of Fifty Six, AR
July 6, 1942 - July 8, 2023
Russell P. Burrow, age 81, from Fifty Six, AR passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2023. Russell was the son of Robert O. (Shorty) Burrow & Vaudean Kynion Burrow. He was born on July 6, 1942 at home in the Allendale community in Monroe County, AR. Russell graduated from Brinkley High School in 1960 where he had the joy of meeting his lifetime best friend, Billy Patterson, whom he loved like a brother.
Russell cherished the time working on the family farm with his dad and brothers, Robert and Carl. He married Kay Deason Burrow and together they had two sons, Gary Dwayne & Russell Mitchum (Mitch) Burrow. He also has a daughter, Lisa Hankins Barnes.
For many years the Burrow farm shop was the place everyone in the community felt welcome to stop by. There was always lots of love, generosity and freshly prepared wildlife, fish or anything else they could find to cook. The family worked hard and made many memories farming together.
Due to physical injury and deteriorating health, Russell was forced into early retirement. Around 1990, to find solitude and to escape the demands of farming, Russell moved to Fifty Six, AR, where he started a new life in his quiet little shack. Exploring Stone County and every back road he could go down gave him joy, peace and contentment.
He was an avid hunter, trapper and fisherman. He always enjoyed gardening and sharing his freshly grown fruits and vegetables with his family, friends and neighbors.
Russell had a multitude of family and friends who loved him and would stop by to visit with him without notice. Together they would talk about the good ole days and enjoy the hospitality he always offered. Even though he suffered tragedy and hardship in life Russell had a blessed life and was always ready to help someone in need.
Russell was a member of the First Methodist Church in Mt. View, where he joined with his closest friends that were family to him, Shawn & Laurey Peck, along with good friends Danny & Regina Smith. Russell spent the final years of his life going to auctions, doctor visits and caring deeply for one another.
Russell is survived by his daughter, Lisa (Travis) Barnes; brother, Robert (Kay) Burrow; nephews, Ronnie (Delana) Burrow, Donnie Burrow, Kyn (Kim) Burrow; niece, Becca (Garett) Denton; grandchildren, Kayla (Alan) Woessner, Jonathan (Shelby) Barnes; great grandchildren, Atlas & Brielle Woessner and a host of extended family & friends.
Russell is preceded in death by his parents; wife; sons and his brother, Carl.
A memorial service will be held on 2 PM Sunday, July 16, 2023 at United Methodist Church, 116 Jefferson St, Mt View, AR 72560.
His cremated remains will be dispersed at various locations that had special memories to Russell in Stone County, Brinkley, and Choctaw Cemetery.
In lieu of food or flowers, the family request that donations be made in his memory to St Jude's or United Methodist Church - Mountain View, AR
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14 Condolence(s)
Archie Haynes
Friday, July 28, 2023
Prayers for Russell's family and friends. Russell was a great man and a friend to many. He will be missed. I visited him a few years ago in 56. We had a great visit. I will guarantee the radio station in Heaven is playing some Good Country Music.
Wally and Nina Shaw
Thursday, July 27, 2023
LEW E. SORRELLS
Tuesday, July 25, 2023
So sorry to lose an old-time friend!
Angela Martin Williams
Thursday, July 13, 2023
Lisa,
No words can stop your pain but your family is in many prayers. Mitch was probably the first one smiling and ready to meet him. 💔ðŸ™
Sandra johnson Shaban
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Classmate and my life long dear friend.
You will be dearly missed but knowing you are now out of all your bodily pain makes it easier to let you go
Rest in Peace dear Friend .
Sandy
Virginia Curtis Vandergriff
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
My Mother was Robert Burrows Sister. Uncle Bob we called him. When we were kids we lived in Benton and Bryant. We visited Kin Folks in Brinkley every Summer, Which included Uncle Bob, Aunt Vaudeen and Russell,Robert and Carl. I loved all of them, Especially Russell. I always remember how sweet and kind he was, and he was very Handsome. We had lots of fond memories of all our Burrow cousions. As we got older we did'nt see each other as much. Mainly at Funerals, which is a shame. Not too many of us old ones left,but we are left with good memories of those gone before us. RIP Russell and may God bless your extended Family! You were loved more than you know. Your Cousin, Jenny
Ken & Patricia Harris
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
So sorry for your loss.
Sending prayers and hugs to Lisa Barnes and family. God is close to the broken-hearted.
Carole Hancock
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
I am so sorry to hear about Russell passing away. I wasn’t in Russell’s grade at school, but, Brinkley is a small town and small school, everyone knew and liked everyone, he was a good friend of my little sister. He will be missed by many. Rest In Peace Russell 💕ðŸ™ðŸ’•
Sandra Johnson Shaban
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
So sorry to hear Russell has passed away. Russell used to spend night with Don and I when coming over so much to doctor. We were high school friends graduated together. Not easy losing a good friend. But at least now he is out of so much pain
Prayers for Family !
Mike & Catherine Burrow
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Scott Hart
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Many prayers
Bill & Pat Burgess
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Love & prayers to you. May God's peace that passes all understanding be yours during this time of sorrow.
Donna Hart
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
We are so very sorry for your loss. Know that we love you, we are praying for all of you, and we know you will see him again.
Randy and Brenda Bunker
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Condolences to the family and all who knew him. We loved Russell. He will be deeply missed and we are saddened by his passing.