancer Society would be appreciated.