of Paris, AR
July 4, 1932 - February 22, 2024
There are no more crops to tend, no cows to feed. The harvest is over for Russell M. Featherston, 91 of Paris Arkansas. He was born July 4, 1932 to Garland and Rulie Featherston, passing away February 22, 2024. He is survived by his wife and helpmate of nearly 65 years, Yvonne Featherston; two daughters, Margaret Cotton of Maumelle and Martha Nehus and husband Nathaniel of Benton; one son, Billy James Featherston and wife Debbie of Paris and one sister, Sally Featherston Hallum of McKinney, Texas. He was Papa Russell to Mariah Nehus, Elijah Nehus and wife Asmita, Megan Featherston, Brad Featherston, and Mary Cotton. Other survivors include many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by his brother Bill Featherston, sister Joyce Featherston Merrick, and son in law Stan Cotton.
With exception of his college years and military service, he lived his entire life on his family farm in rural Logan County, milking dairy cows, raising beef cattle and row crop farming. He found time to enjoy attending any activities where he could watch his children and then grandchildren. He was an active member of his community who found many ways to give back, especially through his leadership roles in organizations including Logan County Farm Bureau, Logan County Fair Board, ASCS, Gray Rock Water Users Association Board and Logan County Cattlemen's Association. He was a member of Cumberland Presbyterian Church.
A visitation will be held from 3:00-5:00 p.m., on Sunday, February 25, 2024 at Roller Funeral Home Chapel.
The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Monday, February 26, 2024 at Roller Funeral Home Chapel officiated by Rev. Bill VanMeter and Rev. Joe Bagwell. Burial will follow in McKendree Cemetery under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Tom Hixson, Jim Hixson, Harold ''PeeWee'' Schluterman, Joe Don Koenigseder, Junior Crane and Bobby Floren.
Honorary pallbearers will be Pete Thompson, Reggie Grist, Wayne Grist, Robert Poole, Raymond Smith, Johnny Spellins and Bob Porter.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the North Logan County Fair Association or any charity of your choice.
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42 Condolence(s)
Sabrina
Saturday, March 2, 2024
So sorry for your loss
Evelyn Hatcher
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Mark snd I are so sorry to hear of Mr. Featherston. You have our deepest sympathy. Such a sweet person!
Joanne
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
So very sorry for your loss. It never is really the same after you lose your parents but God is in control and he knows best. He can give you all strength when it seems you have none he will carry you through all my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joanne
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
So very sorry for your loss. It never is really the same after you lose your parents but God is in control and he knows best. He can give you all strength when it seems you have none he will carry you through all my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Susan E. Johnson
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Our love and prayers are with you all. Russell was, indeed, an exceptional man who will be dearly missed. Rest in peace.
James and Peggy Hixson
Monday, February 26, 2024
Yvonne, Margaret, Martha, Bill and family,
James and I are truly saddened by your loss of Russell. He was such a kind man and would always stop to say hello and visit. Great friend??prayers!
Terri Featherston Friemel
Sunday, February 25, 2024
So sad to loose russell i always enjoyed our talks. My prayers and thoughts go out to the family love yall
Valerie Clayton Andrews
Sunday, February 25, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort and peace.
Lori Featherston-Glover
Sunday, February 25, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about Russell, he was such a sweet man, and boy did he like to talk. I have alot of memories of going to his and Yvonne's house and seeing them at all the family reunions and Russell coming over to our house in Subiaco and sitting on the front porch chatting away to my daddy. Put them two together and they never ran out of something to talk about. I know he will be missed by many. My thoughts, love and prayers are with Yvonne, Margaret, Martha, Billy and all of the family. May the Lord send you all peace.
Rickybrooks
Sunday, February 25, 2024
Martha,
Praying for your family, know that I’m praying for you guys… Love you
Love Ricky and Kit Brooks
Diane Caldwell Savage
Sunday, February 25, 2024
My family and I are so sorry for your loss. My dad, Joe Caldwell, knew your dad and said he was a fine man. I know the family is an outstanding family and will truly miss him. Prayers and love sent your way during this time.
Kerry Hensley
Sunday, February 25, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
David & Dana Bradley
Sunday, February 25, 2024
Very sorry for your loss Billy and family. Our prayers are with you.
Robyn Keene
Saturday, February 24, 2024
Martha,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Robyn & Ritchie Keene
Paula Frederick
Saturday, February 24, 2024
I always looked forward to seeing Russell at the fair gate. He was a great guy. Prayers for all the family.
Geneva Haynes
Saturday, February 24, 2024
So very sorry for your loss.
Michael. Schluterman
Saturday, February 24, 2024
Sorry for your loss, the community lost a good neighbor he was a good man Going to miss my neighbo
Francis and Kim Frederick
Saturday, February 24, 2024
We are very sorry to hear of Russell’s passing, he always had something interesting to say when I saw him, I enjoyed hauling hay for him years ago. He will be missed, our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Jason & Shannon Bradley
Saturday, February 24, 2024
Russell will be missed dearly. We enjoyed visiting with him when he would make his daily rounds to check on his cows. We loved to listen to his stories about milking cows when he was just a boy, or telling us about how he met his lovely wife that he loved very much. He was a great man and will be missed. Praying for all the family in this difficult time.
Lori Looney-Binz
Friday, February 23, 2024
Sending prayers! Mr Russell was a great role model for so many in Logan County! ????????
Amanda Kirk
Friday, February 23, 2024
Prayers for peace and comfort. He was so loved and lived an amazing life. His legacy will not be forgotten ??
Celeste Fox
Friday, February 23, 2024
My sympathy to Billy, Debbie and Mr. Featherston's entire family. In his time, Mr. Featherston was truly an integral citizen of Paris and Logan County. I remember sitting on a jury with him once. When I think of him, I think Logan County Fair. His work is done. Now he can enjoy eternal rest.
Linda Simon
Friday, February 23, 2024
My sincere condolences to Yvonne and all the family. Russell Featherston was a fine man who gave much to his community.
Mickey Oates
Friday, February 23, 2024
So sorry for your loss. My sister Bonita will be saddened when we tell her. She had high regards for both Yvonne and Russell. May you all find some rest in the midst of the storm. Prayers for all.
Millissia Jones
Friday, February 23, 2024
Sorry to hear of your loss. Russell was always so friendly and kind to everyone. Prayers for comfort.
Donna Gattis Flanagan
Friday, February 23, 2024
I send my sincere sympathy to his family. I have known Russell all my life and recall memories of him as he was a neighbor of my grandparents. I know that y'all will hold his memory close to your hearts and that with your faith will see you through this most difficult time.
He was a good man...hard to find one better. He will be missed by many people.
He was such a good person...hard to find a better man.
Lois Flood
Friday, February 23, 2024
While we all mourn the loss of Russell’s presence here with us, we cannot help but rejoice in his homegoing. May his family and community find peace and joy in knowing he is now standing in the very presence of Jesus.
Carole Moore Street
Friday, February 23, 2024
Prayers for comfort and peace to the family of our good Union neighbor. He was a good friend to Jerry, having stopped for long talks on many occasions, and a fine neighbor. What a loss to the community.
Marlana Cameron Ivy
Friday, February 23, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort to the family at this time. ????
Louie and Diane Fox
Friday, February 23, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for each and everyone of you. He will certainly be missed.
Sheila Law
Friday, February 23, 2024
Russel was a very nice man. He will be missed by a lot of friends & family. Thoughts and prayers for his family.
June Gilbreath
Friday, February 23, 2024
Deepest sympathy for your loss of Russell. May God comfort all of the family and friends with fond memories and give you peace.
Jewell white
Friday, February 23, 2024
I am very sorry to hear of Russell’s passing. My love and prayers go out to his family. He always had friendly words when you met him. ??????
Charles and Brenda Knoles
Friday, February 23, 2024
Russell will be missed in this community. Prayers for the family
Leigh Ann Askins
Friday, February 23, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss Russell stopping by my office on a regular basis. He was a really great guy.
Bud and Becky Inman
Friday, February 23, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God bless you.
Roy & Sue Lloyd
Friday, February 23, 2024
We have known Russell most of our lives and you could not find a kinder all around fine individual. He has had a great life and I know is in a much better place and continues to love his family deeply.
Marcia Schluterman
Thursday, February 22, 2024
Thoughts and prayers for comfort and peace to all the family. So sorry for your loss.
Bill & Ruthie Burkett
Thursday, February 22, 2024
Praying for this wonderful family and for God's comfort and peace.
Kelley J Reames
Thursday, February 22, 2024
So sorry to hear of the passing of Russell. Prayers for you all.
Bob Parks
Thursday, February 22, 2024
Sorry to hear about Russell.
Always had something to say every time I saw him.
We were a little bit kin in some way. Russell knew the story. Told me numerous times that he had known 6 generations in my family.
Saw him and Mrs Featherston not long ago at the Co op in Subiaco. We had our usual visit.
Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Going to miss seeing him.
God bless.
Bill VanMeter
Thursday, February 22, 2024
We have known Russell for years. He was a great guy. Our prayers for all of the family.