Russell William Burkhalter

December 17, 1949 - December 7, 2020

Russell William Burkhalter of Ironton, MO passed away at his residence on December 7, 2020 at the age of 70 years. He was born on December 17, 1949 the son of the late Edwin and Eleanor (Buchanan) Burkhalter. Russell is survived by two sisters: Charlene Pettit of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin and Blanche Million of Clorinda, Iowa; two nephews that lived with him while growing up: Christopher Burkhalter of Ironton, and Jeremy Burkhalter of Katy, Texas. Other nieces and nephews that survive include Randy Hodges, Courtney, and Jason as well as a host of other relatives, and friends. In addition to his parents, Russell was preceded in death by two brothers: Darrell Burkhalter and Terry Burkhalter. Russell was a 1967 graduate of South Page High School. He worked as a mechanic for Porsche and Audi, as well as being a self-employed mechanic. He was also employed with Shade Tree as a tree trimmer and mechanic. Russell enjoyed working on cars and tractors and all things mechanical. He was a kind and caring man who also liked to hunt and fish. One of his proudest moments was taking flying lessons and flying solo.