Elvin F. "Rusty" Russell, III, age 52 of Argyle, Texas passed away peacefully at home on October 15, 2020 surrounded by his family. Rusty was born in Dallas to Elvin F. "Russ" Russell, Jr. and Carolyn Kay (White) Russell.

Rusty grew up and lived most of his life in Argyle. He graduated from Denton High School. As young child and teen, he played many sports and enjoyed outdoor activities with his younger brother, Mark. He graduated from Texas Christian University in 1990 where he earned a bachelor of business administration and was a member of the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity.

As a young adult, Rusty explored his creative side as an artist with skills in large canvas painting as well as drawing. He also wrote several screenplays and enjoyed watching and critiquing motion pictures.

Rusty's successful career as an entrepreneur included owning retail operations, ranching and real estate investments. But, most important to Rusty was family. Rusty married his wife Lynn in 1998 and together they had three children – Frank, Megan and John. Rusty enjoyed nothing more than watching his children participate in sports and activities. When he wasn't coaching, he was on the sideline watching with pride. Rusty had a big heart, a big smile and big laugh. He was blessed to be loved by a large group of friends and family.

Rusty is survived by his wife, Lynn Russell; his children, Frank, Megan and John; his parents, Elvin F. "Russ" Russell, Jr. and Carolyn Kay (White) Russell of Argyle, Texas; his brother Mark Russell and wife Shannon (Rhett and Raven) of Fort Worth, Texas. Additional survivors include his in-laws George and Marian LaHood of Leawood, Kansas; Mary and Scott Holland (Joe, Caroline, Mitch, Sam and Emma) of Leawood, Kansas; Cody Morehead (Kate, Will, Sarah) of Aledo, Texas; Mike and Christy LaHood (George, Liz, Katie) of Overland Park, Kansas.

A mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at 10:00 AM at St. Marks Catholic Church in Argyle, Texas Following the mass, a graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM at Georges Creek Cemetery in Nemo, Texas.

Below is the link to the Zoom call that will broadcast the Mass for anyone not able to attend.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83259751464?pwd=OVpMNnFYTmVaOHMyV3JISTZxKzY0Zz09