Thinking of Kelly today with a smile in my heart!  I’m a more patient PT, mom, and grandma because of Kelly.  How I remember his many moods!  He didn’t need words to get his point a cross.  You are missed, Kelly.  I’ll see you in Heaven!

Today I choose to remember Kelly and the way his whole face smiled when we went outside or danced in the gym!  Miss you buddy! Till we meet again! 😍

My first memory of Kelly was at the Catholic Church we attended as a kid he was always there happy and making everyone smile. Later Paula would ask my mother if she could help take care of Kelly, she couldn’t and volunteered me. I spent the next two years helping care for Kelly every day after school and during summer vacation. It seriously was the best thing that ever happened to me! If I had never taken that job it wouldn’t have led me to my career and passion now. I am a Physical Therapist Assistant and have been for 10 years, and every time I have a patient ask me about what led me into Physical Therapy. I jokingly tell them it wasn’t because I was very athletic, and then I tell them about Kelly. I was so lucky to find my passion at such a young age and I feel blessed every day that God brought Kelly and I together for a short time. In Judaism with the death of a loved one they say “May his memory be for blessing” never have I found more meaning in those words then now.   Kelly’s “blessings” truly have left their mark on all our hearts and we are each a little bit better for knowing him and being apart of his beautiful story. 

Please know that you are loved and we care! Praying for you and all your family. Looked like your son had a beautiful life and was well cared for. He was a handsome young man with a beautiful smile and sweet heart! May GOD be with you!          Your CCMG Friend, Ann Baker

My first memory is babysitting for him when he was a baby and I was 11. Watching him grow over the years, his loving smile and caring eyes could always warm a room. Kelly always reminded me that the eyes and smile are the windows to the soul and give us a brief glimpse of God. You are both close in my heart and in my prayers for comfort and peace, Paula and James. 

I am so sorry for your loss.  I always enjoyed hearing stories about your sweet son that were shared with us at the Extension Office.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your husband and family.  May God wrap you in His loving arms and provide you a peace that defies all understanding.  

Paula, 
So very sorry to learn of the loss of your son.  My love and prayers go out to you and yours.
I'm here if you need anything

Blessings,
Margaret

Paula and James,
I will never forget my days with Kelly before LNLC had its name and newer location; formerly The Center for Exceptional Children.  His favorite spot was in front of the 100 gallon tank aquarium watching the fish or glued to the front of my desk watching me.  He certainly had an understanding of what he was supposed to hear and what he wasn’t supposed to know; turning those big eyes and smiling to the moon and back. As you well know, he really held an interest in turning that smile and giggle on to ALL of the pretty girls who entered his space!  (Such a ladies man.). Kelly was the highlight of many of my days in that classroom.   He held many many secrets within his sweet sweet soul. You two have been a huge blessing to so many!  May God continue to spread his love upon your lives.  Many Blessings.  Judy

Paula, I wish I knew the right words to say, but all I can think to say is that your Master Gardener family loves you. God has His arms around you during this time of grief and adjustment. Lean on Him and you will find comfort. Call on any of us if we can help in any way.
Your friend,
Alice Broome

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James Kelly Blevins Russell

April 19, 1988 – March 7, 2019

Southern Heritage Funeral Home & Cemetery

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