Russell Simmons was born in on  October 16, 1972 in Orangeburg South  Carolina  to Lois G. Simmons and Ernest Fuller. He was a lifelong resident of Crescent City and was deeply cherished by his family & friends. Russell was a 1992 graduate of Crescent City High School where he was a member of the varsity basketball team.
He was employed at Reddy Ice in Crescent City for 11 years. As a child he became a member of Johnson Temple Church of God in Christ. He enjoyed spending time with his only child Myiesha,  being with family , playing basketball and hanging out with friends.

Preceding Russell in eternal rest is his mother Lois G. Fuller and father Earnest Fuller. Maternal and paternal grand parents. Meltona Ashe Simmons, George Simmons, J.C. Chatman, Fannie Mae Chatman, and Mae Will Fuller.
Uncles Timothy and Tony Simmons, Samuel Chatman. Aunts  Jackie Cowell, Loretta Chatman. Nephew Rontrice Simmons . On March 5, 2024, Russell made his earthly departure at West Palm Beach Hospital, in West Palm Beach Fl to his eternal resting place.

Those left to cherish Russell and the many memories include  his devoted (daughter) Myiesha Simmons. (Wife) Nicole Simmons, devoted (Sister) Dr. Stephanie Owens (Anthony) Palm Coast, Fl, Olivia Fuller, Crescent City, FL. Cassandra Moody (Chaum) Augusta, GA. (Brothers) Ronald Fuller, DeLand, Eric Fuller, Savannah, GA. (Nieces) Shala Simmons, Amari Owens. (Nephews) Anthony Owens Jr and Au'Sean Owens who absolutely adored him. Cassondra Fuller (Niece) Blacksburg, VA Chaum Moody Jr. (Nephews) Colorado Springs, CO, Travarius Moody Oklahoma City, OK
Good friends Reggie, Raymond , Kevin, Marco, Dmario and a host other family and friends