

She was born in Salina, Kansas on February 20, 1934 to Robert and Amelia (Reiff) Burch. She was a graduate of Assaria High School and Bethany College in Lindsborg, KS. She majored in music education and taught music to children in several school settings. She also conducted children’s choir at the St. Mark’s Cathedral (Episcopal) Church in Minneapolis.
She married Charles Russell, prominent Wells Fargo Banker on August 24, 1958. Carolyn enjoyed photography. She captured many beautiful images while traveling abroad as well as in her beloved Duluth. Her photos were exhibited in several galleries and venues in northern Minnesota.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles Russell; and brother Robert (Pat) Burch
She is survived by her two daughters, Tracy (Bernardo Useche) Russell and Jennifer (Adrian) Lenardic; grandson, Nicolas Charles Useche; and sister, Marolyn (Paul) Willden.
Memorial Service will be 11 a.m., Friday, May 29, 2015 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1710 E Superior St., Duluth. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to St. Paul's Episcopal Church or the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra.
Please leave a memory of Carolyn or words of support for the family at www.bellbrothersjarvidowd.com.
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