Russell Howard Roth, 69, of Salem, Oregon died Wednesday September 30, 2026.

Russell was born to Alton and Merttie Roth in Salem, Oregon. He graduated from North Salem High School and Oregon State University with a degree in Agriculture.

Russell married Denise Pierce in 1988. He was preceded in death by his father Alton, mother Merttie, and wife Denise. He is survived by his sister, Sally Zirschky, and his three daughters, Anne, Claire, and Jane Roth.

Russell loved the Lord Jesus and was a part of Emmanuel Bible Church of Pratum for much of his life. A memorial service will be at 10am Saturday October 10, 2026 at Emmanuel Bible Church. Private burial will be at Pratum Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to ELLS International or to EBC Missions.