Joshua Thomas Russell

Birmingham, AL most of his life and had recently moved to The Colony, TX where, after a

lifelong battle with depression, finally went to be at peace on Feb. 8, 2022.

Preceded in death by mother, Maureen F. Russell. Josh is survived by father, Thomas Wayne

Russell, siblings: Lindsey Bryan (Dave), Tiffany Karper, Jonathan Martin (Kelsey), and Breana

Martin, Nieces/Nephews: Tayte, Tristen, Trace, Jaxson and Charleigh. Closest friends: Justin

and Savannah Brooks and Benjamin Wing. Widow: Andromeda Bellipani; and so many other

family and friends.

Josh, known to some as Riley, loved to laugh and to make others laugh! He loved to create

anything and everything, could quote ANY line from his favorite show Letterkenny, and could

turn literally anything into an innuendo at the most inappropriate time, making every situation all

the better. He loved his job as a sheriff's deputy because being able to help those in need was a

heart-felt passion. He truly loved working out and being able to clear his mind while practicing jiu

jitsu.

The strength and courage he displayed everyday in his fight with depression and bipolar

disorder inspired all who knew him. Though he took his own life, we know he is finally resting

peacefully.

Visitation will be March 12th at 12M-230PM at NorthPark Baptist Church in Trussville, AL. Quiet

service to immediately follow until 3pm.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making contributions to AFSP (American Foundation for

Suicide Prevention) and other suicide prevention agencies, along with such charities as NAMI

(National Alliance on Mental Illness).

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.stonebriarfh.com for the Russell family.