MICHELLE MARCELLA MARIE RUSSELL

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MICHELLE MARCELLA MARIE RUSSELL Peacefully, on September 5, 2005, Michelle Russell, beloved wife and mother, passed away at the Concordia Hospital, at the young age of 45 years. Michelle will be lovingly remembered by her husband Bud; and three sons, Jesse, Benjamin and Lorne. She leaves to remember, her mother Eveline Gregoire; uncle Mark Harrison and Aunt Soeur Juliette. She will also be remembered by her brothers, Roger, Robert, Charlie, Marc; and sisters, Huguette, Annette, Carmaine, Carole and Monique. Also mourning her loss are her many uncles, aunts, nieces, in-laws and friends. Michelle had a presence and a smile that would light up any room. Many of the people she knew were overwhelmed by her positive outlook on life. She loved using the phrase, Live, Laugh and Love . Since the age of 18, she had held various job positions, such as school programs, consumer marketing, and Revenue Canada. She was an active community member, but always put her family and friends first. In 1998, Michelle was the recipient of a new heart at the London University Hospital. For almost seven years, she became an inspiration for the Organ Donor Program. A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 10 at 10:30 a.m. at Precious Blood Parish, 200 Kenny St., St. Boniface with Fr. I. Blanchette officiating. Following the service, a reception will be held at the Archwood Community Club, 565 Guilbault. Memorial donations may be made to the Multi-Organ Transplant Unit, University Hospital, 339 Windermere Rd., P.O. Box 5339, London, ON. TRANSCONA FUNERAL CHAPEL in care of arrangements.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 09, 2005