Mike Russell, 70, of Waco, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2015. Graveside services will be 2 pm Tuesday, March 10 at Oakwood Cemetery. Mike made his home in Texas after serving his country in the Viet Nam War. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carson and Merle Russell; and a son, Michael Russell. Survivors include his children, Carolyn Linback (husband Ron), John Russell (wife Emmalee), Leah Bigelow (husband Jim), and Leslie Russell; his step-daughters, Gena Barrett and Joyce Biles; his step-son, Travis Stier; his brother Ike Russell; his sister, Kim Russell Heathcote (husband Mark); several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.