Russell Howard Annis, 83, of Traverse City, died on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2003, at home. Born on Oct. 24, 1921, in Grayling, he was the son of Howard and Flora (Moon) Annis. On Aug. 8, 1948, in Traverse City, he married the former Phyllis Lorraine Burrows, who preceded him in death.
Mr. Annis served his country honorably, with the United States Army during World War II. He later became a floor specialist for Northern Floor and Tile and retired from Waterland Tile.
Mr. Annis enjoyed golfing and ice fishing. An avid bowler until the age of 82, he was inducted into the Bowlers Hall of Fame in 2001. Mr. Annis was a member of the American Legion.
Survivors include his sons, Jerry (Lydia) Annis of Traverse City, Joel (Marsha) Annis of Charlevoix and Kurt (Connie) Annis of Traverse City; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Bonnie Lou Weber.
Along with his wife, Phyllis, Mr. Annis was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Margaret Lake.