Elijah Dewayne “Eli” Russell, 11, of Russell Springs, KY passed from this life on Friday morning, December 26, 2025 at his home. He was born on February 7, 2014 in Somerset, a son of Jamie and Sarah Jo Mann Russell.

Eli was full of life; his smile would lighten the room and bring joy to everyone around him. He loved his family, especially his Mommy, Daddy, and his Nanny. Eli was a big Mickey Mouse and Blippi fan. 

SURVIVORS:

His parents: Jamie & Sarah Jo Russell of Russell Springs

1 brother: Alijah Russell of Russell Springs

1 sister: Sophia Hawkins of Russell Springs

Grandparents: Billie & James “Bo” Roy of Russell Springs

His uncle: Steven Wayne Russell of Russell Springs

Eli was preceded in death by his grandfather, Harlan Joe Mann; and his uncle, Lewis Dewayne Wheat. 

Cremation rites were honored and no services are scheduled at this time. 

Bernard Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.