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Marlo Langhorne
October 30, 2012
I want to give my heart felt condolences to the family. Lee was a fun person who made you laugh and lit up the room when he came in. It was such a shock to hear of his passing, but he is in a far better place now. RIP Lee.
Brenda Mallory
October 28, 2012
Lisa,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. You and your family have my deepest sympathy.
Thomas Binns & Family
October 27, 2012
To the Russell family, you have our deepest condolences during this most difficult time. Our prayers remain with you.
Debra Walker
October 27, 2012
My "heart" goes out to the Russell Family
Lil'Lee was a longtime friend since High School. He had that "SMILE" that would just brighten your day. I know he will be truly missed. Sincerely Debra King-Walker
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Joe Crump
October 27, 2012
Lisa if there is anything that I or Penny can do for you and Bernard let us know. Love you both.
PENNY CRUMP
October 27, 2012
The words I leave for you Little Bit and Bernard is to draw strength from each other and from God. I know each of you feel like why and how could this have happen. On that I am still trying to understand on different losses I have experienced. Yet I do know that the tears that you have today will ease and will be replaced with joy and laughter. Thinking of something funny he has done. Loving you both in Christ. Always here for you.
From the Staff of Mimms Funeral Home
October 27, 2012
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

The Russell Family
October 26, 2012
Your Niece, Felicia Williams
October 26, 2012
Uncle Lee,
I am trying to find the words to express the sorrow that I feel at this time. I will forever remember all the good times that we shared. Thanks for the many trips to Water Country and Kings Dominion and especially for the many laughs that we shared. Although I am heartbroken, I find comfort in knowing that you are dwelling in the house of the Lord with Aunt Jean and Granddaddy. Rest well Big Lee! You deserve your peace because you loved hard and played hard while you were here on earth. Until we meet again, I love you and will cherish your memories in my heart forever.
Cynthia Knight
October 26, 2012
Lisa,
My deepest sympathy to you and your son during this time of sorrow. I pray that God will bless and comfort you in the days ahead.
Cathy Rodwell (for) Reid Family
October 26, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to the Russell Family in the passing of your loved one. May the strength of the Lord sustain you all during this difficult time. The Family of Fletcher Reid
October 26, 2012
Lisa,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your son during this difficult time.
Kimberly Wilform and Teresa Brown
Tracey Brice
October 26, 2012
Just wanted to give my sympathy to the Russell family. Lee was my neighbor in Mitcheltree and I graduated with Chris.
R.I.P my friend.
October 26, 2012
Lisa & Bernard,
So sorry to hear of the death of Lee. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Winston, Ellen & Wendy McBride
October 25, 2012
Lisa and Bernard: you are in our constant thoughts and and prayers.
Candy, Greg, and Jonathan Smith
October 25, 2012
RIP FAM U WILL B MISSED
JOHN COBBS
October 25, 2012
TO LISA RUSSELL AND FAMILY I;AM SORRY
ON THE PASSING OF BIG LEE MY PRAYERS
ARE WITH YOU MISSING HIM BIG LEE
October 25, 2012
Lisa,my heart goes out to you and Bernard jr. I will keep you both in my prayers. Pamela Johnson Goochland va.
ZAKIYA JONES
October 25, 2012
REST IN PEACE BIG LEE I WILL BE MISSING
YOU SO MUCH
CLYDE PEARSON
October 25, 2012
REST IN PEACE BIG LEE YOU WILL BE MISSED
TRULY
KIERRA JONES
October 25, 2012
LOV YOU BIG LEE REST IN PEACE YOUR SMILE
WILL SHINE IN MY HEART FOREVER
October 25, 2012
To the Russell Family, We just wanted to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will always remember Bernard AKA Lil Lee and his Big Heart on the tennis court at Armstrong High School where he was a member of the tennis team(1976-78)
. Lil Lee beat the Best of the Best, and never backed down from no one when it came to tennis. We are Thankfull that we grew up with him and shared a part of his life. He will truly be missed.
Marshall Adkins, Rev.Toney mcDonald
JEVON COBBS
October 25, 2012
REST IN PEACE BIGG LEE I WILL MISS YOU DEARLY
JEVON COBBS
October 25, 2012
REST IN PEACE BIG LEE I;AM GONNA MISS YOU
JOANNE JONES
October 25, 2012
MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE RUSSELL FAMILY
REST IN PEACE BIG LEE WE WILL MISS YOU
DEARLY
Angela Johnson
October 25, 2012
Lisa my condolences are with you and Bernard Jr in this time of sorrow.
Beverly Williams
October 25, 2012
Lisa my heart was really saddened when I heard that you husband passed, you and your family are truly in my prayers May God give you the srength to go thru.
October 25, 2012
Felicia, my deepest andmost sincere condolences to you and the Russell family. Bernard's spirit will always live in your hearts and minds.
Freda Russell-Merriman
Heather Kayhoe
October 25, 2012
Lisa,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers.
Susan Knutson
October 25, 2012
Lisa - please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers
nakeyta cobbs
October 25, 2012
To my cuzzin lisa and bernard, he is at peace now, he will have no more pain, he is now resting comfortable now.
Charita (Sis) Conway
October 24, 2012
Lisa, I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May the peace of God be with you & your family.
Yolanda Gaines
October 24, 2012
I send my deepest sympathy to the Russell family. Lee was one of the sweetest, funniest people I've ever met. Everytime I saw him, I always looked forward to a bright smile , and lots of laughter. He will definitely be missed by many people, especially those whose lives he touched with his pleasant personality. May the peace of God comfort his family and friends.
Walter Cook
October 23, 2012
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Becky Bareford
October 23, 2012
Lisa,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

October 22, 2012
Web and Angie Hill
October 22, 2012
Lisa,
Angie and I offer of heartfelt condolences. If you need anything, we are here for you. God Bless!
Keeya Majors
October 22, 2012
Lisa,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God's peace be with you.
Sincerely,
Althea Coleman
October 22, 2012
To:Lisa &Family,
You have me heartfelt sympathy for your lost,Lee will be truly missed by all,I'm here for you and the family,Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.Much Love & Prayers Deacon Althea,Coleman
Chris Brown
October 22, 2012
I offer my condolences to the Russell family. Bernard (Hard nard) and I worked together at Richfood; he was one of the hardest working guys that I have ever known. It was a pleasure to have known him.
Chris Brown
October 22, 2012
We offer our condolences to the Russell family. Bernard and I worked together at Richfood. He was one of the hardest working guys that I have ever known. It was a pleasure to have known him.
Regina & JaVar Evans
October 20, 2012
I send my condolences to the Russell family. I worked with Bernard at Fiorucci for 5 yrs. My son worked in the same department with him. He thought highly of Bernard. RIP-Hard Nard.
October 20, 2012
The Brown and Conway families send our deepest thoughts. Big Lee made us laugh a many of times. We shall miss him tremendously. The Russell family is in our PRAYERS.
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