Russell Charles Landry

Russell Charles Landry passed away peacefully on March 25, 2025, at the age of 95. He was born on October 5, 1929, in Lutcher, LA and was a longtime resident of Harahan, LA. He lived a long, happy life, making many wonderful friends and memories along the way.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 29 years, Marie Twickler, his parents, Clement and Edvige Landry, grandchild, Kayla Fabian, his wife, Ruth “Maxine” Jarrell, and siblings, Dorothy and Warren.

He is survived by his children, Stephen Landry (Beth), Gordon Landry (Wendy), Susan Fabian (Robert), and Karen Smith (Todd) and his grandchildren, Nicole, Kelly, Stephen, Brandon, Eric, Emily, Courtney, Cody, and Conner. He is also survived by 8 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild, his best friend, Vernon Fabre, and many loving nieces and nephews.

Russell was a graduate of Lutcher High School and enlisted in the United States Army in 1947. He served as a military policeman and was honorably discharged in 1948. He got an operation job with Shell Oil Norco in 1954, later became a machinist, and retired after 34 years.

In 1955 he met and married the love of his life, Marie Twickler and together they had 4 children. Sadly, Marie passed away in 1984. Years later he married Ruth “Maxine” Jarrell and they enjoyed life together until her passing in 2010.

Russell enjoyed family life, camping, and traveling the country. At home he liked to work on motors and machinery. He had a strong faith and attended daily Mass at St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Church.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Carla and Cindy from St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Church.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral service on Monday, March 31, 2025, at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. New Orleans, LA. Visitation will be held from 9AM – 11AM with a Mass to begin at 11AM. Interment will follow at Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum.