Joseph E. Russell

Joseph E. Russell, age 64, of Goodland, passed away Sunday, July 11, 2021 at his home. 

Joe was born July 19, 1956 to John E. and Edna M. (Meyer) Russell in Denver, Colorado.  He grew up and attended East High School in Denver.  On July 22, 2005 he married Vicky Fields in Goodland.  They moved to Goodland in 2012 and he worked as a truck driver for Helena Chemical.  Joe enjoyed car shows, construction and spending time with his family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Linda Stoudt. 

Joe is survived by his wife, Vicky; children, Johnny Franzen of Denver, CO and Jodi (Alex) Franzen of Aurora, CO; brothers, Ed (Melissa) Johnson of Aurora, CO and Johnny Russell of Gridley, CA; sister, Sharon (Jerry) Nay of Orem, UT; grandchildren, Dylan and Melanie; and many more family and friends. 

Memorials may be designated to Joe Russell Memorial Fund and may be left at the service or sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 278, Goodland, Kansas 67735.  Online condolences and information www.batemanfuneral.com

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