(L.A.) Donald Russell, 62, Died From Substance Abuse

Case Number: 2025-08882

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 62-year-old White/Caucasian male whose lifeless body was found on a sidewalk.

The coroner’s office identified the man as Donald Russell.

Born in L.A. County. Mother’s maiden name is Marburge.

Hair: Brown / Eyes: Blue

Height: 5 feet 11 inches / Weight: 190 pounds

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Effects of Fentanyl, Methamphetamine and Ethanol

RIP DONALD NELSON RUSSELL (April 26, 1963 – May 29, 2025)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Thursday.

Local government authorities had the decedent’s body cremated on October 2.