Kyle David Russell
Kyle David Russell, age 24, of 3208 Fox Run East, died on Tuesday, December 1, 2009 in Barnes Hospital in St. Louis after a courageous battle with leukemia. He was born on September 18, 1985 in Quincy the son of Steven & Lynette (Mayfield) Russell. Kyle was a 2004 graduate of Quincy Notre Dame where he had been the co-captain of the Soccer team. Kyle was a student at Western Illinois University studying Law Enforcement and Military Science. He was also extremely proud of his ROTC and his National Guard service. Kyle was an avid outdoorsman enjoying camping, fishing, and hunting.
Kyle touched many lives in his lifetime and was also appreciative of those people with whom he came in contact with.
Kyle is survived by:
HIS PARENTS: Steve and Lynette Russell of Quincy
HIS PATERNAL GRANDMOTHER: Norma Russell
HIS MATERNAL GRANDMOTHER: Betty S. Mayfield
A BROTHER: Craig Russell
THE LOVE OF HIS LIFE: Whitney Bahlmann
UNCLES: Jim Russell and his wife Patti, Perry Mayfield and his wife Barb, and Blaine Mayfield.
AUNTS: Milana Adams, Davala Mayfield, and Renee Mayfield
FIVE COUSINS: Jimmy Russell, Bradley and Brandon Mayfield, Mason and Clayton Adams along with other relatives and many friends also survive.
He was preceded in death by Paternal Grandfather: James E. Russell and Maternal Grandfather: David L. Mayfield.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at 12:30 PM at the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home and at 1:00 PM in the Church of St. Peter by Father John Burnette. Interment in Calvary Cemetery with military honors. Visitation will be held on Friday evening from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Family, Leukemia Research, or to the Church of St. Peter.
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I went to school with Kyle and was a fellow Cadet. Kyle was an incredible person who would do anything for anyone. I remember him in such incredible health. He was extremely involved in Rangers, ROTC, College clubs, but was extremely devoted to his studies and his friends. He loved everyone. I have thought of Kyle often in the last months. Kyle is in heaven with his grandfathers and is no longer struggling. He will be a part of our lives always.
Kyle was such a genuine and caring person. He truly had strong morals, and he believed in serving others as seen through his service to the Army. Mr. and Mrs. Russel raised a wonderful son to be so proud of.
To Kyle’s family – My deepest sympathies to you. Kyle was a wonderful person. I will always remember that smile and his positive spirit. I will miss him greatly as I’m sure many will. May God be with you during this time.
Kyle,
You will be sorely missed. The angels must have need another leader amongst them. I will see you again. Rest in Peace Brother!
We are very sorry for your loss. Kyle was in the ROTC with my Husband Adam and both were criminal Jusice majors. He will be missed by very many people as he has touched a lot of people with his kindness.
Steve, Lynette & Craig:
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of Kyle. I never met him but I know what a courageous battle he fought for the past year or so and how deeply his struggle affected all of your lives. You were all in my thoughts and prayers daily. I will be unable to come to visitation or the funeral because of my own health issues but please know that I will be there in spirit. May God bless you all and give you the peace that comes with time.
Steve, Lynette, Jim, Patti and family:
I am so sorry for the loss of you son, nephew. You and your family are in my family’s prayers.
All my love,
Sandy
My condolenses and heartfelt prayers go out to the Russel family in this time of bereavement. Kyle was an inspirtion as well as a leader for the ROTC program at Western Illinois University. He was always quick to crack a joke, lend a hand, and be a friend to us all. We all greatly mourn the loss of Kyle, specially of those who looked up to him. There was not a better cadet or a finer man than Kyle. His death is a loss not only to you, the ARMY, and the world. The world is a lesser place without him. I know that Kyle is in the hands of GOD now, and will continue to look out for his family and friends from above.
Sadly,
Joseph Laz
We are so fortunate that Kyle touched our lives. What an incredible young man!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
If ever there is anything we can do for you (no matter how big or small) PLEASE don’t hesitate.
In love & friendship,
Tom and Marty
I worked with Kyle for 4 years at the student recreation center at Western Illinois University. I am deeply saddened by the news of his passing and my thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family and friends. I had no idea he had been battling such an illness. He was an amazing guy and I am so sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am greatful to be able to have gotten a chance to know Kyle in life, ROTC, and college. I feel safe knowing he is up there flying with the guardian angels now. Love always- 1LT ASH REEVES
Steve, Lynette and Craig – we were so saddened when we received the news of Kyle’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. God Bless.
Lonnie, Meliss, Devan, Griffin and Peggy
On behalf of the School of LEJA please accept our condolences.
Please accept my heart felt the loss of Kyle in your lives. We have all hoped and prayed during the last year for Kyle and your family. God be with you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you. Love, Peggy, Angela and Odie
Julia, Michael and I are so very, very sorry to hear about Kyle. Our family treasured his friendship and will pray for him and your family. Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be with us forever. Fondly, Julia and Michael Siegle and Beth McAvoy
Lynette,Steve and Craig – I am sorry that I will not be able to attend the visitation because I have an appointment with my doctor in St. Louis that afternoon and am meeting our son, Cory, for dinner at his restaraunt. We will be attending the funeral on Saturday morning. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Sincerely, Jenny Shupe
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My daughter, Megan Breen was in ROTC with him and I know she thought very highly of him and will miss his friendship.
Sincerely, Lisa Coffey
Steve, Lynette & Craig, We are all so deeply saddened by Kyle’s death. He was a wonderful young man and he will be missed by all whose life he touched and more. Our deepest sympathy to you and all your family.
Nancy, Ron & Zac Greer
I was truly saddened by the passing of Kyle David Russell. He was an enthusiastic, polite, and positive young man. Kyle was passionate about completing his law enforcement degree even with the enormous obstacles confronting him. I know he was looking forward to experiencing his final LEJA major requirement, internship, and I am disheartened that he was not able to accomplish that goal. Kyle will be missed as he has left a lasting impression on many individuals. I wish to extend my condolences to his entire family and all who had the pleasure of knowing Kyle.
Ken Durkin, Professor/Internship Coordinator, WIU – LEJA
We are so sorry for your loss. Keep your faith.
Barb Duesterhaus
Bret
Erin
Jill
Blake
To the Ruseel Family, Nothing can express the words on loosing a child, I lost my son SPC Seth Sanders just a few short weeks ago he was 22yrs and also in the National Guard. I know how you are all feeling and to Kyles mother from one mother to another, I understand. My son too was proud of his service and just come from Iraq, when he had gotten sick, I pray that peace be with you and your family, I pray you find some peace in all this, Its only been a few short weeks since my sons passing I miss him everyday, I cry everyday. May God be with your family during this time SFC Maureen Sanders A Co 2/130 Inf West Frankfort
Steve, Lynette & Craig~
We are so sorry for the loss of your son and brother. Please know that our thoughts and prayers have been with you and your entire family. May God give you the strength you need to get through these very difficult days ahead and holiday season.
Sincerely,
Jason and Amanda
Steve, Lynette and Craig. We are so sorry for your loss. Just know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Kyle was such a handsome young man. He left this world too early. God must have had a special task for him to do.
Please accept my deepest sympathies during your time of grief. We were sad to hear about Kyle’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the good times you shared help comfort you through these trying times.
(Odie, Michelle, Karissa, and Christian) (Mike and Peggy’s son)
Dear Steve, Lynette, and Craig:
I’m so sorry about Kyle. The news was shared at work. Please know that you have everyone’s love, support, thoughts, and prayers. People are working together so as many people as possible can go to the visitation. I plan on slipping out of work around four o’clock.
If there is anything I personally can do for you please don’t hesitate to let me know what needs to be done, or have someone else let me know. Nothing is too small or too large.
Listen to your soul and know God is in front of you to lead you, beside you to be your comfort, above you to cover you, and below you to lift you up.
All God’s Blessings to your entire family,
Debbie
I am an Assistant Director of Campus Recreation at WIU. I remember Kyle as a hard working, very polite young man. I am sorry for your loss, and our prayers are with your family.
Dear Russell Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all this day while you gather to honor Kyle. He was such a brave and courageous young man and we will always cherish our sweet memories of him. May the Lord comfort and console each of you and let us trust in Him that Kyle is home at last. Our love to all, Kathy, Gene, Jeffrey and Patrick
RIP, Kyle. You will be missed.
My heart goes out to the family. Kyle was a special young man..He had an infectious laugh that lite up the room..You could always tell when he was up to some mischievous deed. He was very proud of the work he was doing with ROTC it showed in every aspect of his daily life. Kyle will be missed by all who had the chance to know him.. I was blessed to have worked with him during his time at WIU