William “Russell” Marshall, age 91, departed this life peacefully at home on Tuesday, December 28, 2021. He was born in Pontchatoula, LA and a long-time resident of Norco, LA. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 73 years, Betty Jean Marshall. Loving father of Linda Susan Marshall Johnson, Kevin Scott Marshall (Pat), and the late Vickie Ann Orand. He is also preceded in death by his parents, William C. Marshall (Red) and Doris Tucker Marshall; brother, Melvin Norby Marshall; and sister, Yvonne Shirley Woods. Grandfather of Christopher Adam Johnson, Elizabeth Marie Johnson Hill, Jennifer Lynne Dennis, and Christopher Michael Marshall. Great-grandfather of Chase Johnson, Tabitha Hill, Fiona Hill, Dru Dennis, Briona Bonstaff, and Alexis Bonstaff. He was also a great-great-grandfather to Brooklyn Rose Dennis.
We are grateful and thankful for his Compassus Hospice nurses, Carly and Candice, and his loving caregiver aide, Sarah, who made her visits extremely enjoyable with lots of caring fun and laughter.
A Celebration of Life will be held in February of 2022 in honor of his 92nd birthday. Details will be announced at a later date.
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