James Michael Russell, 72, of Paducah, passed away Saturday November 22, 2014 at his home.
Mr. Russell served during the Vietnam conflict and had received a commendation medal for sharpshooting.
He attended Heartland Worship Center . He was vice president of Valiant Mobile Homes in Elkhart, Indiana and held a patent with his brother on the remanufacturing of vacuum cleaners.
He is survived by six daughters, Lori Wright of Houston, Tx., Stacey James Michael Perez of Paducah, Candace Russell of Barlow, Julie Russell of Paducah, Kristain Russell of West Paducah, and Kari Russell of Kevil; three brothers, Robert Wayne Russell of Paducah, Alan Russell of Kevil, and Aubrey Russell of Kevil; one sister, Nancy Russell of Paducah; six grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James R. and Ruby E. Arington Russell.
Visitation will be from 11am to 1pm Monday December 1, 2014 at Spring Bayou Baptist Church with Funeral to follow at 1pm with Brother William Elledge officiating. Burial will follow at Spring Bayou Cemetery.
Lindsey Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.lindseyfuneral.com
