Russell B. Witte Jr. (December 13, 1916 – December 2, 2016) was an American backstroke and breaststroke swimmer. He was the

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National Record Holder for the 95-to-99-year-old age group in the 50-yard, 100-yard and 200-yard breaststroke events swum in 2012. Witte was the reigning National Champion for 2013 in the 50 yard backstroke, 50, 100, and 200 yard breaststroke. Witte was born on December 13, 1916. He swam for Ohio Masters Swim Club. His sons, James and Ray, 54 and 60 respectively , coach and swim with him. Witte also swam the

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. Witte died on December 2, 2016, at the age of 99.

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