Russell Futch, 96, passed away peacefully at home on June 2, 2023. He is survived by his three daughters Dixie Donato, Burma King, and Lisa Stanton; his four grandchildren Savannah Stanton, Chandler Stanton, Samantha Steiner, and Brittany Normand; and Misti Blu, his Pomeranian and loyal companion.

Russell was born in Daytona Beach, Florida. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps during WW II and the Korean War conflict. Upon retirement from civil service, he started his own successful clock and watch repair business which provided him a little extra time for a few naps and long walks.

He was full of wit and was a loving father who worked hard to provide well for his family.

Russell was preceded in death by his loving wife of 69 years, Jean Futch, a true believer in our Lord and Savior. They are together again and we are all blessed to have witnessed their long-term commitment to love and to each other.

A committal service is scheduled for Russell and Jean Futch on July 21, 2023, 9am at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery, Mims, FL. Those wishing to bring flowers may do so; the cemetery does not allow glass vases or standing sprays; small flower bouquets are recommended.

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Betty Jean Futch , 90, passed away peacefully on April 4th, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. She is survived by her husband of nearly 70 years, Russell Futch, her three daughters, Dixie Donato of Orlando, Florida, Burma Futch King and her husband Randy King of Hancock County, Georgia, Lisa Stanton and her husband Timmy Stanton of Covington, Georgia, her four grandchildren, Savannah Stanton and her husband Chris, Chandler Stanton, Samantha Steiner, and Brittany Normand and Misti Blu, her Pomeranian and loyal companion. She was preceded by her brother Jimmy Hudson and his wife Barbara Hudson.

Jean was born on February 18th, 1933 in Camilla, Georgia to parents James Austin Hudson Sr. and Jeanette Shiver Hudson. Jean devoted her life to loving and supporting her 3 children and spoiling her 4 grandchildren. She loved to host family gatherings where she cooked good southern meals and created lasting memories.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Halifax Hospice in Port Orange, Florida would be greatly appreciated.