Russell Clinton Grizzard Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

A celebration of life service for Russell Clinton Grizzard, 63, of Midland will be held January 2, 2019 at 2 p.m. at the Golf Course Road Church of Christ in Midland Tx. A dessert and visitation reception will follow immediately after the service in the church fellowship hall. Russell Clinton Grizzard passed away December 23, 2018 at his home in Midland Tx. Russell was born February 21, 1955 in Ballinger Texas to Clint and Novelyn (Taylor) Grizzard. Russell graduated from Pecos High School and attended Sul Ross State University on a football scholarship. He married Lori (Farquhar) Grizzard on May 15, 1987. Russell and Lori celebrated their 31st wedding anniversary earlier this year. Russell is survived by his mother Novelyn Grizzard of Odessa. Russell leaves behind his wife Lori and the legacy of his three children: Kimberly Blake and husband Brandon of Trophy Club, Carson Grizzard and wife Kresha of Midland, and Lauren Grizzard of Abilene. Russell also leaves his four grandchildren that he adored: Camille and Olivia Blake, and Barrett and Aubrey Grizzard. Russell was preceded in death by his father, Jewel Clinton Grizzard. Russell worked in the oil and gas industry for 49 years. In 1969, he started roughnecking on holidays and weekends. When he began working full time, he quickly made his way through the ranks becoming a driller and then a tool pusher. He ended his career working as a fishing tool supervisor which was his true passion in the oilfield. Russell found great joy hunting and fishing with his children and grandson Barrett. He drove many miles and spent many days watching his children play sports. Russell loved his family dearly and enjoyed any time he spent with them. In lieu of flowers the family would like donations made to Midland Christian School and or Abilene Young Life.

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Russell Clinton Grizzard

February 21, 1955 - December 23, 2018