Charles Eugene

(Pete) Russell, Sr.

Charles Eugene (Pete) Russell, Sr. went to be with our Lord on June 21, 2023.

Charles was born in Wichita Falls, Tx on July 23, 1955, he was 67 years old.

Charles was a General Contractor for B and L Maintenance and Construction for 25 years, he was also a Deacon of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Wichita Falls.

He married his best friend Rena Russell on April 16, 1977, and they just celebrated 46 years together.

This union resulted in the birth of Brandice Dionne Snowden (Glenn McGee) and Charles E. Russell, Jr. (Austina Holman). Grandchildren Grace Elizabeth Pearce, Isabella Rose (Toby) Snowden, David Massengale, Mathew Massengale, Tristan Massengale, and great grandson Declan Massengale.

He is survived by his brother Raymond V. (Randy) and his sister Virgie Elaine Gibson. He was preceded

In death by his parents Melvin Russell and Thelma (Micky)Hammett Russell.

Charles graduated for S.H. Rider High School in 1973 and joined the United States Marine Corp. He was very proud of his service to his country (Once a Marine Always a Marine).

Charlie was not the least bit afraid to share his faith in Jesus Christ and tried to live his faith every day.

Charles was a member of the North Texas Umpires Association for over 25 years and had to stop calling ball games due to his health. Anytime there was a Ranger game on he was in front of the television watching the game. He was also a big fan of college baseball and college softball.

A memorial service is planned for 10AM July 1, 2023 at Emmanuel Baptist Church 220 Valley View Road (Loop 11) Wichita Falls, TX officiated by Bill Pursley, Jr., and Jeff Hughes Pastors.