Kathy Kuhn Russo passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at the age of 65. She was a native of New Orleans and resident of Metairie. Kathy received her bachelor's degree at L.S.U. and was an environmental scientist with Jefferson Parish. She proudly served her country in the U.S. Army as a Lieutenant. Kathy loved her dogs, LSU, Saints and most of all, her family. She is deeply missed. Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, Jean Guidry and Wilder Kuhn. She is survived by her devoted husband of 34 years, Michael Russo M.D.; her loving children, Kellie Russo Rhodes and Joseph “Joey” Russo; sister, Karole Coleman (Bob); brothers, Wilder Kuhn (Meric) and Matthew Kuhn; her adoring grandchildren, Michael Rhodes, Mason Rhodes and Madison Rhodes. The family would like to give special thanks to Lisa Comeaux, Billy and Mary Renaudin and Nicole Drake; and an extra special thanks to Dr. Simeone for his excellent service he provided. Relatives and friends are invited to attend services for Kathy at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. New Orleans, LA on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. A visitation will be from 11:00am until a Mass begins at 1:00pm. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery.
