Barbara Mae Russell

Life’s Legacy Ms. Barbara Mae Russell, daughter of the late Annie Rose and William C. Russell Sr. was born on December 1, 1951 in Henderson, North Carolina and was drawn to God’s solitude on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Barbara was educated in Richmond Public Schools upon which she was a proud graduate of Maggie L. Walker High School. Barbara accepted Christ at an early age and joined The Mount Carmel Baptist Church where she was a member until her passing. She served in the Young Women’s Usher Ministry. Barbara was the proud mother of her beloved daughter, Felicia whom she loved and cherished to the very end. She didn’t hesitate to brag about her daughter while chatting with others. Barbara was an extremely hard worker. She began working at age 15 at Medical College of Virginia (MCV Hospital) where she worked for 10 years. She then transitioned to retail where she worked at Zales Jewelry Store and Kmart for 27 years. After Kmart, she worked at Westminster Canterbury for 14 years until her retirement in 2018 while also working part-time at UPS where she worked for 24 years until her passing. Barbara was a social butterfly. She was well known and adored by many. She loved to cook, dance, party, and travel. You could always count on her to get the party started. She was very outspoken and humorous. You never knew what she would say or do. She kept everyone on their toes. Her hobbies included playing the slot machines and bingo. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Annie Rose and William C. Russell Sr., siblings, Gloria Jean and Bernard Russell Sr., nephew, Corey Russell, and best friend of 40 years, Phyllis Washington. Blessed to have been a part of her life and cherishing her memory are her devoted daughter, Felicia Williams (Rodney); granddaughter, Ta’mar Williams; brothers, Clifton Jr. (Faye) and Christopher Russell; sister-in-law, Lisa Russell; nephews, Troy Russell, Christopher Taylor, Bernard Russell Jr., and Clifton Russell III; niece in law, Lavonne Russell; great nieces, Aniyah Taylor, Tattiana Russell, Chrisette Taylor, Christa Taylor, Latifah Taylor, and Loyalty Taylor; great nephews, Corey Russell, Christopher Taylor Jr. and Elijah Taylor; great-great nephew, Caysen Russell whom was the joy of her life; a host of cousins and friends, among them devoted Twanna Easley, Dathie Washington, Johnnell Taylor, Shelia Rodwell, and Shirley Rogers. Barbara was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to many. Her presence will be missed greatly. May she continue to live in our hearts forever.

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Barbara Mae Russell

December 1, 1951 - May 18, 2024