Russell Edward Palmgren

September 6, 1936 - January 20, 2021

Russell Edward Palmgren, age 84 of Conyers, died Wednesday, January 20, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, Russell Fred and Katherine Palmgren; wife, Jane Palmgren. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Stacey and Steve Hullett; daughter-in-law, Melanie Palmgren; grandchildren, Blake Hullett, Ansley Hullett, Jackson Hullett, Rachel Palmgren, Garrett Palmgren; nieces, Debbie Pinkston, Barbie Nickell, Patty Nickell; nephew, Nick Nickell. Russell was a member of First Baptist Church of Conyers for 47 years, as well as a deacon for a number of years. He loved football; he played for the University of Louisville and Georgetown College. He was a beloved coach and mentor in the Rockdale Youth Football Association, as well as it's President for many years. Russell was a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force, serving during the Vietnam War as a B52 Navigation Officer. He was a giant among men with a heart of gold. He was the best Husband, Father, Big Daddy, Uncle, and Friend you could have. Funeral services will be held Sunday, January 24, 2021 at 3:00 PM at Scot Ward's Green Meadow Chapel with Vicki Chesney officiating; interment will follow at Green Meadow Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends Sunday, January 24, 2021 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the funeral home. Condolences may be submitted on-line at www.scotward.com. Scot Ward Funeral Services, 699 American Legion Rd., Conyers, GA, 770-483-7216.