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Diane Russo Obituary

Diane Lynette (Harrison) Russo, 76, of Middletown, wife of the late Salvatore A. Russo, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 11th, at her home surrounded by her family and friends. She was born in Middletown, the daughter of the late Burton A. and Frances (Kelly) Harrison. Prior to her retirement, Diane was employed with the City of Middletown Board of Education's custodial maintenance department.
She is survived by her children, Robert Russo of Cromwell and Sallyanne Astromowicz and her husband, Alan Astromowicz of Middletown; six grandchildren and five great grandchildren; Patty Jean Formica and several other cousins, aunts and uncles and her lifelong friend, Carol Piro of Middletown.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday (October 23rd) at 10:30 a.m. at Victory Christian Church, 191 Meriden Road, (Rte. 66), Middlefield. Burial will be in State Veterans' Cemetery, Middletown. Friends may call at the church on Wednesdayfrom 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to CATALES, Inc., PO Box 901, Middletown, CT 06457. Biega Funeral Home has care of the arrangements. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Middletown Press on Oct. 20, 2013.

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The Konstantinidis Family

October 22, 2013

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Sending our deepest condolences.

Elaine Eldridge

October 22, 2013

God asked for one of his Angel's back, you will be dearly missed.

Lynn Ushhcak

October 22, 2013

Sally and Bobby and Family,
We are sad to hear about Aunt Diane's passing. We are sorry for your loss. We remember Aunt Diane's beautiful smile and great laugh and all the many 4th of July picnics. God Bless. Lynn Ushchak and Family

Denise /Marvin (Young)(Belin) Privott

October 22, 2013

To the Family, Our deepest Condolences. We didn't get to meet Momma, but through her children (We and Sally went to school together) We know she had to be a wonderful person. Keep God First, Family. He is Our Soothing, Savior. It is He who will Heal our Pain. God Bless Us All and To God Be The Glory.

Joni and Ken Kindschi

October 21, 2013

Sally and Bobby.. we are so sorry to hear of your loss and our deepest sympathies are sent to you with love. Aunt Diane was a wonderful woman and will be greatly missed. God Bless You All

Sallyanne Astromowicz

October 19, 2013

In memory of my mother, Diane Russo

You were a precious gift from God above,
so much beauty, grace and love.
You touched our hearts in so many ways,
your smile so bright even on the bad days.
You heard God's whisper calling you home,
you didn't want to go and leave us alone.
You loved us so much, you held on tight,
till all the strength was gone and you could no longer fight.
He had called your name twice before,
you knew you couldn't make him wait anymore.
So you gave your hand to God and slowly drifted away,
knowing that with our love we will be together again some day

Bill Schuler

October 19, 2013

Sally, We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. Hugs from Bill & Kathy.

Sallyanne Astromowicz

October 19, 2013

In memory of my mother, Diane Russo

You were a precious gift from God above,
so much beauty, grace and love.
You touched our hearts in so many ways,
your smile so bright even on the bad days.
You heard God's whisper calling you home,
you didn't want to go and leave us alone.
You loved us so much, you held on tight,
till all the strength was gone and you could no longer fight.
He had called your name twice before,
you knew you couldn't make him wait anymore.
So you gave your hand to God and slowly drifted away,
knowing that with our love we will be together again some day

Deb Jarzabek

October 18, 2013

My heartfelt prayers go out on behalf of Sally & family during this time. May God grace you with his presence peace and comfort now and always. {{HUG}}

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