Russell A. Haehn 1947-2020

Russ was born Sept. 20 1947, in Cleveland, to Delores Braun and Robert Haehn. He was raised in Ohio and Texas, and as an adult, settled in the greater Youngstown area.

Russ lived an adventurous and entrepreneurial life. At the age of 28, he founded Worldwide Auto Parts in Youngstown. He quickly innovated the industry and was recognized for new approaches in customer service, supply chain improvements and training programs. Over several years, he expanded this business across the greater northeast Ohio region.

He eventually moved on, and with his business partner Phil, co-founded Andrews Cycles in Salem. Over time, they developed Andrews Cycles into the largest volume motorcycle dealer in Ohio. Andrews Cycles later became Giant Motorsports and expanded to Illinois and even international distribution and trade. Along the way, Russ gained numerous accolades and recognition as a savvy industry man who loved to make a deal.

In his personal life, he was known for daring adventures and his generous spirit. At different points in his life, he was an airplane pilot, scuba diver, drag racer, motorcycle racer, little league football coach and avid snow skier. Through business and personal opportunities, he was able to travel throughout the world. In his life, he visited more than 70 countries and achieved the rare accomplishment of touching down on all seven continents.

His generosity was unbounded. He used to deliver hams to friends, family and colleagues for the holidays. He donated regularly to the Rescue Mission of Mahoning County, as well as many animal charities and causes. He was always happy to share business advice, mentor or tell a story and always had a joke.

He is survived by his four sons, Christopher, Scott, Rob and Mike; his brothers, Bob (Loretta), Greg (Cindy) and Mark (Nancy); granddaughters, Alix and Jamison; his close friend and confidant of 18 years, Marlene and her children; and many nieces and nephews.

The family is having private services at Fox Funeral Home, 4700 Market St., Boardman.

Memorial donations can be made to the Rescue Mission of Mahoning County, 962 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Youngstown, OH 44510.

Family and friends may visit www.foxfuneralhome.org to view this obituary and send condolences.

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