Russell T. Meehan

Russell Thomas Meehan, 63, of Kittrell, North Carolina passed away suddenly at his Lake house residence in Littleton, North Carolina, On Sunday June 18th, 2023. Born March 28th, 1960 in Cheverly, Maryland. Russell was a graduate of Laurel High School in 1978, Russell served in the United States Army from April 1983 to February 1987. Russell was known as the fixer, he worked many different roles and positions throughout his life. Russell started dating the love of his life Maria Meehan 21 years ago marrying in July of 2004. Russell was a life long resident of Laurel, Maryland for over fifty years. In August of 2012 Russell finished building his and Maria’s dream home in Kittrell, North Carolina. Russell is survived by his wife, Maria; his daughters Angela (Billy Jerome), Marisa (Wes Ohle), Kayla (Chuck McMahon), Breanna (Zachary Wynne), and son Lee Meehan. Russell was the grandfather of Alexis (Anthony Wall), Caiden, Kane, Khloe, Elyse, Russell Lee and great-grandfather to Lila. He is  survived by his siblings Cheryl (Jimmy Simmons), Rick (Dixie) Meehan, Cindy (Phil Ammon) Robert (Jennifer) Meehan, and Steve (Holly) Meehan as well as  several nieces and nephews. Russell is preceded in death by father Richard Vincent Meehan Sr and Carol Ann (Wossowski) Meehan. As well as grandparents, Thomas (Eleanor) Meehan, Russell Wossowski and Anna Rose Bolton. Russell shared a special bond with his granddad and namesake, Russell Wossowski. Russell was a friend to many, and always had a story to tell. Russell enjoyed fishing and spending his time on his pontoon boat at Lake Gaston and spending time with his family. He is loved and will be missed by many.  In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to Russell’s favorite charity St. Jude’s. Funeral arrangements will be held at the Donaldson Funeral Home, P.A., 313 Talbott Ave, Laurel, Maryland on Saturday, June 24th, 2023. Visitation is from 10 – 11 am, followed by the funeral service starting at 11 am. Following services, a celebration of life will be held at Olivers old town tavern in Laurel, Maryland.