Russell H. Heffley was born on Sept. 22, 1897 to Samuel A. and Sarah (Homer) Heffley in Johnstown, Pa. As a young man, Heffley worked for Swank Hardware Company and later, the Bethlehem Steel Company before enlisting in the army. During World War I, he served as a first class sergeant in aviation, stationed at Kelly Field, Texas, and later at Payne Field, Mississippi. After returning home, Heffley joined the commercial photography firm, Morton & Heffley, which he became the sole owner of in 1924. Heffley was married to Catherine Seigh in 1920 and had two children, Russell H., Jr. and Dorothy C.
From the description of Russell H. Heffley photograph collection, 1927-1950s. (University of Pittsburgh). WorldCat record id: 456084645
