Katie Russell Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Katie Russell of Kannapolis, North Carolina, who passed away on April 25, 2026 at the age of 92. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Katie's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.

She was predeceased by: her mother Mary Johnson; and her daughters, Phyllis Rucker and Savonni Russell. She is survived by: her children, Harry Lec Russell, Jr. (Terry) of Spencer, NC and Evelyn Dixon of Kannapolis, NC; her sisters, Juanita Howie of Kannapolis, NC, Faye McKnight of Kannapolis, NC, Regina McLaughlin of Charlotte, NC and Overa Brown of Davidson, NC; her niece Stacey Johnson; and her nephew Robbie Brown. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; three great great-grandchildren.