Photo courtesy of Woodfin Funeral Chapel - Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Jul 15, 1918 – Jan 13, 2023
Elizabeth Anne "Betsy" Russell, age 104 of Murfreesboro formerly of Johnson City, TN. She was born in Hillsboro, Il and was preceded in death by her husband, Robert L. Russell; parents, Guy McCamant, and Edna Wallace McCamant.
Mrs. Russell was a member of First Baptist Church in Johnson City, TN and was a graduate of the University of Michigan with her Master’s in Library Science.
She is survived by her children, Ann Hendrix, David G. Russell and wife Jamie, Margaret R. Walcoff and husband Ed; grandchildren, Scott Beavers and Marcy, Ben Hendrix and fiancé Lindsay, David Russell, Jr and fiancé Ariana, Kelley Smith and husband Sean, Jennifer Holtz and husband Matt; great-grandchildren, Patrick, Kevin, and Peyton.
Graveside service will be 2:00PM Friday at Mountain Home Veterans Cemetery in Johnson City.TN. www.woodfinchapel.com
Read MoreI worked with Betsy for several years in the gift shop at the Medical Center. She was delightful and a great working partner. She shared her love of golf and of life with all of us. I'm sure you are missing her. Holly Johnson
Holly Johnson
April 28, 2023 | Work
Ann and Ben,
I am so sorry for your loss. She was so sweet and seemed to live life to the fullest. Praying for you and your family.
Holly Tilford
January 16, 2023 | Woodbury, TN | Friend
Ann,
I’m so sorry for the loss of your precious mother. You are such an inspiration in the way that you cared for her. Praying for you & your family as you grieve. Psalm 116:15
Lisa Emfinger
January 16, 2023 | Murfreesboro, TN | Coworker
I’m so sorry to read about the passing of your mom Ann. Praying for peace and comfort for your family in the days to come. It’s amazing that she reached the grand age of 104. Sending much love to you. ❤
Page Haynes
January 16, 2023 | Christiana, TN | Coworker
GG was one of a kind and truly an inspiration to live a full life. I always appreciated that she took the time to ask how I was doing and what I was up to. She liked hearing about travel and adventure and sharing her similar life experiences. A blessing to know her :)
GINA SENNE
January 15, 2023 | Friend
If we could all live such a wonderful and amazing life!
Our thoughts,
Uncle Dick and Aunt Debbie Steagall
Deborah Steagall
January 13, 2023 | Rockvale, TN | Acquaintance
