Mr. Charles Edward Russell

Mr. Charles Edward Russell, 80, of Hope, Arkansas passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024, in Texarkana, Texas. Charles was born May 21, 1944, in Minden, Louisiana, to the late Berlin Russell and Viola Casey Russell.

He was an avid Arkansas Razorback fan who looked forward to watching the hogs play in the fall and watching NASCAR on Sundays. He was an easy-going man who never met a stranger. He met and married the love of his life, Carolyn in 1971. Together they raised their family with so much love and pride.

Charles is survived by two sons, Phillip Russell (Kelley) of Hope, and William Russell (Wendy) of Benton. Six grandchildren: Jacob Russell (Brittany), Lakin Cortes (Luis), Dalton HuIett, Jack Russell, Courtney Stone, Dustin Stone. Four great-grandchildren: Isaac, Layne, Addie, Luca. Daughter-n-law: Selina Russell, two sisters: Reba Morehead (Charles), Melba Skinner, and one brother, Tommy Russell (Ada).

He is preceded in death by his parents, his loving wife of 48 years, Carolyn Russell; one son Mark Russell, one sister, Linda Crane and one brother, David Russell.

Visitation will be held at Brazzel Oakcrest Chapel on November 29 from 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM, with graveside service to follow at 2:00 PM at Foster Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Brazzel Oakcrest Funeral Home of Hope. Ben Brazzel Director.

Online condolences: www.brazzelfuneralhomes.com