Martin Gary Russell

February 18, 1945 - December 9, 2021

Martin Gary Russell went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, December 8, 2021, at the age of 76. He was born on February,18, 1945 to the late Wilma and William Jess Russell. Beloved husband of the late Nancy Lou Gerrard Russell for over 50 years. Loving father of C. Brett Russell and Shelley Russell Noles (Robert). Papa of Caden Russell and Samuel Russell. Brother of Maxine Edwards (the late, Billy). Also survived by many nieces and nephews and loved by countless family and friends. He was a native of Lawrence, KS, and a resident of Yazoo City, MS until he married Nancy Lou Gerrard. Then they lived in Luling, LA for 50 years. He graduated from Mississippi State University and worked at Union Carbide as a safety care coordinator. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Kenner for over 30 years. Martin’s joy and delight was to spend time with his family whom he loved fiercely. He gave freely of his time and talents when his friends and family were in need. He loved his church family and serving others with the love of Christ along with Nancy. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Visitation and Memorial Service at First Baptist Church of Kenner Fellowship Hall, 1313 Clay Street, Kenner on Saturday, April 2, 2022. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. followed by a Memorial Service at 10:00 a.m. For those inclined, in lieu of flowers please make donations to Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home & Family Ministries (https://www.lbch.org/). Arrangements by L. A. Muhleisen & Son Funeral Home. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.muhleisen.com