Madeline Elizabeth Russell

Lifelong Grosse Pointe resident Betty Russell celebrated her first day in the loving arms of her Savior on September 5, 2010, after a brief illness. Betty was born on December 7, 1920 to Edward and Madeline Newitt at her Grandmother's home in Windsor, Ontario. She graduated from Grosse Pointe High and went on to attend Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois. She was a loving devoted wife to Edward J. Russell, Jr. for sixty-two years. Throughout her life, Betty gave generously of her time and talents to numerous organizations. She will be remembered by her devotion and faith in God, her love of Jesus Christ, and her unwavering love and support of family. Betty was blessed with many friends whom she truly loved spending time with, and the family cherishes the memories they all created. From a very young age, Betty had a gift for music. She had a beautiful solo voice and played the piano since the age of six. During her teen years she was very active in her church youth group and participated in many musical groups. God used her to touch many lives through her steadfast devotion, and was a living testimony throughout her entire life. Betty and her husband traveled the world and enjoyed spending winters at their home in Fort Lauderdale. She loved gardening and was always planning large dinner parties, or baking for the church Bake Sale. Later in life Betty took up golf and enjoyed playing in the ladies league at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club. Mrs. Russell is survived by her faithful husband Ed, and loving children Mariann Looney (Michael), Charles (Sue), and Edward J. III (Marcia); Grandchildren, Lindsay and Brad Graves; Elizabeth, Jeremy and Shana Russell; Carly (Casazza), Sarah, and Paige Russell; and many great grandchildren. She also is survived by her brothers George and John, and was predeceased by her brother Edward. A Celebration of Life will be held at noon Friday September 10th at the Grosse Pointe Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Betty Russell Memorial Fund c/o Grosse Pointe Baptist Church, 21336 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

Funeral Home:

A. H. Peters Funeral Home of Grosse Pointe

20705 Mack Avenue

Grosse Pointe Woods, MI

US 48236