Chris Alan Russell, beloved husband, father, Grandad, and faithful servant of Christ, entered his heavenly home on April 8th at the age of 67. Surrounded by his loving family, he peacefully transitioned from this life into the arms of his Lord and Savior.

Born on January 6, 1958, in Dearborn, Michigan, Chris was raised in Taylor, where he met the love of his life, Mary Lou. They were married on August 3, 1979, and shared 45 wonderful years together.

Chris is survived by his devoted wife Mary Lou, their four children—Tara, Emily (Blair), Charley (Sarah), and Chris Jr. (Erin)—and nine cherished grandchildren: Russell, Ryan, Dane, Ava, Jacob, Riley, Gavin, Paul, and Faith. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Wanda Carroll; his sister, Janine (Steve); and brothers Mike (Bonnie) and Jeff (Joanne). He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Nadine Russell, and his father-in-law, William Carroll.

Chris was a proud and dedicated Millwright at Ford Motor Co. and a UAW member of Local 845 for 40 years. He was respected for his strong work ethic, craftsmanship, and camaraderie with his co-workers. After retiring in 2016, Chris and Mary Lou became snowbirds spending their winters in Gold Canyon, Arizona. There they enjoyed the warm weather, new friendships, and daily walks surrounded by breathtaking landscapes of the Superstition Mountains.

Summers were spent in the Upper Peninsula, where Chris and his sons built a beloved family cabin on Lake Milakokia—his "happy place." He loved quiet mornings listening to loons, watching for eagles, and grilling his famous B.A.B.'s for all to enjoy. He had a love of cooking and no one went hungry on his watch. He enjoyed the beautiful sunsets, evening games of five crowns, and time spent with family and friends.

He had a remarkable gift for making people laugh, always ready with a quick wit or a great story that lifted the spirits of everyone around him. Chris brought joy and laughter wherever he went.

He was also a man of deep faith and, alongside Mary Lou, a devoted member of the Gold Canyon Church of Christ. His love for God shone through in his kindness, generosity, and the way he treated others. Chris will be deeply missed, but his legacy lives on in the family he cherished and the countless lives he touched.

2 Timothy 4: 7-8
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day-and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.