Matthew L. Russell

Our beloved Matthew Lane Russell, age 49 of Virginia passed away Saturday, August 16, 2025. Matthew was more than a Father, Husband, Brother, Grandfather (pop pop) Son, Uncle, Cousin, and Friend —he was a source of strength, laughter, and love to everyone blessed enough to know him.

He is preceded in death by his mother Sherry Russell.

Matthew’s Father - Rosser Russell Sr. and siblings, Rosser Russell Jr, John Russell, Joyce Durant and Mark Russell will be amongst many who will miss him.

Matthew shared an unbreakable bond with his twin brother, Mark. Their connection was one of a kind, built on love, loyalty, and a lifetime of memories that will never be replaced.

For 17 years, Matthew shared his life and his love, with the love of his life! The mother of his children, Shawn, Honey (as he would call her). Their bond was filled with devotion, resilience, and deep affection, and unwavering love, a love that shaped the home and family they built together.

He was the proud father of Seven beautiful children—Kaitlyn, Darius, Natasha, Shadena, Daesha, Tatiana, and Devan Hill-Watkins— who were his pride and joy. Everything he did, he did with his family in mind, and he carried his role as a father with deep love and devotion. His children will always remember his guidance, his humor, and the way he made them feel protected and loved.

He leaves behind cherished memories that will forever live on in the hearts of his children, his family, and friends.

Though we will miss him dearly, we carry him with us always. His laughter, his wisdom, and his love will continue to guide us through life.Matthew will be remembered for his warm hugs, his big kind beautiful heart, his remarkable resilience, his quiet strength, and the joy he found in being surrounded by the people he loved. His presence brought comfort, and his absence will be deeply felt by all who knew and loved him

Rest peacefully, Matthew. You will forever live on in our hearts.

Services will be private.

Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.