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Layla Alexis Russell

Layla passed from this life March 25, 2020. She was born July 4, 2008, to

Buel Alexander Russell and Renee Dunaway. She was 11 years of age.

The Layla that we all loved and adored was one of a kind, a rare jewel.

She came into this world on the 4th of July and has been our little firecracker

ever since. She loved her family like there was no tomorrow and was a joy

to so many people’s life. To know her was to love her. She enjoyed life to the

fullest whether she was playing with her friends, riding 4 wheelers, going to

the river and as we all know using her beauty skills on anyone that would

let her male or female. This world will never be the same but oh what

rejoicing in heaven as they now have the joy that we all were blessed with

for such a short precious time. Please continue to pray for her loving

family and many friends.

She is preceded in death by her grandfathers, Donnie Russell and Ramon Boyd.

Those left to cherish her memory are her parents; sisters, Laney Price,

Lily Nelson, and Shelby Russell; grandparents, Kathy Boyd, Jerry and Rebecca Nelson,

and Janice Henry; aunts, Beverly (Sam) Stiglets, Koni Letchworth, Lori Roberts;

uncles, Ken (Deneane) Lawrence, Tony (Jan) Russell and Jeremy Nelson.

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  • Comment Link Randy Howell Sunday, 29 March 2020 22:01 posted by Randy Howell

    Alex I know it’s hard on you because it hard me! She was the sweetest person I’ve ever Known! She was Friends with everybody! She was so happy all the time I was around her! I know you are flying high and making friends! I love you Layla ! Till we Meet again my friend! Bigcuz loves you Layla !

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  • Comment Link Ricky mcguffee Sunday, 29 March 2020 17:11 posted by Ricky mcguffee

    So so sorry for the lost of this precious child! Praying for this family through this devastating lost! Love yall, and Alex Russell I'm always here if you need me

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  • Comment Link Aby F Smith Saturday, 28 March 2020 23:50 posted by Aby F Smith

    I can't begin to tell yall how sorry I am. My heart hurts for all of you. I pray for comfort and peace for you. God bless you. Love you all.

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  • Comment Link Tammy Fairhope Saturday, 28 March 2020 21:38 posted by Tammy Fairhope

    To the family of this very precious child, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this very, very sad time.
    Tammy Fairburn

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  • Comment Link Mary Odom Saturday, 28 March 2020 21:17 posted by Mary Odom

    Sorry for the families loss may she Rest In Peace Amen

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  • Comment Link CoonVicki Salzar Saturday, 28 March 2020 21:00 posted by CoonVicki Salzar

    Such a precious angel,taken too soon.She will be missed by so many. Rip little Layla.

    Alex there are no words that can take away the pain,heartache your feeling ,.Just know they're are lots and lots of friends there for you when you need them.

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  • Comment Link Debra Shumaker Saturday, 28 March 2020 20:35 posted by Debra Shumaker

    Praying for family and friends. She was a beautiful young woman .May God hold everyone right in his arms.

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  • Comment Link Patty Saturday, 28 March 2020 19:57 posted by Patty

    So sorry for your loss. Rejoicing with the angels who wecome her home

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  • Comment Link Lisa Griffith Saturday, 28 March 2020 19:49 posted by Lisa Griffith

    So sorry for the loss!! Layla will be missed. My heart and soul is with y’all.


    Love
    Ken, Lisa, Hayden Griffith

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  • Comment Link Glen  Patricia Smith Saturday, 28 March 2020 19:19 posted by Glen Patricia Smith

    Our prayers and thoughts are with y’all during this devastating time.

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  • Comment Link Billy Smith Saturday, 28 March 2020 18:58 posted by Billy Smith

    She was a beautiful spirit. Each time I was around her, just a beautiful and loving child. Heart big as a basketball. She’s loved by many and will be missed. She’s dancing with Jesus. I bet HE had the ATV of her dreams when she got to Heaven. Prayers are lifted for all of y’all. I love y’all.

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  • Comment Link Betty Watson King Saturday, 28 March 2020 18:42 posted by Betty Watson King

    Jerry and I are praying for your family.
    We are so sorry for your loss. May God strengthen you, and may you be reminded of his constant loving care.

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  • Comment Link Ken  Ginger Renfroe Saturday, 28 March 2020 18:38 posted by Ken Ginger Renfroe

    Our hearts are broken for your loss. We know Beverly & Sam Stiglets. Prayers for all of you.

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  • Comment Link Phyllis Thornhill Saturday, 28 March 2020 17:35 posted by Phyllis Thornhill

    So sorry for your loss, prayers for the family and friends

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  • Comment Link Shirley Fredette Saturday, 28 March 2020 17:27 posted by Shirley Fredette

    Our Prayers are being lift up for your family. Layla was a Beautiful young lady with beautiful smile.

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  • Comment Link Anna Wilson Saturday, 28 March 2020 17:17 posted by Anna Wilson

    I loved Layla so much. She was such a beautiful girl inside and out. She was full of life. I will never forget her grandmother,Mrs. Kathy coming to eat lunch with her every week. Her daddy also came when he could come. She loved her daddy so much. I’m going to miss her but I know I’m going to see her again. She is in heaven waiting for all of us to join her. That gives me comfort.

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  • Comment Link Stephanie and David Spence Saturday, 28 March 2020 17:06 posted by Stephanie and David Spence

    We love y’all and will continue to pray for your families! Heaven is rejoicing while here on earth we have our time of sorrow but know this earth is not our home. We are only passing through! Know that sweet angel will protect you everyday.

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  • Comment Link EDNA OGDEN Saturday, 28 March 2020 16:49 posted by EDNA OGDEN

    So so sorry for your loss was such a BEAUTIFUL and PRECIOUS little Angel indeed.

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  • Comment Link EDNA OGDEN Saturday, 28 March 2020 16:47 posted by EDNA OGDEN

    So so sorry for your loss was such a BEAUTIFUL and PRECIOUS little Angel indeed.

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  • Comment Link Alice Lee Saturday, 28 March 2020 16:01 posted by Alice Lee

    I’m so sorry, I taught Layla for a few months when she was in the third grade. She was such a joy to teach and a hard worker. I enjoyed being around her so much. Prayers for the family.

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  • Comment Link Sandra G Price Saturday, 28 March 2020 15:46 posted by Sandra G Price

    I am so sorry for your loss, Jan. You are right, the angels in heaven are rejoicing to have her there. May God be close to all of you and give you comfort and peace during this time of great loss.

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  • Comment Link Deborah Roberts and Family Saturday, 28 March 2020 15:07 posted by Deborah Roberts and Family

    So very sorry about your loss. My heart goes out to you all. God’s blessings on you all in the coming days.

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  • Comment Link Robin Daniels Saturday, 28 March 2020 14:01 posted by Robin Daniels

    So so sorry for your loss. Such a beautiful little girl.

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  • Comment Link Patsy Russell Saturday, 28 March 2020 13:54 posted by Patsy Russell

    My deepest condolences and prayers for your loss. I like most people can even imagine your pain. Love to all the family and her precious family and friends.

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  • Comment Link Brittney Saturday, 28 March 2020 13:27 posted by Brittney

    She was so sweet and loving I’m sorry for the heartbreak for her family and loved ones

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  • Comment Link Bobbie Maddox Saturday, 28 March 2020 13:13 posted by Bobbie Maddox

    I love y'all and my prayers are with u during this sad time. Fly with the Angels now Layla. Ur with Jesus now.???

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