Mr. Jerome Royzell Russell
Funeral Notice
Mr. Jerome Royzell “Big G” Russell, 61, of Dadeville died Thursday, September 12, 2024, at the Compassus Bethany House, Auburn. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at New Popular Springs Baptist Church, 4853 North Thornton Rd, Dadeville at 12:00 p.m. (CST) with Rev. Richard D. Jacobs officiating. Interment will be in the New Hope Baptist Church Cemetery, Camp Hill. The remains will lie in state at the church from 11:00 a.m. (CST) until the funeral hour. Public viewing will be Tuesday, September 17, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (CST) at Vines Funeral Home.
“Big G”, as he was affectionately known, grew up in the Dadeville community. He was educated in the Tallapoosa County School District and was a graduate of the Dadeville High School Class of 1980, where he was part of the varsity football team “D Club.”
Jerome accepted Christ as his Savior at an early age and joined New Adka Baptist Church. He later moved his membership to New Popular Springs Baptist Church, where he remained a faithful member. Jerome actively served as part of the Laymen’s Ministry and the Deacon Board since 2007.
Jerome was a certified EMT. He was a faithful team member at Vines Funeral Home and Ambulance Service for over 20 years. He also volunteered with the Dadeville Fire Department for more than 30 years. In addition to a career as a first responder, Jerome served as mail clerk at Auburn University for 15 years and was a commercial driver for 10 years. More recently, Jerome joined the Stillwater Resort staff as security.
Jerome was a family man who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending quality time with his family and friends. “Big G” also loved college football and could be found cheering on the Alabama Crimson Tide every chance he got.
Mr. Jerome Royzell Russell leaves to cherish his memories: his wife of 18 years, Sonora Russell, Dadeville, AL; three daughters: Shondreka “Dreka” Burns, Cleveland, OH; Amber Alvies, Dadeville, AL; and Chanlon (DeJohn) Williams, Camphill, AL; one son, Princeston Johnson, Jacksonville, FL; mother, Geneva Russell, Dadeville, AL; one sister, Linda (Stanley) Crayton, Dadeville, AL; two brothers: Bernard (Lisa) Russell, Camp Hill, AL; and Milton Chambliss, Tallassee, AL; two uncles: Raymond Wyckoff, Jackson Gap, AL; and Thomas Wyckoff, Dadeville, AL; two aunts: Mary (Frank) Pogue and Mildred Crabb, both of Dadeville, AL; mother-in-law, Martha Burnette, Dadeville, AL; a special nephew, Ryan Russell, Dadeville, AL; special friends: Roger Vines, LaFayette, AL; Rev. George Pulliam, Dadeville, AL; Rev. Ed Vines, LaFayette, AL; Monk Leonard, Dadeville, AL; Rev. Richard Jacobs and the Deacons of New Popular Springs Baptist Church; 14 grandchildren, 1 great-aunt, 2 nieces, 4 nephews, 2 great-nieces, 3 great-nephews; 3 sisters-in-law; 2 brothers-in-law; and a host of other relatives and friends.
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Comments/Condolences
NAPOLEON WITHERS
So sorry for you loss
OSHIA CASON
Sorry for your lost keep your heads up I’ll keep the family in prayer
CHANNING TORBERT AND FAMILY
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.... We love you'll
MATT SKINNER
I am so sorry to hear this news. Praying for Sonora and his family during this time!
WINDY JOHNSON; WORK MANAGEMENT
During this difficult time, I hope you find moments of peace and strength. Though words may not ease the pain, may you soon find solace in cherished memories and moments of joy shared.
JERONTAVIOUS (BOOT) FLOURNOY
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
JOAN HICKEN
Jerome touched so many lives in the very best way. I'm grateful I got the chance to know him as a colleague and a friend. Please accept my deepest condolences to you over this loss. May the memories made together help you through this difficult time.
SUSAN MILLER
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I work at Facilities Management and did not know Jerome personally. Please accept my deepest condolences.
ADRIN RUSSELL
Jerome and I are 2nd Cousins, he is the Son of the Late Royzell which is my Granddaddy's Brother, the late Pearlie B Russell. I'm sending my condolences to Aunt Geneva, Linda, and Bernard. I Love Y'all!!!
JASON YEOMANS
I never once saw Jerome without a smile on his face! Really sorry to hear this news, prayers up for Sonora and all of his family and loved ones.
LILLIAN COX WILLIAMS
To the family of Mr Jerome Russell
Let not your heart be troubled;you believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father's house are many mansions; if it were not so I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.John 14:1-2 Remember the good times shared with your loved one. Sending love and prayers today and always. Lillian,Ted and Ursula Williams, Greensboro, North Carolina
GLYNN WILLIAMS
To the Family of Mr. Jerome Russell. I'm praying and thinking of you all in this time of your lost. We all will miss him very much.
LILLIAN COX WILLIAMS
To the family of Mr. Jerome Russell
Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father's house are many mansions; if it were not so I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.John 14:1-2. Remember to good times shared with your loved one. Sending our love and prayers today and always.
Lillian,Ted and Ursula Williams Greensboro, North Carolina
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