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Hattie Russell Obituary
Hattie P. Gray Russell PORTSMOUTH - Hattie P. Gray Russell expired at her home Sept. 22, 2008. She was born Sept. 28, 1916, in Eden (formerly Spray), N.C., to the late Bishop D.R. and Hattie Perkins. She was a member of New Mount Zion COGIC and also fellowshipped with Jubilee Ministries Inc. Hattie Russell retired from Portsmouth public schools as a teacher. She was preceded by her death by her late husbands, Marcus Gray and Elder Henry H. Russell; sister, Fairie Williams; son, Marcus Gray Jr.; and granddaughter, Laté Clark. Hattie Russell leaves to cherish her memory her children, Beverley Gray, Marcia Sharon Crump and Henry H. Russell Jr.; daughter-in-law, JoAnne Gray; grandchildren, Shani Russell Diaz, Christopher Clark, Marcus and Robyn Crump. Corprew Funeral Home is handling the funeral. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in Macedonia COGIC, 1800 Azalea Ave., Portsmouth. A wake will be held at 7 p.m. today in New Mount Zion COGIC, 1224 Cavalier Blvd., Portsmouth.
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Beverly Vaughan
September 19, 2024
Ms. Hattie Russel was my teacher at Shea Terrance elementary school. When I look at the leaves for the fall and all of the colors I think of Ms. Russell. Ms. Russell had a wooden paddle in her room and boy did I get that paddle a lot. Back then the teachers cared about their students. We would go outside and play kick ball everyday. I think about ms. Russell alot. Ms. Russell taught me how to sing. I thank God for the good memories of Ms. Hattie Russell.
Beverly B Vaughan
February 19, 2023
Ms. Russell taught at shea terrace elementary school. Ms. Russell was one of the best teachers that I ever had. We would go out every day and play dodge ball.
Geraldine Reid
September 26, 2008
Rejoice in the Knowledge that she knew Christ and served him wholeheartedly therefore to be absent from this body is to be present with God. She no longer will be able to attend to her garden at home but today she is relaxing in the garden of Love. She will be fondly missed and loved.
Mike McClure
September 26, 2008
Mrs. Russell was as beautiful as the flowers she planted in her yard. As an educator she was responsible for helping make many of us who grew up in North Truxton and attended Truxton School the successful adults we are today. No words can thank you enough as you will never be forgotten. May GOD Bless You with a Rose Garden In Glory.
Vernon Clark
September 26, 2008
Mrs. Russell was like a mom to me. It is difficult to imagine life without her. Her home was my home-and I was always welcome there.
She was a gentle giant who dedicated her life to prepare all of her students to excel in life; I was one of those students.
Nevertheless, "to live is Christ and to die is gain!" I am confident that my teacher, friend and encourager is resting in the bossom of Jesus! What a life God has allowed Mrs. Russell to live.
Mrs. Hattie Mae Perkins Gray Russell will be greatly missed.
With Eternal love,
James McDonnell
September 26, 2008
Mrs. Russell was my teacher in 6th grade. I have never forgotten her. She was such a strong influence in my life. Thank you Mrs. Russell.
Maynard & Elsie Fleshman
September 25, 2008
Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
With love and sympathy.
Maynard & Elsie Fleshman
Carole Artis
September 25, 2008
In my distres I cried unto the Lord, and he heard me.
May he bless and comfort you.
With love,
Carole, Benny & Cheryl Artis
Daryll Crump
September 25, 2008
Mom Russell has always been a positive influence in my life. Her physical presence will surely be missed, but the love that she had for everyone will live on forever.
Mark Joyner
September 25, 2008
Mrs. Russell was a kind and wonderful teacher. I was a student that was having personnel issuse with the death of my father. She shared her faith and gave me the support I was looking for. God Bless you Mrs. Russell.
Patricia Williams
September 25, 2008
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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