Alexander “A.J.” Russom, 39, passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at Johnson County Community Hospital. He was born on November 12, 1985, in Mountain City, Tennessee, to Richard Russom and Sarah McFadden Wilson. This article commemorates his life and provides details regarding his passing and memorial services.
Remembering A.J. Russom
A.J. was a cherished member of the Mountain City community. He was a devoted member of Bethany Baptist Church and enjoyed outdoor activities such as hunting and fishing. He leaves behind a legacy of love and will be deeply missed by his family and friends. A.J. is survived by his mother, Sarah Wilson; daughter, Allie Russom; son, Collin Dugger; sisters, Ruthie Canter and MaKayla Osborne; and brothers, Bradley Wilson, B.J. Porter, Kenny “Poohie” Mains, and Timmy Mains. He also leaves behind several nieces, nephews, and the love of his life, Nikks. He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Jake and Cora Lee McFadden; paternal grandparents, Glenn and Louise Nave Russom; and his stepfather, Jerry Wilson.
Funeral Services for Alex Russom
A funeral service was held to honor A.J.’s life at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Charles B. Hux Memorial Chapel of Hux & Lipford Funeral Home. Clarence “Bubba” Cannon officiated the service. The family received friends from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. prior to the service.
Pallbearers and Burial
Doug McFadden, Gary McFadden, Josh Furchess, Scott Harrison, Bradley Wilson, Ruthie Canter, and Allie Russom served as active pallbearers. Danny Furchess, John Furchess, Ed Gentry, and Simon Osborne served as honorary pallbearers. Following the funeral service, A.J. was laid to rest in the Wilson Family Cemetery.
Condolences and Memorial Contributions
Friends and family could visit Sarah Wilson, A.J.’s mother, at her home at 322 Cross Mountain Road, Mountain City, Tennessee. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Hux & Lipford Funeral Home. Online condolences can be offered to the family through the funeral home’s website, www.huxlipfordfh.com.
Honoring A.J.’s Memory
A.J. Russom’s memory will live on through the countless lives he touched. He was a loving son, father, brother, and friend. His kind spirit and warm heart will be forever remembered by all who knew him. Hux & Lipford Funeral Home had the honor of serving the Russom family during this difficult time.
