She was retired from Arkla Gas, now known as Centerpoint Her greatest joy was spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She also enjoyed cooking, sewing, watching Razorback football. She was also a member of First Free Will Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents she is also preceded in death by her husband, James A. Russell; and a sister, Nadean Crawford.
Survivors include her two daughters, Judy Russell Jenkins of Monticello, Jane Russell Harrison and husband Ben of Monticello; one brother, Donald R. Barnett and wife Linda of Monticello; two sisters, Kay Ozment and husband David of Monticello and Reba Howell of Bryant; three grandchildren, Jeff Hudgens and wife Milca, Jennifer West Boren and husband Tommy, and Maranda West McEntire and husband Kevin; eight great grandchildren, Ty, West and Mari Russell Boren, Kamryn, Kel and Bree McEntire, Jeffery Hudgens and expectant great grandchild Grace Hudgens; along with a host of nieces and nephews that she also loved greatly.
Funeral services following Covid-19 guidelines will be Sunday, October 18, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. in the Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ralph Wells and Rev. Tim McDaniel officiating. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. prior to the funeral at the Chapel. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery.
Condolences(21)
Yancy Box
Oklahoma City, OK Thursday, December 24, 2020 Such a sweet, nice lady.Ashlee Orrell
Monticello, AR Tuesday, November 3, 2020 She was such a sweet woman that loved her family. I'm so glad I had the honor of knowing her. She will be missed!Roxanne Shook
Titusville, FL Thursday, October 22, 2020 Dear Jane, Judy,, Kay, and the family of Mrs. Russell, y'all are in my thoughts and prayers during this sad time. I grew up calling her "Mrs. Russell" when Sharon & I would walk down Borchardt St. to play with Jane and Judy. She was always so sweet and kind to us kids.Prayers for strength and peace.
Love,
Roxanne Shook
Brady and Rachel Vinson and family
Rison, AR Sunday, October 18, 2020 With our deepest sympathy. Your family are is in our thoughts and prayers.Donna Usry
Wilmar, AR Saturday, October 17, 2020 Jane and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.claude vaulner
monticello, AR Saturday, October 17, 2020 I am sorry for your great loss and I hope you find peace in knowing that your mother is in a much better place and where there is no more pain and suffering.Martha Ryburn
Monticello, AR Friday, October 16, 2020 Jane, Judy, Donald, Kay and all the family. I was so sorry to hear about Mrs. Louise. I have known her it seems like forever. She was such a sweet and pretty lady. She is in a better place now. God will see all of you through this difficult time.Jerry Jordan
Maumelle, AR Friday, October 16, 2020 Mrs. Russel was a very sweet and wonderful Lady, my thoughts and prayers are with Judy and her family.Martha L Waites
Monticello, AR Friday, October 16, 2020 Jane and Judy, I am so sorry about your mother. She was a lovely and sweet woman. I will be praying for your and your families.Sharon Shook McIntyre
Monticello, AR Friday, October 16, 2020 Dear Jane, Judy, Kay, & All Family of Ms. Louise,My heart goes out to each & everyone one of you at this sad time in your lives. She was not only beautiful outwardly she also was beautiful inwardly. I have the fondest memories of her when I was growing up on Borchardt St. Please know that you all are in my thoughts & prayers.
In Christian Love,
Sharon
A. L. Vick
Greenville, TX Friday, October 16, 2020 To Jane and the Russell Family. My sympathy for your loss of Ms. Louise.Janice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Friday, October 16, 2020 What great memories you girls do have to cherish of your precious mother. I know your sorrow, having lost my own mother just five years ago. I pray God surrounds you with His loving arms to give you peace and comfort. Much love & sympathy, JaniceCJ Sutherland
Monticello, AR Friday, October 16, 2020 Ms. Jane,Our prayers are with you and your family during this time of grief. Your mom was a wonderful lady and will be missed.
Hugs...
Julie, CJ, Chris, Chrissy, Noah, Justin & Carrie
Julie Grogg
Monticello, AR Friday, October 16, 2020 From our family to yours. Our hearts, hugs and prayers are with y’all. God Bless and rest well sweet Lady.Judy Selig
Benton, AR Thursday, October 15, 2020I’m so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Russel was such a kind and sweet lady. I haven’t seen her in many years, but I fondly remember her from my youth. Prayers for peace for you all during this sad time.
Gloria Ryburn
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 15, 2020 prayers and Love to the family Louise was a sweetheart, she will be missed. Thinking of yallMrs. Donald VanCleave
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 15, 2020 Louise was such a dear and special friend. She will be missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.Love,
Marnell
Jimmy & Donna Hill
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 15, 2020 Family - you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Mrs. Louise was such a special lady.Love,
Jimmy & Donna (VanCleave) Hill
John & Paige (Hill) Stell
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 15, 2020 You are all in our thoughts and prayers during the days ahead. Such a sweet and precious lady.Love,
John, Paige, Jayson, Colt, Brayden, Jake, Jared, & Brad
Jane Jo Summerford
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 15, 2020 Thinking of all of you. She was a sweet lady, and I am sorry for your loss.Wanda Morphis
Star City, AR Thursday, October 15, 2020 I am so sorry for you and Jane. Your mother was one if the prettiest women I know and was always kind. You are in my thoughts and prayers.