Barbara J. Russell

Barbara Jean Russell, age 73, of Knoxville went to be with her Lord and Savior November 18, 2014. Barbara truly loved reading. Her favorite novels were mystery and suspense. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, watching football, and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her son, Steve Russell; daughter Rebekah Smith; brothers, Kenneth Maples and David Maples; and sister, Charlotte Edwards. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Robyn and Tim Mathis; son, David Russell; sister Blanche Kinny; many beloved grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Family will receive friends 4-6pm Sunday with memorial service to follow at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel.