George Earl Russell

George Earl Russell was born Feb. 23, 1929 in Wichita Falls, Tx to George Pendeleton Russell and Virginia Elizabeth Russell. Earl is preceded in death by his brother Garland Russell and sisters Florice Eustis and Hazel Delbridge and a daughter Lisa Paige Russell.

Earl married Patricia Marburger on Dec. 22, 1959. They had a daughter Lisa Paige and two sons, Kevin Alan and Brett Douglas.

Earl worked for 17 years as a brick layer becoming a master mason. Following his masonry career, he attended North Texas University earning a Bachelor of Psychology degree, and then attending University of Denver earning a Masters of Social Work degree.

Earl had a 30 year career with the Veterans Administration Hospitals where he served as Service Chief.

A man of enduring faith; Earl prioritized his life as faith, family, and service. As an active member of his church, Earl taught the Bible, participated in men’s prayer and service groups, and went on mission trips. His hobbies included photography, hunting, and golf.

Earl will be remembered as a loving husband and father and a man of integrity and faith.

Thanks to V.A. Home Health Care team and Hospice of Lubbock

A graveside service for George will be held Friday, October 27, 2023 at 10:00 AM at Resthaven Memorial Cemetery, 5740 West 19th St, Lubbock, TX 79407.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.resthavenfuneralhome.com for the Russell family.