Sally Jean Wise Russo

I was in graduate school at Yale and lived in the same dorm with Sally. I remember when she married Joe. My condolences to her family. Judy Wubnig

Sally was my mother's best friend and they both died too soon. I hope they're enjoying one another's company again. I miss them both.

I remember sitting on Maura's porch with Sally, talking about some challenges in my life. She listened with a smile in her eyes, compassionate and kind. But there was something more that she communicated with that smile: that it wasn't all so bad and I would be OK. She was right. I only met her a few times, but I am so glad I did. My deepest sympathy for the Russo family.

Sally was so instrumental in helping me (and my family) in dealing with the suicide of my brother and ways to deal with mental health issues that affect family and friends! I will always hold her in my heart as one of my "Mother's 5 s" ...so sorry for her loss!!

Sally's kindness and understanding were a great help to me during a difficult time in my life: divorce and unhappy adolescent children. The children grew up into wonderful adults, and my life has been so much happier and easier. Still, I am often comforted and inspired by memories of Sally and her comments and advice.