Kevin L.C. Russell

Kevin, known as “Russ” was born in Philadelphia, PA to Anna Angeline “Dileo” Russell) on November 5, 1969. He married Tammy Jean Gusa-Russell on November 9, 2013, in Woodbridge, VA. He went to Hayfield Secondary School in Alexandria, VA and graduated from Columbus High School in Columbus, GA in 1987. He graduated from University of Phoenix with a Master of Science Degree in Administration of Justice and Security.

“Russ” worked 25+ years in various law enforcement roles for Contra Costa County, and Solano County, California. He also dedicated 10+ years in Fairfax County Public Schools as a Criminal Justice Teacher at the Thomas Edison Academy, Alexandria, VA. Dean of Students, SOSA, and On- Time Graduate Admin at Mountain View High School, Centreville, VA. He was looking forward to getting back to teaching Criminal Justice at George C. Marshall High School in Falls Church this year.

“Russ” had a big heart and loved his family fiercely. He especially had the most profound love for his “mini me” and “da twins” that any man could ever have for his son and daughter. He always gave his whole heart to his family, his close friends, and his students. He was always ready to extend his hand to help or guide someone in need and often lead family trips to support or help others. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, and lead with honor and integrity.

Kevin LC Russell is preceded in death by his mother, Anna Angeline Russell; his father Larry Thomas Russell; and daughter, Juliana Kai Russell.

Kevin is survived by his wife Tammy Jean Gusa-Russell; his son, Kevin Jordan Russell; and his stepson, Anthony Allen Fillon. He is also survived by his in-laws, Paul and KiCho Locigno, Bill and Dawn Gusa, and Rob Gusa and Laurie Sholtis; his niece Amanda Gusa (Jaxson, Sophia, Lucas); and Bruce and Ernestine Crowder, Taylor Crowder, and nephews Bruce “Bubba” Crowder, Peyton Crowder (Godson), and Dominic Crowder. Kevin is further survived by his Philadelphia family: uncles Tony, Vincent, Mark, and Mike; aunties Maddie, Nina, Connie; and all his cousins. He is also lovingly remembered by his extended family: JoAnn, Willie and family, Alisa and family, Nicole and family, Chrissy and family, Heather and family.

Kevin's Celebration of Life will be held at National Funeral Home, 7482 Lee Highway, Falls Church, VA 22042, US, on November 5, 2026, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, and the livestream is available at https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/c26102023357785, with the livestream beginning at approximately 5:00 PM and concluding at 7:30 PM.