James C. Russell Sr., known as Jay Russell (November 4, 1928 – February 24, 2016), was an American politician who served in the Missouri House of Representatives. Russell was born in St. Louis and attended the University of Missouri in Columbia. A veteran of the United States Marine Corps, he owned BJ's Bar and Restaurant in Florissant in St. Louis County.
James C. Russell | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Missouri House of Representatives from the 1, 25, 58, and 75 district | |
| In office 1962–1988 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 4, 1928 St. Louis, Missouri, U.S. |
| Died | February 24, 2016 (aged 87) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse |
Delphie Mann (m. 1955) |
| Children | Two children |
| Residence(s) | Florissant, St. Louis County |
| Alma mater | University of Missouri |
| Occupation | Restaurateur |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | United States Marine Corps |
On June 11, 1955, he wed the former Delphie Mann in Pine Lawn, also in St. Louis County. There are two surviving children, including James Russell Jr. He was elected to the Missouri House in 1962. At various times because of redistricting, he represented Districts 1, 25, 58, and 75. He served as a Democrat until 1988.[1][2] Russell died on February 24, 2016, having been diagnosed with skin cancer six months prior.[3]
References edit
- ^ Missouri Secretary of State :: State Archives. "SOS, Missouri - State Archives: Missouri State Legislators 1820-2000". sos.mo.gov. Retrieved 2014-01-25.
- ^ "James C. Russell Oral History Interview :: Oral History Collection". Archived from the original on 2016-03-05. Retrieved 2014-12-08.
- ^ "Longtime Missouri lawmaker James 'Jay' Russell Sr. dies". Laredo Morning Times. Retrieved February 29, 2016.
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