It is with great sadness that we announce the death of William Russell (Perry, Florida), who passed away on April 18, 2023, at the age of 79, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Russell to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his parents, William Henry Russell Sr. and Murriel Haynes Russell; his sisters, Angie Gaver and Nadine Lynn (Bruce); and his grandchildren, Charlie Phoenix Freeman and Cindy Lee Carter.

He is survived by : his wife Coretha Carter Russell; his children, John Russell, Jeff Russell (Jessica), Jerry Russell (Kristie), Douglas Carter (Stacy), Donna Blanton (Gary), Devera Eakins (Herbert) and Darlene Floyd; and his sister Judy McMullen (David). He is also survived by 16 Grandchildren, 15 Great Grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews, as well as many friends and extended family.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Burns Funeral Home