Russell R. Wallace Sr, 91, of Princeton, passed away on Thursday, July 21, 2016 at Transcendant Healthcare of Owensville.

He was born on July 22, 1924 in Oakland City, Indiana to James and Thelma (Clark) Wallace.

He worked for Old Ben Coalmine and was a truck driver for over 25 years. He was also a US Navy Veteran.

He is survived by his daughters, Debbie Wilkinson, Jamie (Tim) Gabbard and Jackie (Don) Fisher; 5 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.

He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Barbara Joan Wallace in 2014; son, Russell Wallace Jr; and sister, Bernice.

Graveside services will be held at 10 AM on Friday, July 29, 2016 at Columbia White Church Cemetery in Princeton. Burial will follow. There will be no visitation. Colvin Funeral Home in Princeton has been entrusted with arrangements. Retired Military Veterans will provide graveside services.