Cllr Russell asked his wife of 46 years to be his Mayoress.
The Mayor's grandchildren presented the bouquets of flowers.
Many Family members from distant parts, friends and Cllrs were present to witness the ceremony and afterwards enjoyed a palatial buffet.
Mayor chose Macmillan Cancer Dorset (Charity Reg. No. 261017) and Wareham Blind Club (Charity Reg. No. 213384) as his Charities for 2008/2009.
