Mr. Russell Lydell Smith
July 24, 1961 - March 22, 2013
Russell Smith was born July 24, 1961 to Dorothy Jackson and Johnnie Smith in Seattle, Washington. Russell is survived by his mother, Dorothy Jackson; his three children Akilah Smith-Wellborn, Colin Clark, and Deonte Smith; his four grandchildren, Nevaeh Clark, Kaylen Clark, Colin Clark Jr., and Chyna Wellborn; and his five siblings, Valerie Smith, John Davis, Randall Smith, Rydell Smith, and Centrina Jackson; and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and friends. Russell was preceded in death by his father Johnnie Smith of Beaumont Texas. Russell grew up with his younger two brothers in the Leshi area where he attended Leshi Elementary. He then went on to graduate from Queen Anne High School. Russell was very athletic and loved playing basketball and football. He played competitive sports from the little league level at the Rainier Playfield to the high school level. He emphasized fitness, health, and nutrition and could often be found working out at the gym or encouraging his family to adopt healthier lifestyles. Russell was an extremely hard worker, who specialized in the construction field. He was genuine, straight-forward, and blessed with wonderful sense of humor that enabled him to develop friendships whereever he went. He valued family and was always concerned about the well being of his family members. We miss you Russell and we know for sure that we will see you again.
Russell Smith was born July 24, 1961 to Dorothy Jackson and Johnnie Smith in Seattle, Washington. Russell is survived by his mother, Dorothy Jackson; his three children Akilah Smith-Wellborn, Colin Clark, and Deonte Smith; his four grandchildren,... View Obituary & Service Information