William Russell Sr. Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of William Russell Sr. (Chalmette, Louisiana), born in Saint Bernard, Louisiana, who passed away on December 21, 2019 at the age of 94. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Russell, Sr. and Rafaella "Viola" Morales; his wife Mary Ann Latapie Russell; his son William "Billy" Russell; and his brother Forrest.

He is survived by: his children, John Russell, Laurie Russell Brown, Dorothy H. Russell and Bon M. Russell; his siblings, Jack Russell, Joyce R. Frey, Marian R. Kaltenbach, Harding, James, Jr., Lillian R. McKelvy Gros, Myrtle R. Evans and Dorothy R. Alther; his grandchildren, Randy Russell, Melissa R. Sanspree, Jennifer L. Russell, John D. Russell, Derek L. Brown, Macy E. Cope, Dustin J. Brown and Mali M. Moran; and his children-in-law, Mary H. Russell, Susan L. Russell, Louis Brown III, Mavis Dalier and Stephanie Hoskins. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.