We bid farewell to Mary Russell in Spokane, Washington, born in Priest River, Idaho, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on June 18, 2024 at the age of 99. Mary touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mary Russell to pay them a last tribute.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let her loved ones carry forward the torch of her memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of her love and the brilliance of her spirit. Though Mary may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, her essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Orrin J. Welch and Esther A Welch (Pitts); and her daughter Paula Lee Russell. She is survived by : her daughter Pam Williams. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, June 25th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Riplinger Funeral Home (4305 N Division St, Spokane, WA 99207). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, June 25th 2024 at 1:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Tuesday, June 25th 2024 at 2:30 PM at the Greenwood Memorial (211 N Government Way, Spokane, WA 99224).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Riplinger Funeral Home