Patricia Pearson Russell

Patricia Pearson Russell, age 74, of McCalla was called to her eternal home on November 4, 2024. She was born December 30, 1949, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, to Oscar and Lesta Pearson. She loved the Lord, her family, and her friends. She will be remembered for being a wonderful wife, loving mother, and an awesome Grammy. Patsy was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, George Larry Russell, the love of her life. She is survived by her sons, William “Wes” (Susanne) Russell of Birmingham and Christopher “Todd” (Kari) Russell of Franklin, Tennessee; her grandchildren, Hudson Russell, William Russell, Caroline Grace Russell, Adam Russell, Eden Russell and Anne Russell; her sister Barbara (Butch) Hughey, of Brent; her nephew Matt (Kristie) Hughey of Centreville; and her niece Holly (Josh) Goff of Hoover. Patsy grew up in Centreville, Alabama, and attended Bibb County High School. She attended the University of Alabama and after graduation moved to Harrisburg, PA. After returning to Alabama, she became engaged to Larry, and they were married on June 29, 1973. They started their family in Bluff Park and moved to Rock Mountain Lakes in 1981, where Patsy lived for over 40 years. Patsy volunteered with the PTA at the boy’s elementary school for numerous years, which resulted in her desire to return to the University of Alabama to pursue an elementary education degree. She taught 3rd grade at McAdory Elementary School. Her perfectionist passion for teaching was evident in the stories from her former students, many remembering her etiquette and manner lessons. Patsy was a long-time, active member of Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, serving faithfully in numerous capacities through the years, including Secretary, Administrative Board, Joy Circle, Chancel Choir, and Worship Chairperson. She also helped re-establish the library in the newly-built family life center. Wes and Todd and their families would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Patsy’s caregivers (Priscilla Wilson, Annie Myrick, Christine Davis, and Teresa Splawn), who took such great care of her and loved her so well at the end of her life. Visitation will be held at Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, in McCalla, on Wednesday, November 6, from 5 pm to 7 pm. The funeral service will also be held at Pleasant Hill, on Thursday, November 7, at 11:00 am, with the graveside service immediately following at Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery. Reverends Bobby Scales and Monica Harbarger will be officiating. Pallbearers will be Wes Russell, Todd Russell, Hudson Russell, William Russell, Adam Russell, Ronnie Pearson, Matt Hughey, and Barry Pearson. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Big Oak Ranch, 6000 Shelley Drive, Springville, AL 35146. Bessemer Brown Service Funeral Home will be directing. Rev. Bobby Scales will be officiating the service.

Patricia Pearson Russell

December 30, 1949 - November 4, 2024