Russell Marion Strippy, 76, of Monroe went home to be with his Lord on April 13, 2019.
He was born in Washington DC on November 18, 1942 to the late Cecil and Eula Strippy. Russ proudly served his country for four years with the U.S. Navy.
He was the owner of a glass company for many years. Russ enjoyed painting and golf, but most of all he loved his family.
Russ is survived by his beloved wife, Brenda Helms Strippy; children, Ginger (Keith) Shaffer, Jennifer (George) Prickett and Scott (Kris) Funderburk; nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; sister, Lois Strippy; aunt, Velda Stephanson and numerous cousins.
The family will receive friends in the Chapel of Lee Park Baptist Church on Tuesday April 16, 2019 at 2:00 pm followed by a 3:00 pm funeral service. Entombment will be at Lakeland Memorial Park.
McEwen Funeral Home of Monroe is honored to serve the family.