Steve J Russell, 73, peacefully passed away in his sleep to return to his Heavenly Father on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Being retired from the shoe industry for 50 plus years, he was affectionately known as the "Old Shoe Dog". Steve loved crafting, 3-D puzzles, and selling homemade wreaths. His pie making and butterfinger making memories will be cherished forever!
Steve was preceded in death by his wife, Jane Lynn Chesnut Russell; daughter, Brianne "Bri" Russell;grandson, Trent Purtlebaugh; parents, Ronald and Mary Russell; and brothers-in-law, Ron and Randy Chesnut.
Left to cherish Steve's memory are his children, Rebecca Brennan (Robert "Bob"), Jennifer "Jeni" Johnson (David), Adam Russell (Courtney), Leah Sippel (Matthew "Matt"); grandchildren, Ashley Smith (John), Sierra Maxson, Chaz Johnson, Alexis Johnson, Draden Johnson, Paige Wright, Austin Purtlebaugh, Reonna Purtlebaugh, Emma Russell, Olivia Russell; great-grandchildren, Faith Kisner-Maxson, Isaiah Smith, Brielle Smith; brothers,Ronald "Ron" Russell (Connie), Gale Russell; many extended family members and loving friends.
The family has chosen cremation and will plan a celebration in the future.
Arrangements are under the direction of Arch L. Heady & Son Funeral Home - Okolona Home, "Where Personal And Sincere Service Is Tradition."
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