2021ObituariesRussell Leland Lanehart

November 26, 1941 ~ October 15, 2021

Russell Leland Lanehart, Jr passed away on Friday, October 15, 2021 at the age of 79, at his residence in Denham Springs, LA. He was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on November 26, 1941 to the late Russell Leland, Sr and Yandell Kidd Lanehart. Russell is survived by his wife of 34 years, Lisa Lee Lanehart; children Denise Lanehart of Friendswood, TX, Lara Mouser of False River, LA, Charles Lee Lanehart (Alaina) of Spring, TX, Caitlin Lanehart (Kyle Richardson) of Denham Springs, LA; sister Judith Wingate (Ray) of Gonzales, LA; as well as numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters Patricia Oliver and Yandell Peyronnin; his son, Russell Wayne Lanehart; and daughter Lisa Benedicto. Russell was a kind, generous, and funny man; always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. He enjoyed spending his time with his family, watching sports, and working on any type of machine. Visitation will be held at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, LA, Saturday, October 23, from 12 p.m. until service at 2 p.m.