looking for obit on Russell Townsend died oct 1983 in minneapolis, Mn
any help would be so appreciated

There is only one male Townsend in the Minnesota Death Index for 1983. That is a Robert W. Townsend. Are you sure you have the first name and date of death correct? Please note also, that Minneapolis is in Hennepin County, and you posted your message to the Anoka County board.

The SSDI shows Russell Townsend's last residence as Minneapolis, MN. It does not mean that he died there. 66 year old. SSDI issued in Illinois. In Oct? He could have died at a cabin, hunting trip, doing last minute travelling before winter sets in. Best bets are Wisconsin or Illinois. There is a good chance for an obit in the Minneapolis paper. Try www.raogk.org. Expect to pay for the research.

There is a separate Robert Townsend that shows up on the SSDI so the first name should be Russell.