Russell J. Lerch II Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Russell J. Lerch II of Lafayette, Indiana, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on December 24, 2024 at the age of 59. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Russell is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Russell's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Russell J. Lerch and Phyllis Ilene Lerch (Turner). He is survived by: his wife Ronda Horton; his children, Riley Lerch (Parrish "C. J." Slate), Reghan Lerch-Burdine (Nathaniel Burdine), Andrew and Sara Nicodemus; his sister Sherri Russell (Fred); and his grandchildren, Anders Nicodemus, Lorelai Slate, Parrish A. Slate and Banks Burdine. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.