Bearden, Russell Wade 50, of Mesa was born at Mesa's Southside Hospital as were his three siblings. Rusty went home to be with our Lord on February 27, 2010. He was preceded in death by a half-brother, Ronald E. Bearden-Watson. He is survived by a son, Russell "Wade" Jr. of Texas; father, Eugene Bearden and step-mother Sandra of Alaska; mother, Cherrie Grant of Mesa; siblings, Linit Bearden of Mesa, Danyelle Bearden of Black Canyon City, and Todd Bearden of Prescott Valley. He passed away unexpectedly in his sleep and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. There will be a memorial service Friday, March 12th and 2:00 at Meldrum Mortuary 52 N. MacDonald Mesa, AZ 85201 (480) 834-9255. His wishes would be in lieu of flowers to donate to his favorite charity, Paz de Cristo Community Center 424 W. Broadway Mesa, AZ 85210. Published in The Arizona Republic on March 10, 2010