Gwendolyn Ann Russell's Obituary
Gwendolyn Ann Russell, age 91, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2024. Born on March 6, 1933, to the late Edward G. and Martha Fabry, Gwen lived a life full of love, joy, and dedication to her family and friends.
In 1951, she married the love of her life, the late Nicholas William Russell. Together, they built a beautiful family, raising three children: Debbie (Ed) Zienkowski, Eric (Kellie) Russell, and Matt (Karin) Russell. Gwen was a proud grandmother to Laureen (Rudy) Kozan, Kaitlyn Depew, Nick Russell, Roman Russell, Evan Russell, and Samantha Russell, and a loving great-grandmother to Kenzie Mascotti.
Gwen graduated from West Tech High School in 1951. She worked as a civilian in the Naval Office for two years, Osborne Manufacturing, and ultimately retired from Premier Industrial Corporation after over 15 years as a Logistics Manager. After her retirement, Gwen and Nick relocated to Cape Coral, Florida, where she spent 20 wonderful years.
Gwen had a zest for life and a passion for roller skating, dancing, baseball, travel, and music. She was known for her warm hospitality and loved entertaining her family and friends, especially in Florida.
Her legacy of love and joy will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, from 12:00-2:00 PM at Sunset Memorial Chapel, 6245 Columbia Road, North Olmsted, Ohio 44070, where the funeral service will follow at 2:00 PM.
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