RUSSELL, Sally Ann Passed away peacefully at Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME, on Wednesday, July 20, after a valiant fight with kidney disease. Sally had recently moved to Yarmouth, ME, from Wayland, MA, to be closer to Family.

Sally was charismatic, adventurous, and a generous spirit who lived life to the fullest. Born November 29, 1954 in Wellesley, MA, Sally graduated from Wellesley High School in 1973, then did a gap year traveling through Europe and sailing in the Virgin Islands. She attended Katherine Gibbs in Boston and went on to be part of the creative department at Hill Holiday Connors Cosmopulos, where she spent over 20 years of her career. Her favorite year was 1981 when she was working in the London office and fell in love with all things Royal.

Sally's happiest times were spent on her beloved Nantucket island. At all times of the year, Sally loved her time on the island with friends and family, sailing, beachcombing, entertaining, gardening, and cooking her favorite Nantucket bay scallops. Sally also became a master craftswoman, opening the Nantucket Collection and weaving Nantucket Lightship baskets of all sizes and designs.

Sally was predeceased by her mother, Elizabeth (Hannon) Russell; her father, James W. Russell; and her brother, James "Jay" Russell. She is survived by her brother, Gardner "Chip" Russell, his partner, Terri Scribner; sister-in-law, DeeDe Baietti, her husband, Rick Baietti; niece, Rebecca Spear, her husband, Marshall; and Sally's great-nephews, Jack, Calvin, and Walter, all of Yarmouth, ME.

Cheers to Sal-Gal, may her whimsical spirit live on. A Celebration of Life will be held for Sally and her brother, Jay (who passed this Winter). Join us for lunch at the Pierce House in Lincoln, MA, on Thursday, September 15, at 11:30 am. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Lindquist Funeral Home, YARMOUTH, ME.

For those wishing to honor Sally's memory, a donation can be made in her name to the following organizations she was passionate about:

Boys & Girls Club of Nantucket, nantucketboysandgirlsclub.org

MSPCA - Donate Now, MSPCA-Angell

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 5 to Aug. 7, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for SALLY RUSSELL

10 Entries

Cate Cannon

July 30, 2024

I tnink of Sally and your family often! Xo

Bill and Kim Hannon

September 12, 2022

Sally was always so sweet and friendly when we would get together at family affairs. She was a pleasure to talk to and spend time with. Unfortunately we can´t make it to the services for her and brother Jay, but want to send our sincerest condolences, we will miss them both. Thinking of you Chip.

Maryanne Gleason Sarfati

September 5, 2022

I have many fond memories of Sally since we went to High School together and I was in a long term relationship with her brother Chip.
We spent one summer working together for a family on Nantucket Island - she the babysitter and I the maid! We spent many days out on their boat and lunched at the Yacht Club!
Lots of fun!
Rest in peace Sally - I hope we meet again XOXO

Maryanne Gleason Sarfati

September 5, 2022

I have many fond memories of Sally, particularly the summer we worked together for a family on Nantucket Island - she the babysitter and I the maid!!! Afternoons on their boat and lunches at the Yacht Club!
We spent much of high school together since I was in a long term relationship with her brother Chip.
My heart goes out to you Chip - my deepest condolences to you and your family.
Rest in peace Sally - my we meet again my friend XOXO

Maryanne Gleason Sarfati

September 5, 2022

I have such fond memories of us working for a family together on Nantucket Island - she the babysitter and I the maid! Lunches at the Yacht Club and riding out on the boat. We had many fun times together for years since I was also involved in a long term relationship with her brother Chip.
My heart goes out to you Chip - my deepest condolences to you and your family.
Sally rest in peace my friend - I hope we meet again. XOXO

Laurie Hughes

August 24, 2022

Whenever I think of Sally, I smile. She was literally one of a kind. The last time we saw each other was on Nantucket. Seems fitting. Until we meet again.

val thomas

August 16, 2022

i'm so very sad to hear Sally has left us, and suffered a hard end. such a well mannered and gracious person. i will always think of her with love and affection.

Sheila Gump

August 8, 2022

Many smiles when I think of Sally. She was such a fun, independent, and creative soul who always kept things running smoothly down in the corner office of HHCC. My thoughts are with family and friends; rest in peace Miss Sally.

Donna Nolan

August 7, 2022

I remember Sally very fondly. I worked with her at Hill Holliday and remember her always talking about scalloping. Rip Sally

Cate Berger Cannon

August 7, 2022

I was so sorry to hear about Sally, many memories! Some we might want to forget : ) Chip you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! I will see you in September! xoxo Cate

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