Mario-Angelo Francis Russo, 29, of Millersville, passed away on May 18, 2012.

Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Dominic F. Russo and the late Cathi Russo Geesey.

Mario left his mark at Penn Manor High School, and graduated from Millersville University. He was recently accepted to Cal State Northridge to continue his graduate studies.

Mario had many aliases, "Johann Flesh-melter" being one of his favorites. He was a dynamic band member in such acts as "Mario Speedwagon, Elf Blizzard, and Lloyd Christmas amongst others. He loved the Phillies, the Trailer Park Boys, the Simpsons, and boxing. One of Mario's proudest accomplishments was having the reigning title of taco eating champion at Lancaster Dispensing Company. He was truly a renaissance man of hobbies and interests. The most important thing to him was his relationship with his many friends, who all agree that the adventures they had and the memories they shared will be cherished forever.

In addition to his father, Mario is survived by his sister Adriana, his brother Sevvi, his grand parents, Earl Geesey Jr., Vilma Wissler, and Frank and Rose Russo, and many Aunts and Uncles.

A Memorial Service will be at 11AM on Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 441 N. George St., Millersville, PA 17551. Family and friends will be received from 10-11AM on Wednesday from the funeral home. Interment will be in Millersville Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Mario's memory to the Alzheimer's Association, South Central PA Chapter, 3544 N. Progress Avenue, Suite 205, Harrisburg, PA 17110-9638. To send the family online condolences please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory 872-5041