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Russell Brien Stobaugh, age 58, of Plano, Texas passed away on Monday January 8, 2018. He was in the company of family and friends until his last breath. Russell was born June 12, 1959 in Newport, Arkansas to the late Jean Stobaugh and Joe Russell Stobaugh. He was raised in Campbell Station, Arkansas, with his older sister, Joy Lynn McNeil.
Russ graduated from Newport High School in 1977 and Arkansas State University in 1982 with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Business. Russ was a proud member of the Kappa Alpha fraternity.
He moved to the DFW metroplex in 1985 to pursue career opportunities. He worked in Banking Software sales for EDS and Sterling Commerce following the completion of his education.
He married Janell Stobaugh in 1988 in her hometown of Kearney, Nebraska. They raised three amazing sons, Russell Taylor Stobaugh; Michael Tanner Stobaugh; and Trenton Clifford Stobaugh.
Russ enjoyed golfing, riding his Harley, and spending time with friends. He was known to many of his friends as "Preacher", because he was always there to listen, help, and give advice to anyone who needed it. Russ was active and well known in the local community youth sports programs while his children were growing up. Russ treasured coaching football, baseball, basketball, and hockey where he earned his favorite nickname of "Coach Russ". Also through coaching, he formed a very special bond with his best friend whom he considered to be the brother he never had, Steve Taylor. ?
Russell is survived by Janell Stobaugh; Taylor Stobaugh; Tanner Stobaugh; and Trent Stobaugh; and many extended family members; and dear friends. ??Russell was preceded in death by mother Jean Stobaugh and father Joe Russell Stobaugh.
A celebration of life for Russell will be held Sunday, January 14, 2018 at 2PM a reception will follow from 3-5PM at 8011 Frankford Road Dallas, Texas 75252.
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Sponsored by Ted Dickey West Funeral Home.
January 18, 2018
Terry Grable
Although I only had occasional discussions and a causal acquaintance with Russ over the past few years, it was always a pleasure exchanging conversations with him. A man everyone would have had a pleasure of a personal benefit of knowing. RIP Friend.
January 14, 2018
So happy I was able to spend some time with you in the hospital.
Such a wonderful man. I love you and going to miss you and your smile.. Prayers for your family and friends......
Debraleah (Plano TX)
January 12, 2018
Peter Pearce
Coach Russ,
I am so glad I got to spend Christmas morning with you. Its always fun talking about the Boys and sports. RIP and now I know your not in pain. You will be greatly missed by all. Love you.
January 11, 2018
Jack and Martha Davis
We are so sad to hear of Russell's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the boys and family
January 11, 2018
Bob Haas
A great Man that always had a smile on his face. I enjoyed our conversations as we sat the Scorpion clubhouse. You are now living your life with God and I will see you again. RIP Russ, you will be greatly missed.
January 10, 2018
Elmer Mulhausen
Concern and prayers for Family and friends
January 10, 2018
Angela Mauldin Burns
So sorry. Prayers for the family and friends.
January 10, 2018
Retha Dudley
Prayers for you all, R.I.P. Russ.
January 10, 2018
Alma Massey
I haven't seen Russ in years but as a young guy growing up at "end" of my street and teaching him-he was sweet, but opposite of his quiet sister. He knew his boundaries with his parents or at least most of the time. He grew up into a good man. Prayers for all of Russ's family -Alma Massey
January 9, 2018
Barbara (Green) Menley
I am saddened to hear of Russell. Prayers for all the family.
January 9, 2018
Deb Ritter
Our love and prayers for you at the loss of your dad. I know he loved you and there will always be a memory of him in your heart. Love Uncle Bill and Aunt Debbie
January 9, 2018
I love Russ, too. He was the only person I rode with peg to peg until I met my current husband. He helped me through some really tough times. He was a great friend and advisors...I'll miss you for now, Preacher. Save me a seat! ...God Bless you and your family.
January 9, 2018
Jayne Webster Wagster
Russ was a good guy and I'm proud to have been a friend growing up. Love and prayers to your precious family.
January 9, 2018
I love Russ and road my bike with him many times many places, he loved me I loved him.. I will Always love Russ , see you in Heaven my friend.
January 9, 2018
Timothy Fann
January 9, 2018
Timothy Fann
January 9, 2018
Genice Mink (Williams)
My condolences and prayers for the family. Russ was a great guy and classmate. I'm terribly saddened by this loss. May God give the family comfort in this time.
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