Russel Capps, 53, of Crawfordsville, In, passed away on March 31, 2026. Russel was born October 26, 1972, in Tipton, IN, to James (Jim) and Evonda Capps.

Russel grew up in Speedwell, TN, where he enjoyed riding both dirt bikes and horses, as well as camping and swimming in creeks and lakes. Russel worked different jobs over the years but was a team member of the Cracker Barrel family for the last 9 years, where he earned his living as a dishwasher.

Russel of man of connection and quiet adventure. He cherished the opportunity to chat with folks- family, friends and strangers alike and especially enjoyed chatting and catching up with family and old friends from "down home" (Tennessee). He loved to share news and make sure everyone was doing ok. Russel enjoyed drawing, playing games, going camping with sister and brother-in-law and was an avid reader. He loved to try new things- whether that was a new recipe he found online or a new soda flavor. He enjoyed watching horror movies and collecting all sorts of movie memorabilia, especially from Friday the 13 th , Harry Potter, and Scooby Doo.

Russel is survived by his sister Mamie (Waylon) Orndorff, of Crawfordsville, IN; one nephew Phillip; five nieces, Ashley, Elizabeth, Armisha, Jenny, Tisha; and several great-nieces, great-nephews, aunts, uncles and many cousins. Russel was loved by many outside his blood family, including dear family Lawney Gilbert, Phillip Ladd, and several Cracker Barrel family members.

Russel was proceeded in death by his parents, James (Jim) and Evonda Capps; half-brother, Jimmy Capps Jr.; half-sister, Ginger Parish; and sister, Kristy Johnson.

A celebration of life will be held at Eastside Baptist Church at 2000 Traction Road, Crawfordsville, IN. 47933 on Saturday April 18, 2026, from 11a.m to 1p.m.