This lovely young woman worked with my daughter a few years ago, and I had the pleasure of meeting her on occasions at the wellsfargo where I also was a customer.  I'm saddened to hear of her passing, and we're thinking of her family and friends, and praying for them. 

From Yvette and Julia

Ms. Russell was an amazing teacher to my son Sergio. She was calm and patient when I know at times Sergio can be trying. We appreciate the love shown to all the students through her heartfelt text messages. I’m truly at a loss for words but please know how much your daughter was loved. Thank you, Ms. Russell, for always being there for your students and their parents.

With love,
Sergio and Stephanie Santiago

I am deeply saddened by this news, Juliana and I story started when we started working together at my eye doctor. We kept our friendship as years went by and I began doing nails and she came to me every single  month, she would do a lot of content for me because she loved digital marketing and we had so much fun doing it! We made so many memories during this time, had personal deep conversation about EVERYTHING, she was just a beautiful person inside and out. We shared milestones together, she attended my wedding, loved all of my children, joked so much with my husband. lol My heart is in shambles to know that she won’t be a call away. I will miss you so much and I’m just thankful to have been able to be your friend all these years. Until we meet again

We are heartbroken to hear of the passing of Ms. Juliana Kai Russell.  Our son Daniel Mazariegos became a better student by being in her class and he learned a lot from her. As our son’s Business class teacher, she made a lasting impact through her teaching, dedication, and genuine care for her students. Our son Daniel Mazariegos really liked her class because her presence in the classroom was more than just educational—it was inspiring. Please accept our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends, and everyone whose lives she touched. She will be greatly missed.

With sympathy,
Hugo and Lina Mazariegos

Ms. Russell, 
It was an honor getting to know you this year. I want you to know you did an awesome job and you sure made an impression on your students. I loved your enthusiasm, sweet smile, and the fact that you loved baseball. We are all heartbroken over here but thankful we had the pleasure of knowing you. I will buy the boys cookies in your honor after their game. May your precious soul rest in peace. 
Melanie 

Kevin and family, sending our most heartfelt condolences and praying for your comfort during this extremely difficult time.
Sincerely, 
The Zayas Family

Juliana, you were such a kind, caring, and wonderful person. You will always be missed.

Juliana ... from the moment I first interviewed you I could see how amazing you were.  I believed the way you were brought into our department was a true sign from God. I was blessed to be able to take you under my wing. For everything I was able to teach you, you were able to teach me something in return. You made a lasting impression on me, my family, and our students in such a short amount of time its difficult to believe we just met and it's devastating that you've been taken away so quickly. I know that you are smiling down on us and appreciating that there's no rush to finish your rice krispy treats. Love you! #thirdmama

I knew Juliana for a very short time  working at Wells Fargo during the pandemic but her smile and sweet nature impact me so much I was very shocked and sad when I heard her passing. Prayers for her🙏🏻 Praying for her family to bear this loss. I’m so sorry.Rest in peace Juliana 🌹

Sweet Juju… You will be missed! It was such a joy to get to know you a little during your time with High Voltage Volleyball! You were always so sweet and kind and had a beautiful smile to light up the whole team! 

To the family… I’m just now hearing about Juju’s untimely exit from this life, and I want to send you my sincerest condolences! She was truly a special girl and I’m sure she made an amazing adult! Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers!
Much love…
Brenda (McLean) Galliher

Our little group will never be the same. April 17, 2025. Celebrating each other like we always do. We love you

I had the pleasure of knowing Juliana from working at the credit union before she went into teaching. Luckily we continued our friendship. I feel so blessed to have known her. She had an infectious smile and was always so fun to be around. We had a small group who kept in touch and I'm thankful we were just together a few weeks ago celebrating my new job. We had a blast and I will never forget that night. It's still hard to believe she's gone. I am praying for her family, friends and students. I am so sorry. 🙏

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Juliana Kai Russell

October 27, 1997 – May 16, 2025

National Funeral Home & Memorial Park

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