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Florence Russo Obituary

Florence Ann Russo, aged 61, passed away on July 28, 2021, after a valiant battle against Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Florence was born on September 12, 1959, in Jamaica, NY. She earned an art degree at New York's Cooper Union, but moved to Longwood, FL, in 1990 and devoted her creativity to raising her two children with a bit of contemporary art and calligraphy on the side. Florence is survived by her son Mikhel, daughter Siena, life partner Mickey Montell, and brother Joseph Gates. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to bethematch.org.

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Published by Orlando Sentinel from Aug. 14 to Aug. 15, 2021.

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Clay and Marie Belcher

August 18, 2021

We first met Florence in 2016. We could lament the fact that ours was not a long-standing friendship. Instead, we celebrate the gift of time that we had with her. Always dignity and grace--with a touch of humor--in the face of adversity. Florence is truly missed, but will be forever in our hearts.

Kellie Strawley

August 17, 2021

Florence was a Renaissance woman, a truly enlightened being. She lived each day with compassion, wisdom, and integrity, all the while never forgetting the importance of laughter. I am grateful for the times we shared, and I will remember her with love always.

Mary Ann and Dennis Coffey

August 16, 2021

We were blessed to have known her and will hold fast to the many wonderful memories we share of our loving friend Florence. She taught us how to rejoice in the beauty of life and handle adversity with grace. She will live forever in our hearts.

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