James E. Russell, 63, of Oregon, Ohio, passed away peacefully, Thursday, June 17, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Jim was born September 6, 1957 to Robert and Joyce (Melcher) Russell. Jim was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and was a driver for Pepsi for 37 years, retiring in 2014. His memberships included: Teamsters Local 20 and the Rock Church. Jim was an avid fisherman and enjoyed cheering on his favorite sports teams; the Toledo Mud Hens, Detroit Tigers, and Dallas Cowboys. Jim found great joy in visiting extended family in Mexico and spending time with his children and grandchildren. Jim is survived by his wife of 32 years, Maria; father, Robert Russell; children, Jesus (Kim) Rodriguez, Claudia (Jeff) Rodriguez, Andrea (Gary) Sears, and Monica (David) Villarreal; 10 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; sister, Cynthia (Tom) Bruchert; and brother, Jon Russell. Preceded in death by his mother. Family will receive friends at the Eggleston Meinert & Pavley Funeral Home, Oregon Chapel, 440 S. Coy Road on Thursday, June 24, 2021 from 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Funeral services Friday, June 25, 2021 at 11:00 am in the funeral home. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to Hospice of Northwest Ohio or The Rock Church.