Russell Reid Millwood, 87, of Decatur, passed away Wednesday, March 08, 2017 at his residence. He was born Aug. 20, 1929 to James and Dessie Millwood.
Celebration of Life will be Friday, March 10, 2017 at 2 p.m. at Roselawn Funeral Home with Reverend W.G. Henry officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Roselawn Cemetery.
He was a lifelong active member of Chapel Hill United Methodist Church.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Betty Millwood; daughter, Emily Millwood; and son, John Millwood. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Lamar Millwood; and sister, Elaine Ryan.
Serving as pallbearers will be Don McLemore, Ricky Millwood, Larry Self, Mac McCulloch, Jeff McCulloch and Pat McCulloch.
Memorials may be made to Chapel Hill United Methodist Church Building Fund, 2644 Chapel Hill Rd. SW, Decatur, AL 35603.
Roselawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.
