Lisa Marie Russell

Lisa & I met at a cancer support group at Longstreet. She will be sorely missed.

Oh sweet Lisa, beautiful friend ... my heart is broken that you had to go, but I am trusting in your words "God got this" & that He has you now ... how lucky He is. Run to your sweet momma & grab those babies from her loving arms giving them those hugs & kisses you longed for for so long. Rest easy with them all now. The picture below of me with the ladybug earring was a gift from her. It just came in the mail out of the blue with a note that she was thinking of me. This was so Lisa. She had the biggest heart & was a very good & special friend that I am grateful to have had in my life.

I love you & will miss everything about you, Lisa

My deepest heartfelt condolences to all Lisa´s family, friends, Hicksville Comets family, & especially to you, Rich. What an amazing husband. Thank you for the love & care you gave our beautiful friend. In time I pray you find comfort from the caregiving role you played all these years ... you loved her through every ugly step & gave her the best gift ... your strength that made her feel safe, supported, & never alone. Take good care of yourself.

I miss seeing your posts. It is bittersweet when I look back on my Facebook memories and see your comments. I know that you are right next to your husband and I am hoping he can feel you. All I feel is a empty place in my heart. I am not used to this nor am I ready for it. I am not going to say goodbye because I know in my heart I will see you again. When you see my children please give them a hug and a kiss from me. I love you sweet friend and miss you so much xo

Lisa, I miss you so much! What a sweet special spirit you have ! I loved coming by with lunch and "crash" on you sofa. Rich got STARS so we could watch Outlander. He has been so good to you. I truly believe because of Rich´s excellent care, you´d been given extra time You shared your birthday with my husband Mitch. Please say "hi" to him for me in Heaven. I miss you so much. Thanks for the sweet sincere friendship we´ve shared. See you soon dear friend

Lisa is a true gem of a human. When I first met her, I wondered how many red bulls she may have drank but really Lisa was just full of life and energy. She would update me on the recent trips she had with Rich or talk about her next 5K/training routine. She shared vulnerable moments and always expressed love to her family. Thank you Lisa for being in our lives and showing us the importance of being kind and living life with a heart of gold! May you rest in peace, sweet country mouse!

I knew that I would miss you I just did not realize how much. Everyday and before I fall asleep beautiful friend I think of you. I think about your hubby and I know he is hurting so much and wish there was more I could do to comfort him. A light was extinguished when you left and it amazes me how one soul so full of light and love leaving would make this world feel empty. If I am not writing to you as much it is not because I have forgotten you. That is impossible to do. My heart is broken and it will be a long time before the totally of your loss sinks in. I love you sweetheart and miss you so much xo

Lisa has been a friend and mail client for years!

A light and a beacon showing us how to love and live in His love... all the Angels in heaven rejoice

Lisa was my Lucy and I her Ethel. We shared much joy and much sorrow, the last time we talked we didn´t say goodbye - just "see you". I cherish all the memories my Lucy, with love your Ethel.

Lisa was a god send for me at the time she came into my life in 2009. I had moved away from friends and family up to Dahlonega Ga for nursing school and felt alone, scared, and isolated. We met at a support group and she was also new to the area so we became the best of friends and did everything together. She was my biggest supporter and cheerleader. We coined her my second mom because that is who she was to me. She was My Lisa and I was Her Megan. She was there for me through all my trials and tribulations while going through challenging academics and growing into my own as an adult. She taught me so much about being a good friend and mother. No matter what was she was going through, she always made time for me whether it was spending time together or lending her ear. We were able to be there for each other. She was so cute conquering some of her fears by going on adventures with me such as zip lining. She didn´t think she would be able to do it but I kept telling her "you got this!!" She was so proud of herself after she did the first one and was absolutely adorable as she hopped up and down all excited "I did it!! I did it!! That was so much fun!! I can´t believe I was so scared and I did it!" I was so proud of her and she taught me that I too can do hard things even when it´s scary.
She loved hearing about my dating life and she knew I would find myself an amazing wife one day. She often would say one day she will be dancing at my wedding and she couldn´t wait. When I finally was tying the knot years later, she came up to me and gave me the biggest and hardest hug and said "Guess what!! I am dancing at your wedding!!!" Her husband Rich snapped this picture after she said that and then she started dancing with me with her eyes so big and bright. She was so proud and happy and my heart was filled with so much joy that she was there. Even though this was a difficult time in her life health wise, she still came to my wedding and danced with me. This is a prime example of how Lisa lived her life. She often put others wants and needs before her own, she loved fiercely, and was the kindest most sincere person I´ve ever known. I am forever grateful to have made such fond memories with her. Love you now and always My Lisa. Until we meet again.

God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

My deepest condolence for your loss...

I was blessed to have spent a lot of time with Lisa when we were young, as we were the only 2 young women in the Aviation program. Together we laughed a lot and we were happy to rival most of the boys. It was a joy to be her friend. Peace, Comfort and Sympathy to all those who love her.

Our very first memory upon meeting Lisa was when she and Rich stayed on our rescue farm. Lisa was very much an animal lover and imprinted immediately on our rescued English Mastiff "Hank." Hank fell in love with Lisa as soon as he met her. She was his favorite person in the world. If there is any truth that animals wait across the Rainbow Bridge for "their" true human love, Hank was first in line to greet Lisa.

This is still surreal. The world feels so empty without her. What a beautifully written tribute and so deserving of its subject. Her pain and suffering is over. Her reunion with their precious babies is so comforting. Her life with her beloved husband was beautiful and happy and in the good times and the bad their love always got them through the worst of times. I am so blessed, grateful, and humbled to have known her. I love you sweet girl. I know you are right beside your husband and there you will stay until you are reunited. There is and will never be someone as beautiful as you to grace this earth XO LOVE YOU XO

To live life to the fullest! To fight every minute of every day! To keep going no matter what was holding you back! To sit quietly and read a good book in your favorite place! Enjoy the outdoors and everything God has created! Be the "turtle" and never give up even when you think you can´t go on! Love your life!

I was in a Bible study with Lisa years ago and will never forget her. She loved her family and friends so much and would always bring up her"children" she lost. Know how excited she must be to see them.