James Edward

"Clean" Russell

Mr. James Edward "Clean" Russell was born July 11, 1955, to the late Bennie J. Russell and Ressie Mae Williams Russell in Meansville, Georgia. James was educated in  the Pike County School System.

James met the love of his life , Jacqueline "Molly" Russell, and they united in marrage on July 15, 1989. To this union, two sons were born, Kassie (Sadie) Driver and Octavious Russell.

James worked many construction jobs throughout his life. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He wa known as a mess talker, the life of the party, and someone who loved to make people laugh. James knew how to have a good time by any means necessary. If you knew James "Clean", then you knew he loved "Betsy" his station wagon.

On Monday, February 2, 2026, James "Clean" Russell was called home to be with the Lord. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bennie J. Russell and Ressie Mae Williams Russell, and his siblings, Laverne Russell, Bennie Russell, and Lucille Russell Walker.

James leaves his precious memories to be cherished by his loving and devoted wife, Jacqueline "Molly" Russell, his children, Kassian (Okelia) Driver, and Octavious Russell, and his grandchildren, Jada Driver, Cameron Driver, Beasyn Driver, Jada Artis, Carreah Manning, Shariyah Barkley, and marion White, his siblings, Barbara Ann Dewberry, Lindsey Joe Russell, Lillie Diercy, Essie Mae (Stanley) Gregory, and Darlene Russell. He also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who will miss him dearly.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Burden's Funeral Home. Service will be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 1:00 PM in the Chapel at Burden's Funeral Home. The body will lie in state one hour prior to the service hour. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery. Pastor Gerod D. Duff is the Eulogist.