P.M. "Boots" Russell

He was born in Logan County, Arkansas on July 7, 1936 to P.M. and Ida Rose Russell. “Boots” moved to Midland in the mid-50s and worked in the oilfield before starting Pitco in 1984. He was an avid fisherman and truly loved fishing with his grandchildren.

“Boots” was preceded in death by his parents and several siblings.

He is survived by sons Roger Russell of Kerrville, Texas, Greg Russell of Midland, and daughter Kimberley McCowen of Midland; grandchildren Nolan and Joely Smith of Midland; brother Jerry Russell; sister Sally Barber both of Arkansas and several nieces and nephews.

There will be a visitation at Ellis Funeral Home from 6 pm to 8 pm on Tuesday, March 13, 2018. A service will be held in the Ellis Funeral Home Chapel on Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at 11 am. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park.

Pallbearers will be Stan Williamson, Stanlon Williamson, Nolan Kirby Smith, Mark McCowen, Mike Smith and Justin Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be Jimmy Russell, Steve Quain and Daryl Rogers.