Jean G. Russo

Jean Gardner Russo, age 85, passed away on May 5, 2020 at her home in New Orleans. A native of New Orleans, Jean was born on September 21, 1934 to the late Louis Philip Gardner and Rose Quaglino Gardner. She is preceded in death her husband, Joseph S. Russo.

Jean is survived by her sons, Michael G. Russo (Kathy) and Louis P. Russo (Michelle); her grandchildren, Joseph Michael Russo, Kellie Jean Rhodes (Harry), Joseph Philip Russo, Dominic Michael Russo and Andrew Brice Russo; great-grandchildren, Michael Joseph Rhodes, Mason Wu Rhodes, Madison Skye Rhodes and Annabelle Rae Russo; her sister, Joy Rose G. Williams; and many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to Jean’s primary caretakers, Daniel and Dillon for their dedicated love and care given to her for many years.

Jean was a legal secretary and a member of the Silver Slammers. She was a devout parishioner of St. Rita Church in New Orleans and a member of the Louisiana Bridge Center in Kenner where she achieved the rank of “Life Master.” Most importantly, Jean was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. Her kindness, selflessness and love for her family and friends will forever be remembered. She will be deeply missed by all.

Due to the current circumstances and State restrictions, services will be private at this time. Services inviting all family and friends will be held at a later date.

The family invites you to express your fond thoughts and condolences online at lakelawnmetairie.com.