Richard Russell, age 55, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2013 at his residence in Bartow of cancer. Born March 5, 1958 in Bartow to Philip & Arda Froehlich Russell, he was a longtime resident of the area. He was an ammonia mechanic for Peace River Citrus for over 20 years. Mr. Russell was survived by a daughter, Shannon Russell and a son, Josh Russell, both of Bartow, two step daughters: Dana Lengyel, Fort Meade & Casey Chambers, Columbia, MO; sister, Judy Russell, Henderson, NV and 2 grandchildren. Family will receive friends Tuesday, July 16, 2013 from 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM at Whidden-McLean Funeral Home, Bartow, followed by a memorial service at 3:00 P.M.