New Kent Charles City Chronicle

News for New Kent County and Charles City County, Virginia | November 6, 2025

Joseph “Tyler” Russell

Joseph “Tyler” Russell, born August 24, 1991, departed this life on April 15, 2015 to join his father, Michael “Shaun” Russell, and his grandfather, Frank C. Russell III. They were both preceded in death by him.

Tyler leaves behind his mother, Diane Russell, his grandmother, Ashley S. Russell, brothers Corey, Anthony, and Elroy Bates, stepsister Karrie Martin, and uncle, Zachary C. Russell, as well as many loving cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends.

His services were held April 24, 2015 at Rivers of Living Water Healing Ministries in Richmond at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family is accepting donations to a GoFundMe account in Corey Bates and Karrie Martin’s name. They are also accepting donations at Washington Memorial Cemetery. We will always love and miss you Tyler.

The family thanks you for your continued prayers, thoughts, and donations.