John “Matt” Russell, 61, of Winchester, VA, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on April 5, 2024.

He was born on October 19, 1962, in Winchester, VA, the son of John C. Russell Jr. and Francis Mae Russell. He was a graduate of James Wood High School in 1982. Shortly after graduation, Matt joined the United States Marine Corps and honorably served his country.

Matt was always a life-long hard worker, whether he was putting hours in at his family farm or working for PRK Drilling and Blasting, now Maine Drilling and Blasting. Aside from hands-on work, he loved John Wayne movies, shooting pool, playing UNO, he will forever be our undisputed UNO Champion, driving his Harley Davidson motorcycle, having a well-deserved beer with friends and most importantly, spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife, Rhonda Loudan Russell of Bunker Hill, WV; one daughter, Ashley Loudan, of Martinsburg, WV; his father: John C. Russell Jr.; two sisters: Susie Anderson (Ricky), Teresa Hicks (Les), one brother; Paul Russell, all of Winchester; 5 nephews, 2 nieces, 4 great-nephews, and 1 great-niece.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Francis Mae (Layton) Russell, and twin siblings, Mark Andrew, and Michael Eugene Russell.

A viewing is scheduled for Thursday, April 11, 2024, from 5:00pm–8:00pm with military honors at 6:30pm at Omps Funeral Home, South Chapel in Winchester, VA. The address is: 1260 Front Royal Pike Winchester, VA 22602. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Matt’s name to St. Jude’s Cancer Research Center.