Freestone County, Texas Obituaries The Teague Chronicle October 29, 2009 WILLIAM TED RUSSELL Graveside services for Mr. William Ted Russell, 89, were held on Monday, October 26, 2009, at Resthaven Memorial Park with Reverend Roy Roach officiating. Mr. Russell was born on November 17, 1919, in Pottertown, Kentucky to Rudy C. and Joanna Hargis Russell. William was a former resident of Midland and has resided in the Liberty area for the past two years. He was a veteran of the United States Army with service during World War II. William was a retired welder for the Pipefitter's Local #629, a member of the Central Baptist Church, a former ordained deacon for the Travis Baptist Church of Midland and enjoyed fishing, hunting and small engine repair. He passed away Thursday, October 22, 2009, at his residence in Liberty, Texas. Mr. Russell was preceded in death by his parents; his son William "Billy Ted" Russell, Jr. and three brothers. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Margie Sledge Russell of Liberty; his brothers Joe Russell and wife Barbara of Jonesboro, Arkansas and Tilman Russell of Swifton, Arkansas; his sisters LaRue Wilson of Highland Village and Eva Metts of Decatur, Alabama, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Condolences may be offered at www.ellisfunerals.com. Arrangements were under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home in Midland Texas.