Rev. Earl D. Russell-age 72 of Luttrell went to be with the Lord, Thursday, February 19, 2026. He was a man’s man but most important he was a man of Jesus. He loved his grandkids dearly. He was the last one of the best finish carpenters around. He had two wonderful daughters and wonderful son-in-law and ex son-in-law. Preceded in death by his mother, Francine Russell; father, Curtis Russell; brothers and sisters, Wanda, Linda, Wayne, Arnold.

He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Donna Faye Russell; daughters, Rebecca Wilkinson and former husband, Brett, Sabrina Taylor and husband, Matt; grandsons, Eli, Ethan, Luca, Easton; sister, Brenda; brother, Carson and a host of other relatives and friends.

The family will receive friends 4-6 p.m. Sunday, February 22, 2026, with the funeral service to follow at 6 p.m. Sunday, Cooke-Campbell Mortuary Chapel, Dr. Jerry W. Taylor officiating, with music by Donnie Pittman. Interment 11 a.m. Monday, February 23, 2026, Savage Cemetery, Luttrell. Family and friends will meet 10 AM Monday at the funeral home to go with the procession. Pallbearers: Eli Taylor, Ethan Taylor, Luca Wilkinson, Easton Taylor, Ray Chadwick, Donnie Pittman, Brett Wilkinson. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.