Lois Lawrance Russell's obituary , Passed away on October 8, 2025 in Knoxville, Tennessee

Lois Lawrance Russell

June 25, 1924 - October 8, 2025 (101 years old)

Knoxville, Tennessee

Lois Lawrance Russell's obituary , Passed away on October 8, 2025 in Knoxville, Tennessee

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Gentry-Griffey Funeral Chapel

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Lois Lawrance Russell

June 25, 1924 - October 8, 2025 (101 years old)

Knoxville, Tennessee

Lois Lawrance Russell Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Lois Lawrance Russell (Knoxville, Tennessee), born in Elgin, Illinois, who passed away at the age of 101, on October 8, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Lois' memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Lois' journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may she find rest in the embrace of eternity.

She was predeceased by: her husband Wendell H. Russell; and her parents, Inez Highfill Lawrance and Harold Gaines Lawrance. She is survived by: her daughter Wendy Ruth Russell (Lee Dudka); her grandsons, Peter Ivan Dudka (Paula Eisenbraun Dudka) and Andrew Wendell Dudka; and her sons, Lawrance Gaines Russell (Melissa Tipton Russell) and Randall Highfill Russell.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 18th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the St John's Episcopal Cathedral (413 Cumberland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902).

In lieu of flowers, contributions to St. John's Episcopal Cathedral or Southern Poverty Law Center.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gentry-Griffey Funeral Chapel



Sat

Oct 18

Funeral service

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

St John's Episcopal Cathedral
413 Cumberland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902

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