Allen Curtis Russell was born on May 19, 1951 in Helena, Arkansas to his proud parents, Clarence and Ann.  He lived in Snow Lake before moving to Marvell, where he attended public school until his graduation.  Allen then joined the U.S. Army.  After completing his service to his country, Allen returned and began working in a gin and farming.

He is survived by his two brothers, William David Russell (Donna) of Subiaco and Daniel Russell (Leslie) of Helena; two sisters, Linda Crisp (Mike) of Marvell and Dixie Lesley (Phillip) of Southaven, Mississippi; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Allen was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Scott Russell and Richard Russell; and two sisters, Gina Russell and Barbara Habeck.

There are no services scheduled for Mr. Russell.