Robert Earl “ Little Robert “ Trussell, Jr., 41, of Deweyville, passed away Saturday, October 10, 2015 at his home. Born on August 3, 1974 in Beaumont, Texas to his parents, Robert Earl Trussell, Sr. and Della Jean (Hester) Trussell, he was a lifelong resident of Deweyville and he worked as an Iron Worker in the Construction Industry. Robert enjoyed fishing, restoring antique tools and he will be remembered for his compassion and willingness to help others.
Robert is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Dorothy Richardson and his uncle, Carl Wayne Hester. Those who will most cherish his memory are his daughters, Stormie Leanord and husband, Justin of Deweyville, Cierra Westbrook and husband, Guy of Deweyville and Elayna Luckey of Buna; his son, Robert D. Trussell of Deweyville; his parents, Robert Earl, Sr. and Della Trussell of Deweyville; his sister, Jeana Michael and husband, Timothy of Deweyville; his brother, Charles “ Buddy “ Trussell and wife, Regina of Deweyville; his three grandchildren, Scott Westbrook, Chanelle Leanord and Dakota Leanord. Robert is also survived by numerous members of his extended family.
No public services will be held for Robert. During his life, Robert became addicted to drugs and he fought a battle for most of his life that eventually led to health difficulties. During the final time of his life, Robert wished to communicate a message to others of the negatives and difficult things that will occur with drug addiction. Addiction to Crystal Meth became very destructive for Robert and placed him to leave this earth way too soon. It is now the hope of Robert and his family is that if one is dealing with addiction that you seek out something that will help you turn your life around. The Trussell family wishes to thank so many people who have been of support to them as they have lived through the struggle before them. Arrangements for Robert are under the direction of Dorman Funeral Home in Orange.
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