Obituary of Robert A. Russell

Robert A. Russell Sunrise 9 - 8 - 52 Sunset 4 - 6 - 16 On Wednesday, Robert "Bubba" Russell, 63, was received into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. His was a life filled with family, friends, farm, and faith. Bubba was born in Deptford but also lived in Camden, Pittsgrove, and most recently in North Vineland. He worked as a truck driver for R. Fanelle's Sons for over 30 years and dedicated the rest of his time to his beloved horses and his farm. A proud longtime member of the Game Horse Association of New Jersey, he enjoyed competing, setting events, tending the gate, selling 50-50 tickets ("Don't be so che-e-e-ap!"), cheering and helping anyone in need. He also enjoyed rodeo, ranch events, and trail riding. Robert leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Dorothy Russell; brothers George, Jimmy, Lynwood, and Edward; sisters Mary, Sally, and June; daughters Deanna, Celeste, and Dominique; wife Michelle; the GHANJ and hundreds of dear friends and relatives. He was predeceased by his father William; brothers Ray, Raymond, Lawrence, William Jr., and Joe Bowens; sisters Dorothy Mae and Patricia Bowens; sons Robert Jr, Bobbie, Jason, and Jeremy. Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 11, 2016 at 11am at DeMarco-Luisi Funeral Home 2755 S. Lincoln Ave., Vineland. Robert will be laid to rest at Odd Fellows Cemetery, Deptford, NJ. Family and friends will be received on Sunday from 4pm to 7pm and again on Monday morning from 9am to 11am at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, Bubba's family requests a donation to a charity of one's choice.