Anna is survived by her husband of 52 years, Robert; her sisters Carmella, Mary, and Patricia & brother Thomas; and her children Joseph and Donald and his husband Ryan.
Anna was born on October 13, 1947 in Philadelphia, PA, to Joseph J. Russo Jr and Asunta (Susie) DiPaola Russo.
She graduated West Catholic High School in 1964. She received an academic scholarship in 1966 to St. Agnes School of Nursing in Philadelphia. PA.
Anna met her husband, Bob, while working as a telephone directory operator. The NAVY employed Bob, so they married and embarked on their first adventure to Rhode Island, finally calling Norfolk, VA home. She excelled at several trades including tailor of naval uniforms, secretary, and bookkeeper. She ultimately created her own business as medical transcriptionist for which she was particularly proud. She found great satisfaction in helping others within the community as an active member of many service organizations, mainly the Boys Club and Lions Club.
A funeral mass is scheduled for Anna on November 14th 2020 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of the Assumption located at 4207 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, NC 28215 followed by graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park located at 5716 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28212.
Deacon Peter Duca will officiate. All are welcome to attend and join in our celebration of Anna's life.
The family would like to thank The Parc at Sharon Amity and Hospice House Aldersgate for kind and compassionate care of our beloved Anna.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Longest Day Alzheimer’s Association https://bit.ly/2IbmtKR.
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