Robert Richard Russell
1921-1983


Robert Richard Russell was born May 3, 1921 at Greenwood, Sebadtian Co., Ar. to Ambrose Elbert & Gertrude Ethel Dodson Russell. Rober was married twice but only 1 marriage record has been found for he and Vilma Louise Cartis on October 31, 1952 in Van Buren, Crawford Co., Ar. His other wife was Bettty I. no maiden name found. She and Vilma are buried with him in the Fort Smith National Cemetery.

April 23, 1941 Robert registered for the military draft at Fort Smith, Sebastian Co., Ar. He enlisted in the US Army June 9, 1941 and served until January 5, 1945. Noting more is known about his service.

Robert Richard Russell passed away June 15, 1983 with his burial being in the National Cemetery in Fort Smith, Arkansas.