Norma Ellen Russell

We are sad to announce the passing of Norma Ellen (Thompson) Russell. She passed away on March 5, 2026, in Houston, MO, at the age of 84. She was born on February 17, 1942, to Zellah Berniece (Stone) Thompson and Norman Lloyd Alden Thompson in Ashland, MA.

She is preceded in death by her parents, and husband, Willard Albert Russell; and one brother.

Norma is survived by her children, Doug Russell, Pam Russell, Steven Russell, Susan Kortesmaki, Sandra Harrison, Tina Collins and their spouses; 21 grandchildren; and 34 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Norma had a passion for working with Newborns in Need, it meant a lot to her. She loved horses, quilting, God, helping others, and, most especially, her grandchildren. Her greatest love, up until her last breath, was her husband. She loved and missed him every day since his passing.

Services for Norma will take place on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Visitation will be at Evans Chapel from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, then we will go in procession to Pine Lawn Cemetery at 11:00 AM for a graveside service. If anyone would like to donate in lieu of flowers, please consider an Alzheimer's Foundation, Relief Share (previously known as Newborns in Need), Houston House, or Evans Funeral Home. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Evans Funeral Home of Houston, MO. Online condolences may be left at www.evansfh.com.