James Dalman Russell, 82, passed away at his home on Monday, December 1, 2025 in Nevada, MO. James was born June 8, 1943 in Nevada to John David and Rosa Jane (Brewer) Russell. He married Aletta Mae Carpenter on June 10, 1963 in Nevada and she preceded him in death on October 11, 2006.
James was raised in Nevada and graduated from Nevada High School in 1963. He worked at Nevada State Hospital nearly 40 years until his retirement in 2003. James was a longtime member of the Calvary Baptist Church. He was known to be an avid fisherman all of his life.
Survivors include five children: James L. Russell (Delores), Sheldon, Cynthia Bray (Ernie), Neodesha, KS, Caroline McCartney (Larry), Walker, Wesley Russell, Nevada, James E. Russell, California; 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife Aletta, he was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, and four brothers.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 5, 2025 at Newton Burial Park in Nevada with Pastor Terry Mosher officiating. Friends may call now and until 9:00 a.m. on Friday at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.
Memorials are suggested in his name to the American Diabetes Association c/o Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.
