Jacquelyn J. Russell

 Jacquelyn Jean Russell, age 83, of Cassville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 7, 2009, at her daughters home surrounded by her family. She was born in Cassville on July 2, 1926, the daughter of John and Deanne (Oelke) Cathers. Jackie grew up in Cassville and thoroughly loved being a part of the Adrian, Esser, and Bausch extended family. After graduating from Cassville High School in 1942, and later Marquette University, she met Charles Russell. Jackie and Chuck were married on May 30, 1949, at St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville. Some people remember the salute to the newly married couple by several B25 aircraft flying over Cassville that day. Jackie always dreamed of having a large family and truly got her wish. She was not only a loving and generous mom to her own family, but welcomed all neighborhood children into her home as well. While raising nine children wasnt easy, she had the patience of a saint and was always there to listen and guide us in the right direction. When time allowed, Jackie loved to read, play bridge, sew, tend to her flowers and in her younger years, to dance the night away. Jackie was a truly special and remarkable lady. She will be forever missed by her husband of sixty years, children and grandchildren, especially Josh and Makylie. Her beautiful, sweet smile will never be forgotten. Mom our hearts are broken, but your spirit will live on in all of us. We love you forever more.

Jackie was preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include her husband, Charles Russell, Cassville; nine children: Charlie Russell, Prairie du Sac; Christine (Ken Nehls) Russell, Cassville; Ann Russell, Cobb; Bill (Jane) Russell, Verona; Sheila (Rob) Breuer, Cassville; Don (Kathy) Russell, Cassville; Theresa (Jerry) Reynolds, Cassville; Pat Boney (Anna Millard) Russell, Potosi; and Katie (Mike) Parkins, Potosi; ten grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three sisters: Sharon (Bill) Chapman, Lancaster; Kerry (Mike) Podolski, Madison; Donna Mae (Ken) Radloff, Farmersburg, IA; other relatives and many friends.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Charles Catholic Church with Father William Seipp officiating. Private family burial was in St. Marys Settlement, Cassville. Friends called on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, from 9:00 a.m. until time of services at the church. Martin Funeral Home in Cassville is assisting the family.