Shirley J. Russ

RUSS, Shirley J.Formerly of Chester & Gleason StreetsWas born June 11, 1921 in Addison, NY the daughter of the late Leon F. and Myrtle L. (Tobey) Hunt, went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, August 24, 2008 at St. Josephs Hospital at the age of 87. Her sister, Alice Benedict predeceased Shirley. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 66 years, Albert D. Russ; daughters and son-in-laws, Suzanne and Larry Westbrook of Erin, NY; Barbara and Stu Brown of Horseheads, NY; along with 7 adored grandchildren, 16 much-loved great grandchildren, niece, Mary Giovinazzo and nephew, James Benedict. For many years, Shirley was the proud owner and operator of Shirleys Beauty Shop in Elmira. She was the Director of the Senior Citizens on 4D at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center and the Activities Director for the Town of Southport. In her free time she volunteered often and especially enjoyed doing so at Woodbrook. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira, NY on Thursday, August 28, 2008 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Funeral services honoring her life will follow the visitation. (7 PM) The Reverend James Crupi will celebrate Shirleys service with Reverend Clifford Proper to assist. Interment will take place in the Woodlawn Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be directed to Twin Tiers Christian Academy 640 Main Street Breesport, NY 14816 or Horseheads Christian School 293 Grand Central Ave. Horseheads, NY 14845.