Memorial Service for Former ISC Commissioner Russell Callahan

Blair Setford • October 5, 2024

Russell Callahan ISC Commissioner for 16 years

Russell Callahan served the ISC as a Commissioner for 16 years in the heyday of men's fastpitch from 1980 to 1995. His friends remember his enthusiasm and passion for the game. He was still in regular contact with many current commissioners, commenting on the games and the aftermath of every ISC World Tournament. He will be missed.


A  Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 12 at 1:00pm CST at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Grove, OK. It will also be broadcast on Zoom: Meeting ID 898-711-2435 Password 8899842. The dial-in number is 1-346-248-7799

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