Jerry Dean Russell, 85, of Battle Creek, Michigan died January 21, 2021. He was born, September 18, 1935 in Dexter, Missouri, the seventh of eight children, to Nena and Roscoe Russell. He married Beverly A. Keathley on June 25, 1954.
They were blessed with four children, four grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. His career of 42 years was the Army National Guard. His loves were his family, his horses, gardening, and traveling. His trip to Ireland and Scotland, where his ancestors were from, was enjoyed on his 80th birthday. His greatest joy was spending time with his family and all the grandkids.
Jerry is survived by his wife of 66 years, Beverly; four children, Jerry Russell, Jr., LeAnne (Barry) Earls, Paula Saganek, and Robert Russell; brother, Jim (Carol) Russell; sister, Polly Sheets; four grandchildren, Nena (Chad) Seifert, Sarah (Mark) Ekkel, James Ethan Russell, and Jerry M. Russell; five great- grandchildren, Gennerosity, Aiden, Serennity, Trinnity, and Samantha, as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roscoe and Nena; sisters, Alice Keller, Ruth Gillian, Barb Edwards, and Betty Meyer; and brother, David Russell.
In accordance with Jerry’s wishes, cremation has taken place and he will be interred at Fort Custer National Cemetery on Monday, July 26, 2021 at 11:30 am. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Jerry’s name may be made to the Battle Creek Salvation Army, PO Box 93, Battle Creek, MI 49016. Personal message for the family may be placed at, www.baxterfuneral.com. Arrangements entrusted to Baxter Funeral & Cremation.