Elmwood Cemetery
Woodward, Woodward County, Oklahoma
© Billings Funeral Home
Submitted by: Terry Dudley
Russell Don Riseley
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Russell Riseley, 79 year old Woodward resident passed away Friday, May 8, 2026. Graveside funeral services will be held at 10:00 am Thursday, May 14, 2026 in Elmwood Cemetery with the Billings Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Russell Don Riseley was born on November 27, 1946 in Camargo, Oklahoma the son of Ivan D. and Jean M. (Gore) Riseley. Russell grew up in Camargo and Woodward graduating from Woodward High School. Russell was united in marriage to Carolyn Mancillas on June 5, 1965 in Woodward, Oklahoma where they made their home. Early on Russell worked for the railroad, before beginning his career in the oilfield where he mainly worked as a Wireline Operator. After his retirement he worked at Walmart to keep busy. Russell and Carolyn were blessed with three daughters, Dena, Gina, and Rana.
Russell was devoted to his family, he enjoyed spending time with them no matter the event. He enjoyed reading, going for walks, and taking drives in the country.
Russell is survived by his wife Carolyn of the home; three daughters, Dena Riseley, Gina Cooper and husband Bill, Rana Porterfield and husband Mike; four grandchildren, Chris Cooper and wife Jacqui, Nick Cooper and Madison, Cristen Porterfield and fiancé Oscar, Elliot Porterfield, two great-grandchildren, Maeve and Moira Cooper; one brother, Wendell Riseley and wife Linda; several nieces, nephews other family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and one sister, Deanna Ward.
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