Joseph Paul Russell III, a 38-year-old man from Silsbee, Texas, tragically died on November 7, 2022. He was born on October 24, 1984, in Galveston, Texas, to Carolyn Watts Russell and Joseph Paul Russell Jr. Joseph is survived by his daughter, Layla Cordova, and his parents, Carolyn W. Russell and Joseph "Joby" Paul Russell Jr. He also leaves behind siblings, Jessaca Russell, Lelani Russell, and Aliyah Russell, as well as several other family members.
Joseph's death was the result of a fatal shooting that occurred during an argument with another man, Lindsey Joseph Bertrand III, who is 44 years old and also from Silsbee. The incident took place around 8:30 p.m. on November 7, 2022, in the 2600 block of Pine Park Drive, north of Silsbee. According to Hardin County Sheriff Mark Davis, the argument escalated when Bertrand pulled out a handgun and shot Russell once in the chest. Despite attempts to revive him, Russell was pronounced dead at the scene.
Lindsey Joseph Bertrand III was arrested at the scene and charged with murder. He was held in the Hardin County Jail on a $500,000 bond set by Justice of the Peace Charles Brewer. The Hardin County Sheriff's Office conducted an investigation, and an autopsy was ordered to determine the exact cause of death. The investigation revealed that Russell and Bertrand did not know each other prior to the incident.
The case has drawn significant attention in the local community, with many expressing their condolences and seeking justice for Joseph Paul Russell III. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are continuing to gather evidence and interview witnesses to build a strong case against the suspect.
Joseph Paul Russell III's death has left a profound impact on his family and friends, who remember him fondly for his sense of humor, kindness, and the joy he brought into their lives. His memorial service was held on November 19, 2022, at Broussard's Mortuary in Silsbee, where family and friends gathered to honor his memory.
