Russell Porter Vanderslice

1946 - 2013





Russell Porter Vanderslice was born in Amarillo, Texas on August 31, 1946 and was called home on October 11, 2013. Russ is survived by his wife, Donna of 43 years, his children Ron and Kirk, daughter in law Stephanie, and grandchildren Porter and Parker. He is preceded in death by his brother, Ron Eugene Vanderslice.



Upon completion of a bachelor?s degree from Texas Tech University, in Lubbock, he met and married the love of his life Donna Lee Rogers a Tulsa native. After a short period in Lubbock Texas, where he completed his Masters of Business Administration (M.B.A.) Marketing degree, they returned to Tulsa Oklahoma where they lived and raised a family.



Russ was involved in several successful business opportunities throughout his life. Beginning with his market research company, and then helped develop Tulsa Dental which later became a division of Dentsply. After 10+ years with Tulsa Dental he retired as Vice President/General Manger of Dentsply. He received many accolades within his tenure, including several Pinnacle Sales Awards and Awards of Excellence.



Russ was very active within the Tulsa Community and supported many non-profits and civic organizations, including Phillips Theological Seminary, Arthritis Foundation, and United Way. Some of his most recent passions were the Bassmaster?s Classic and serving on the board of Eastern Oklahoma Donated Dental Services. He and his family have been long time members of Harvard Avenue Christian Church where they have praised and worshiped.



Russ was a loving father and husband and took great pride in his family. He had a joy of life that everyone could see on a daily basis.



In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations in Russ?s honor be made to Harvard Avenue Christian Church?s memorial fund. Celebration of Life will be held at Harvard Avenue Church, 5502 S. Harvard, Tulsa, OK 74135 on October 16, 2013 at 10:00 am. Moore?s Southlawn 918-663-2233 share memories at www.moorefuneral.com