Obituaries
Obituaries

Russell, Craig

Aug 2, 2024

RUSSELL, Sr., Craig A.

Age 63, of Fayetteville, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Funeral service will be Sunday, August 4, 2024, 12:00 PM at Hope Banquet Hall, Jonesboro. Hope Funeral Home, Fayetteville.

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Funeral Home Information

HOPE Funeral Home

165 Carnegie Place

Fayetteville, GA

30214

https://www.hopefunerals.com

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