Russell was born to Lillian and Samuel Claybourne in Gassaway, West Virginia on September 21st 1951. He was raised in Ohio and graduated from Southeast High School.
Drafted into the Army, he served in Korea and returned home where he started a family. An avid hunter and fisherman, he enjoyed spending time in nature. Family and friends will remember him best for his big smile, kind heart, and unmatched sense of humor.
He was preceded in death by his mother, father, two stepfathers and eldest brother John.
Russell is survived by his wife of 48 years, Beverly, daughters Nikia and Larissa, grandsons Ian and Jayce, sisters Mary, Della, Donna and his brother David.
Per his wishes, he will be cremated without a ceremony and a burial marker will be erected in Palmyra Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to help pay for final expenses at gofundme and can be found at https://gofund.me/1bfb730f
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com