William Thomas Russell

Biography

Early life and education William Russell was born on October 20, 1863, in Baltimore, Maryland, to William and Rose Russell. He received his early education at the parochial school of St. Patrick's Parish in Baltimore. At age 14, he entered St. Charles College in Ellicott City, Maryland. Five years later, due to poor health, he returned to Baltimore to convalesce while attending Loyola College. After his ordination, Russell was assigned as pastor of St. James Parish in Hyattsville, Maryland.

In addition to his episcopal duties, Russell served on the executive committee of the National Catholic War Council, and was head of the press department of the National Catholic Welfare Council. His relative, John Russell, later served as bishop of Charleston.

Death William Russell died on March 18, 1927, in Charleston at age 63.