Russell Bruce Bourne

Russell “Rusty” Bruce Bourne was born on July 22, 1965 in Columbus, GA, to the late Pugh Bourne, Jr. and Dorothy Frances Bourne (Bruce). Growing up in Jackson, Tennessee, he attended St. Mary’s Catholic School and graduated from Old Hickory Academy (now University School of Jackson). A lover of all sports, he played football, basketball and baseball throughout his youth and continued with football through his college years at Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee.

After completing his Master’s Degree at the University of Akron, Rusty returned to USJ as a teacher and coach. Later, he served as a dedicated officer for the Memphis Police Department before relocating to Las Vegas, NV, where he eventually came full circle back to teaching at Sig Rogich Middle School.

No matter the road his life took him on, Rusty felt his greatest accomplishment was being a father. His beloved son, Connor, was a source of constant pride and overwhelming joy.

In addition to Connor, he is survived by his loving wife, Jamie, and “bonus kids,” Jillian Wilson and James Wilson; Connor's mother and Rusty's dear friend, Mary; Connor's older brother, Chance; his brother, Guy Brockwell Bourne (Suzy); nephews, Brian and Clay; and a myriad of amazing friends, all of whom brought great joy to Rusty's life.

A reception and celebration of Rusty's life will be held on Sunday, April 25, 2021, 3:00 pm- 5:00 pm.

Palm Northwest Mortuary

6701 North Jones Blvd

Las Vegas, NV 89131

(702) 464-8460

Services will follow in the near future in Tennessee.