Melissa Sue Russell
Melissa Sue Russell, age 46, of Lisle. Beloved wife of Kevin. Loving mother of Kylie, Ty, Ally, Brooke, Caden, Sullivan and Harper. Devoted daughter of Susan Quenzler and the late John Brands. Dear sister of Ryan Brands (Tammy Butkus) and Peter (Christy) Brands. Fond aunt of many. Visitation 3 to 9pm Monday, April 1, 2024 at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301-75th Street, Downers Grove. Additional visitation 9am until Funeral Mass 10am Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, Lisle. Interment Assumption Cemetery, Wheaton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society appreciated. Melissa was a teacher at Butler School District in Oak Brook. Funeral home phone 630/964-6500
My deepest sympathy and prayers to all of you. 🙏🙏🙏Melissa was such a special person, a wonderful mother and wife. You have a beautiful family and Melissa will always be present in all of your hearts. Heaven has a new angel and you have a new Guardian Angel. She is now at peace.
Love you all ❤️❤️
My deepest sympathy and prayers 🙏🙏🙏 to all of you in the loss of Melissa. She was a special mother, wife and friend to everyone. She lives on in each one of her beautiful children and will always be with all of you in your hearts. . God has a new angel in Heaven and you all have a new Guardian Angel. Love all of you. RIP Melissa. ❤️❤️😇🙏
Sending love and prayers to the Russell family.
Marilyn Buchholz
So sorry for your loss, she truly will be missed, what a beautiful soul she was, someone needed her more, may your family find peace and comfort in the beautiful memories she has left you all with.
May his perpetual light shine upon her.
Love,
Marybeth Skinner
Melissa was an amazing friend, wife, and mother. She had the most beautiful smile and kind heart. She was a phenomenal teacher and I was proud and humbled to have her as a colleague. Her family was always her pride and joy. This world was a better place because of Melissa. I will miss you dearly my friend! ❤️
Mrs. Russell, as my daughter knew her, taught at Benjamin Middle School for the year my daughter was in 6th grade math. They had an amazing bond that teachers and students alike yearn for. She was the first teacher to ever make my daughter believe in herself regarding math and helped her to see herself as truly capable. She was in our school and our lives for far too short of a time but her impact will never be forgotten. My daughter and I will be forever grateful to her for the indelible mark of confidence she left behind.
Kev and family, I am heartbroken for all of you. I am unable to attend the services as I will be out of state for work. I send my love and condolences. Anything you need Kev, you let me know.
Dearest Russell clan,
I am truly heartbroken over Melissa’s passing. She was such a wonderful amazing women and mother. When I was running crazy stressed out, her serene grace was something I truly admire about her. She was something to behold as she exuded poise and level-headedness to things that I found stressful and out of control. I often who repeat a mantra, “what would Melissa do?” Her quiet strength was her super power. I still to this day, cannot fathom how she did it all – raise a family, work, hubs, volunteer, keep an amazing house, run. She will be truly missed by our entire family and the Lisle community. I know that if I do make it to the pearly gates, Melissa will be there and the two of us will enjoy a big glass of wine. Love ya, Missy Sue!
From,
Missy Dawn
Melissa was truly an angel on earth and now an angel in heaven. She had the most beautiful family that she was the MOST proud of . I will miss her kind eyes and soft smile. She touched so many lives and left this life far too soon we will never ever forget her. May she rest in peace and watch over her family .
I am so, so sorry to learn of Melissa’s passing. I know you are a family of faith and love. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love and prayers to the Russell family.
Our sincere condolences to the Russell family. You are in our hearts and prayers. ~ The Whited Family – Josh, Natalie, Lily & Violet
I am so sorry for your loss. Kevin, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jill Russo
So sorry to hear this terrible news. I will be out of town Monday but my thoughts will be with you. Hold your kids close..
My heart hurts for your family. You are in my prayers.
Claudia Payne
To all of Melissa’s family,
Our cousin Melissa was a true Angel in life and will continue to be one in Heaven! She shared all her beautiful memories so that we can never forget how wonderful she was and is!!! Forever in our hearts !!!
My deepest condolences to the entire Russel family. You are in the thoughts and prayers of your Lion Pride.
Sending love and prayers to all of you.
Sending strength to the Russell family during this difficult time. Our son had Mrs. Russell at Butler last year and her guidance was so appreciated.
Our deepest sympathy to the Russell family. Melissa was such a beautiful person and a great mother. We will always remember her smile. Thinking of you all, and continued prayers for your family.
My prayers are with your family.
Chris McGrath
DGN Wrestling
Downers Grove Wrestling Club
I am sorry for your loss. I am praying for all of you. Your family is a delight and I know you will band together and will keep Melissa in your hearts.
My sincere condolences to the Russell family. Our condolences ragers are with you all.
So sorry for your loss. Much love and prayers for the Russell family as they navigate through this difficult time. 🙏