of Jordan, AR
March 23, 1941 - December 28, 2022
Mr. Jerry Wayne Russell, 81, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 after a short battle with cancer. He was born in Hand, Arkansas on March 23, 1941 to Keith and Lillian (Hively) Russell. Jerry married Carol McKendree on September 2, 1961 in Beebe, Arkansas. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and reading western books.
Jerry was a high school teacher and principal for 23 years. After teaching for 3 years in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, he took a teaching position in Kodiak, Alaska. After 5 years, he and Carol moved to Palmer, Alaska where he was the Assistant Principal at Palmer High School. In his last 5 years, he was the Principal at Wasilla Junior High School in Wasilla, Alaska. After 20 years in Alaska, they moved back to Rodney and built their retirement home.
Jerry leaves to mourn his passing his wife of 61 years, Carol, and special dog, ''Maggie''. He is also survived by his 3 nephews, Eddie (Becki) Griffin, Donnie (Em) McKendree and Ronnie (Missy) McKendree; 2 nieces, Sharon Krall and Cindy (Tracy) Tallent; brother-in-law, Don Green; 4 great-nephews, Dylan (Emily) Griffin, Evan (Cara) Griffin, Brandon Griffin and Blake Griffin; great-great nephew, Brayden Griffin; great-great niece, Emma Griffin and many cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Noralyn Green and nephew, Roger Griffin.
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12 Condolence(s)
Billie Moody III
Monday, February 6, 2023
Margit Baker
Saturday, January 7, 2023
So sorry for your loss, Carol. May he Rest In Peace and may your memories of a lifetime with Jerry sustain you and bring you peace.
Bill & Nancy Geisweit
Monday, January 2, 2023
Dearest Carol,
We send our deepest sympathies for your lose.
Bill & Nancy Geisweit
Darcy Turner
Monday, January 2, 2023
Carol such a beautiful adventure you shared with Jerry. Your fond memories may give you some comfort now. Amen. Love to you. Darcy
Ronda Weyer
Sunday, January 1, 2023
Carol so sorry for your loss. Jerry was a wonderful friend. He will be missed. Sending Prayers for you for strength, peace and comfort, in the days, months, weeks & years to come. We are here for you if you ever need any thing. Love to you.
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Danny Woods
Sunday, January 1, 2023
Carol We are so sorry for your loss . Jerry was my friend we will miss him Our prayers are with you
Tammy Sanders
Saturday, December 31, 2022
Carol im so sorry for your loss. Jerry was a great man. My prayers are with you.
Tammy
Vanessa Southard
Thursday, December 29, 2022
Jerry was such a happy soul. He was quick with a smile, hug, a kind word. He gave much knowledge and friendship to many people of all ages during his time here. I am so thankful to have shared in his joy. I am also very thankful that our Lord found grace to give him plenty of time for friends and family to say their goodbyes. I know he is rejoicing in heaven with our Lord and his dear mother. Much prayers to you Carol as your life's journey is now on a new path. You have our number, call anytime. We love you very much.
Joann Farmer Montgomery
Thursday, December 29, 2022
Carol - I am very sorry about the loss of Jerry. You are in my
thoughts and prayers now and for the days ahead.
Tonie Davidson
Thursday, December 29, 2022
I’m so sorry for your loss Carol. Jerry was a great guy he always had a story and a smile for me when I would go over to your house. I know he will be greatly missed. Sending love and prayers to you Carol
Carol A Lee
Thursday, December 29, 2022
So very sorry for your loss. Jerry will be missed.
penny moody
Thursday, December 29, 2022
carol so sorry to hear about jerry if you need anything let me know, will be praying for you.