Kenneth Dale Russell

Kenneth Dale Russell was born on December 15, 1952 to the late Lonnon Leo “Pete” and Georgia Irene Maze Russell of Dudley. Mr. Russell was a life-long resident of Dudley except for the years he served in the United States Air Force. For the majority of his service he was stationed at Hurlburt Field in Florida. On December 27, 1973, Kenneth was married to Arlessa Alice Dillinger of Dudley. She survives of the home. After serving four years in the Armed Forces, Kenneth and Arlessa returned to Dudley where they raised their two children. Along with his wife, Arlessa, Kenneth is survived by his two daughters and his son-in-law; Tarah and Brian Carroll and Stacey Russell all of Dudley, extended family members Randy and Jennifer Grace, two granddaughters Alaina and Trailyn Grace, one sister, Christine and Jim Dill of Puxico and one brother, Bob Russell of Puxico. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Jimmy. Mr. Russell grew up farming and enjoyed being outside. He could be found working around outside in his shop or working in his garden. He was a talented craftsman and enjoyed tinkering with any project. Most of all, Kenneth loved his family. All three of his girls were the light of his life and his reason he worked so hard. He had a work ethic that was unmatched and he never failed to provide for his family. As a young man, Kenneth gave his life to the Lord and was a member of Corinth General Baptist Church of Puxico where his mother was a life-long member. On October 25, 2015, Kenneth rededicated his life to the Lord during a Sunday morning service at Friendship Baptist Church where he attended. The Lord called Kenneth home on Friday, November 13, 2015 as he was surrounded by those who loved him. Visitation for Kenneth Russell will be Sunday, November 15, 2015 from 5 to 8 pm at Watkins and Sons Funeral Home. A graveside ceremony will be conducted on Monday, November 16, 2015 at 1:30 with Pastor Lonny Mittag officiating.