Keith “Lil Keith” Anthony Russell Jr. passed away after suffering a tragic accident at work in Houston, TX. He is the beloved son of Keith Russell Sr. and Jane Urbeso Russell. Loving brother of Raymond Leroux (Raychelle) and Desiree Russell (Brandon). Grandson of Joseph Urbeso and the late Diane Urbeso, Warren Russell Jr. and Sandra Russell. Nephew of Paul Russell (Sherry), Troy Russell Sr., Georgiana Urbeso and Joe Urbeso III. Uncle of Emily Leroux, Sophia Leroux, Olivia Leroux, Jocelynn Simonaux, Noel Simonaux, Noah Simonaux and Hazel Simonaux. He is also survived by his extended family, David Kenny (Julie), John Kenny (Tania), Dawn Russell, Robert Estopinal (Trudy), Ward Tassin, along with the Ellison Family and many cousins, relatives and dear friends. Keith was born in New Orleans, LA and a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish and Ponchatoula, currently residing in Houston TX where he enjoyed a career with Stolthaven Terminals. When not working, Keith lived aquiet life with a small group of close friends. He loved the UFC, was an avid player of fantasy football, a lifelong gamer and loved the laughter of his friends. He was a dedicated and loving son, brother and a good friend to those who knew him. He will be deeply missed by all who were touched by his love, kindness, laughter and compassion. Relatives and friends attended a visitation at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Thursday, September 22 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., followed by a Funeral Mass in Keith’s memory that began at 2 p.m. He will be laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.
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