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Aaron B. Russell, Sr.


Sunrise: July 24, 1946

Sunset: December 5, 2018

Aaron B. Russell, Sr. of Chesapeake, Virginia, departed this life on December 5, 2018. He was born on July 24, 1946 to the late Gertrude S. and Clarence B. Russell, Sr. and was a former member of New Light Full Gospel Baptist Church. Aaron graduated from Union Kempsville High School, class of 1965. He also graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from St. Augustine’s College in Raleigh, North Carolina in 1969 and returned to Virginia Beach where he remained most of his life. Aaron worked for over 40 years in the furniture sales business, Aaron recommitted himself to God and church and became a member of Union Baptist Missionary Church in Suffolk, VA. He found other outlets for his energy; indoor cycling and gardening. Aaron was a fixture of Bally’s and then One Life Fitness where he cycled 4-5 times a week and was an avid gardener.

Aaron was predeceased by his parents and siblings, Gertrude, Edward, Clarence, Audrey and Harvey. He leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife of 28 years, Carol B. Russell; son, Aaron B. Russell, Jr. (Leslie) and Christopher O. Russell (Becilia). He is also survived by two brothers, Rev. Dr. William E. Russell, and Lloyd Russell and two sisters-in-law, Sharon Russell and Gladys Russell. Aaron also was a loving grandfather to Christina Jasmine Russell and Kelsey Ann Russell. In addition, he leaves  to cherish his memory, his nieces, nephews, cousins, grandnieces, grandnephews, and many of friends who have known him since childhood or maybe just met him later in life.

No Public Viewing Wake Service Friday, December 14, 2018 6:00pm - 8:00pm Metropolitan Funeral Service 120 W. Berkley Avenue Norfolk, VA 23523 Service Saturday, December 15, 2018 11:00am Union Baptist Missionary Church 5414 Nansemond Parkway Suffolk, VA 23435 Interment Woodlawn Memorial Gardens 6309 E. Virginia Beach Boulevard Norfolk, VA 23504

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    The Weaver, Epps and Hargrove family from Union Baptist Missionary church says

    Deepest sympathy to the Russell family. Knowing Aaron was a pleasure. He was such a joy to be around. He will be missed by most that knew him,

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    Debra Wiggins says

    While looking for an obituary of a friend, I saw Mr. Russell’s Obituary. I was shocked because I haven’t seen Mr. Russell in a number of years.

    Mr. Russell was my “GO TO” sales representative at Haynes Furniture Store; and if I didn’t him when I entered the store, I would walk throughout the store until I found him. If he was working with other customers, he would pause to say, “How are doing; I will be right with you. He was well worth the wait!

    Mr. Russell was awesome in Character, and a professional in every aspect of business.

    To Mr. Russell’s family, you will be in my thoughts and prayers, and the memories that I have of one of God’s best will always be cherished and appreciated.

    Peace and Love❤️ Debra Bell Wiggins

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    Mark Smith/Russell Delegaton says

    Condolences to Rev. Dr. Wiiliam Russell and the Entire Russell family at this time. Sending prayers from Wilmington Delaware where Rev William E. was my Pastor and Principal. I was blessed as a member of Simpson UMC and served as Chairman of Russell Delegation named in his honor. Truly the Russell family has been a blessing to the Kingdom. Our prayers and love are with you now and always. GraceandPeace

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    David & Elder Shirley Newsome says

    Our deepest condolences to you upon the passing of Aaron Russell
    Please accept our heartfelt sympathies on the loss of your loved one. Our prayer and love is with you now and always.

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    Jackie Freeman says

    RIPMr.Aaron Russell ,My Prayers are with the Russell family. May God bless and strengthen your family

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