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Theresa Russell Obituary

Russell, Theresa Gavin SARATOGA SPRINGS Theresa Gavin Russell, 58, of Saratoga Springs, passed into eternal rest on Monday, May 4, 2015, at St. Peter's Hospice in Albany. Theresa was born in Troy and was the daughter of the late James Gavin Sr. and Ann Killeen Gavin and loving and devoted wife of John H. Russell Jr. of Saratoga Springs. Theresa graduated from Catholic Central High School, class of 1974. She had a long and distinguished career in the automotive business. She was a board member at HVCC in the ASEP program, and more recently worked at the Holiday Inn in Saratoga Springs. She was the loving mother of Kylie Russell (David Schewe) of Seattle. Theresa is also survived by her stepdaughter, Michelle (Michael) Rockwell of Averill Park and stepson John H. Russell III of Chicago, as well as three granddaughters, Jessica Russell, and Jordan and Mackenzie Rockwell and one grandson, Connor Russell. Theresa is also survived by her sisters and brothers, Sharon (late Gene) Paterniani, Jerry (Rosemary) Gavin, Tom (Meg) Gavin, Mark Gavin and Mary Gavin (Jim LaVigne) and was predeceased by her brother, James Gavin Jr. The funeral service for Theresa will be held on Thursday, May 7, 2015, at 8:45 a.m., at the Wm. Leahy Funeral Home, 336 Third St., Troy, and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church in Troy where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited to attend and may call at the funeral home Wednesday from 3-7 p.m. Interment, St. Joseph's Cemetery, Troy. For those friends who wish to remember Theresa in a special way, the family requests that donations may be made in her memory to the American Cancer Society Relay For Life program.

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Published by Albany Times Union on May 5, 2015.

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Mike Allen

April 29, 2022

You are still missed and spoke of often with nothing but fond memories. Love you Sweetheart!

Mike Allen

April 28, 2021

Still missing you as much now as when you left!!! John is doing as well as he can he misses you terribly!!! You left a huge hole but so many, fond memories. Think of you often and miss you more!!!

Joe Cavallo

May 26, 2015

Just thinking of Theresa and realized I forgot to sign book. Deepest sympathy to John and family. And to the Gavin family who I grew up with. Theresa was a great friend. I will truly miss her. My love to all of you. My brother Tony will be paying respects for our family at the funeral Mass.

Maxine

May 14, 2015

So very sorry for the loss of Theresa . She was one of a kind and just a really good person. We were in Flordia and I could not attend her services. I will continue to pray for her family . Theresa May you be at peace in the company of those who went before you .

May 12, 2015

Sharon and Family, We are sending our sincerest sympathy with thoughts and prayers to all of you. Theresa is at peace and soaring with the angels. Her memory will be cherished by many. Karen

Paula Fish

May 10, 2015

My condolences to the Gavin and Russell families for the loss of Theresa. She was a wonderful and strong person who fought the good fight for so long! She was (and will always be) an inspiration to us all. May God bless you, Theresa <3

the Riegels

May 9, 2015

sorry for your loss. our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Susan Dame

May 9, 2015

So sorry to hear of Theresa's passing. My condolences to the entire family. Rest in Peace, Theresa.

Susan Abbott Becker

May 8, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.

Marianne and Dan Caruso

May 7, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with Theresa's family. Theresa was such a wonderful person, friendly and always smiling! She will be missed! Rest in peace Theresa!

May 7, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss John and Kylie.

Christine Cole

Mike Hart

May 7, 2015

John, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Betty McLaughlin

May 7, 2015

Deepest condolences to Thereas's family and firends, so sorry for your lost. Rest with the angels Theresa...

Nick,Debbie,Natalie and Joey Mariano

May 6, 2015

To Mrs.Gavin,Sharon,Jerry,Tommy,Mark and Mary and also the Russell family all our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. God Bless all of you.

Shelley Russell

May 6, 2015

John & Family,
I am sorry to hear of Theresa's passing. Prayers to all. Peace be with you.
~Shelley Russell

Jean Gamache

May 6, 2015

The gates of heaven opened on Monday to let Theresa in.Blessed Mary will protect her always.Rest in peace Theresa.

Catherine Somple

May 6, 2015

Our hearts are filled with sadness for your loss. Wish we were all closer and not separated by a continent. Even still, family is family and we share in the bereavement over our cousin. I find solace in the imagery of Aunt Ann with Theresa in her arms again. Much love,
Katie Killeen Somple
Napa Valley, CA

jim denooyer

May 6, 2015

thinking back with all she was going threw she still worked everyday and never complained!!! strongest women I ever met rip

Joseph Panza

May 6, 2015

To the whole Gavin Russell family. The loss of Theresa is so sad. She was such an upbeat strong person and will be missed by all of us.

Colleen Bonpane Londono

May 6, 2015

Sending all of our love to all the family, our deepest condolences.

Requiescat in pace.

Jack Danahy

May 6, 2015

A believer like our precious Theresa "falls asleep" in the arms of our precious Lord, having fought the good fight. She now rests in eternal peace, awaiting a heavenly reunion with we who are alive and remain in faith. See you later at the party, dear cousin.

dan caruso

May 6, 2015

john, jerry, family...what a wonderful person theresa was..i know she will always be with you all,..so,so,sorry.
she brought smiles to everyone..
keep the faith...rest in peace theresa

Michael Marro

May 6, 2015

To the Russe and Gavin family We send you all our deepest heartfelt condonlonces.IAlways had the utmost respect and admiration for Theresa,She was a Angel,Rest in peace Angel,

Dawn Sayers (Sagendorf)

May 5, 2015

My deepest condolences to Theresa's family.

May 5, 2015

John, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Judy Auyeung-Morris

May 5, 2015

Your beautiful soul will never be forgotten! For all the people you have helped and touched, you were the angel send from above! Your jobs are done on earth and now God wants you back by his side, but I know you will continue to guide us and watch over us. I love you Theresa! Thank you for being you!

Colleen Claydon-VanGuilder

May 5, 2015

Our loving condolences to the Gavin and Russell families. Theresa will always be in our hearts <3

Nick Allen

May 5, 2015

My condolences to the Russell and Gavin families. Theresa was an amazing woman and will be missed by all who were lucky enough to be touched by her.

Vincent Nevasini

May 5, 2015

My condolences to her family, Theresa was a person that you would love to work with. She will be missed!

Dan Fuller

May 5, 2015

My heart goes out to all of Theresa's family and friends. You have lost a great lady.

Kathy Anglum

May 5, 2015

Thoughts and prayers to all family and friends.

Mary Anne Clow

May 5, 2015

Dear Sharon'
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Shelley Dowd Zabroske

May 5, 2015

So very sorry for your loss. Theresa was a good and generous friend and neighbor. May God comfort you as you grieve her passing.

Kathy Degnan

May 5, 2015

Sharon, Gina, Jerry and Family, We are so saddened by the death of your sister ad aunt. We are out of town and won't be able to attend her service. Hence we are sending your our love and prayers. God bless you all. Love, Kathy and Joe Degnan

Joseph & Beverly & Family Moran

May 5, 2015

To the Russell & Gavin Families, You have our deepest sympathy for your loss.
We are very sorry.

Theresa now sleeps with the Lord in eternity. "Precious in His sight is the death of His saints." (Ps. 116:15) of

Jack Danahy

May 5, 2015

Jack Danahy

May 5, 2015

My dear cousin fought the good fight and now rests eternally with her precious Lord. "Requiescat in pace," sweet Theresa.

colleen nittinger

May 5, 2015

You were such a wonderful person and you will be missed by many thanks for being such a good friend and for all the good times

Tracie Craig

May 5, 2015

Theresa was the sweetest , strongest and kindest woman i've ever had the pleasure of knowing. The world is missing a shining smile and huge heart today . Rest in peace my friend.

Rosemary Dinova Mainville

May 5, 2015

Rest well to a classmate that inspired me by her example of living each day to the fullest. My sympathy to her family.

May 5, 2015

My deepest sympathy to the Gavin and Russell families. Sharon was a wonderful, loving, and funny woman. She was beautiful inside and out. She will be missed by many.

geraldine DeBonis

May 5, 2015

Sleep with Angels Theresa. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Lisa & Jim (O'Bie) O'Brien

May 5, 2015

With our deepest sympathy to the Gavin and Russell families. Theresa was a wonderful, kind, and beautiful person. Rest in Peace, Theresa.

Bob S.

May 5, 2015

Theresa is a very special spirit that continues with all that knew her. She will be missed by many left behind.

Bob Schulze
CCHS 74

thomas mazzariello

May 5, 2015

Deepest condolences John and the Russell family , Jerry , Sharon and the Gavin family . Words could never ease the pain but rest assured she is in our Lords Realm surrounded by her parents and Jimmy . Theresa will be missed greatly , the world is a little drearier today without Her. Prayers and thoughts are with Theresa and all of you

Richard & Susan Warren

May 5, 2015

Our deepest Condolences Rest in Peace Theresa

May 5, 2015

Our sympathies to John and family. Miss Sherwood folks.
Fred and noreen brahmer
Watwertown ny

Yolanda Sorrento Caola

May 5, 2015

Sharon, Jerry and the Gavin/Russell Family, I am so sorry for the passing of Theresa. May all your happy memories be of some comfort to you during this sad time. I am unable to attend the wake because I am away, but want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. RIP Theresa.

May 5, 2015

My deepest sympathy to all of Theresa's family at this sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Louise Germinerio

Mike Allen

May 5, 2015

God gained a very special soul in Theresa. Some people just can reach out and make you feel better with a word or a look, Theresa was absolutely that kind of angel. Such a fighter!!! And so caring at the same time. Condolences to all who were blessed to be part of her life and are mouring now. You T, will be missed more than just words can describe. God speed and God Bless you!!!!

Dunbar JoAnn

May 5, 2015

Sharon and family....thinking of you and your loss and the battles that your beautiful sister fought over these past few months. May GOD give you strength and love in your sorrow and the joy of happier memories of your beloved sister now at this time and always - till you meet again

John Gray

May 5, 2015

Thinking of all of you & keeping Theresa in my prayers.
John Gray

Staff of Wm. Leahy Funeral Home, Inc

May 5, 2015

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

CATHY CAREY

May 4, 2015

My deepest condolences to Theresa's family. Rest in peace dear heart.

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