Aristle C. "Pistol" Russell

Aristle Clell Russell (aka A.C. or Pistol) passed from this earth on Sunday, February 21, 2016, while surrounded by his loving family. Pistol was born on December 8, 1922 in Sunset, Texas then spent his youth in Martha, Oklahoma on his family’s cotton farm. They survived the toughest of times, including The Great Depression, through their Christian faith, hard work and great senses of humor. He served in the Navy during WWII and the Korean War, earned a Bachelor’s degree in Education and a Masters in Administration at Oklahoma City University. His professional career was spent in the OKC school district where he retired after many years as an elementary school principal. His wisdom will live on in all those who were influenced by this wonderful man. He is survived by wife Wilda, son Jeff Russell (spouse Mary Carol), and daughter Becky Russell Spears (spouse Stan). Granddaughters Heather Akard (spouse Kelly), Megan White (spouse Chaz) and Anna Spears. Great grandchildren Izaac, Oliver, Van, Jax and (soon to be born) Atalyn. He is preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Juanita, son Steven, father Lester, mother Lois, and his siblings Basil and Altabelle. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Make A Wish Foundation of Oklahoma. A private graveside service will be held in Oklahoma City on Thursday, February 25th. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Aristle C. "Pistol" Russell please visit our Sympathy Store.