Russell Gordon James Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Russell Gordon James (Atlanta, Georgia), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Russell Gordon left this world on January 14, 2025 at the age of 99, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As Russell Gordon departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Russell Gordon may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Russell Gordon leaves behind.

He is survived by: his wife Anne; his children, Larry James (Becky) and Carole Burton (Alan); his grandchildren, Taylor and Whit James; his siblings, Janice James and Richard James (Joy); and his nephews, Lance and Grant James.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cremation Society of Georgia

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January 21, 2025

Jackie Murphy wrote a sympathy message

“Anne, What an exceptional man Russ was and what a great life y'all had for so many years. I am so sorry for you loss and will pray for you and your families healing. God bless, Jackie Murphy”

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