Florence Russell (20 Sep 1938 - 1 Jan 2026)

Russell

Hetton-le-Hole
(formerly of Shotton Colliery)

Peacefully, surrounded by family, on January 1st aged 87 years, Florence (née Pearn). The devoted wife of the late Malcolm, much-loved mam of Susan, Sharon and mother-in-law of Gil. The cherished nana of Victoria, Leanne, Gavin and great-nana of Seb, Heidi, Miley, Phoebe and Freddie. The dearly loved sister of Freda, a dear sister-in-law and a good friend. Simply the best.

Family and friends please meet on January 22nd for service in Durham Crematorium at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu kindly received for N.E.A.S. & St Benedict’s Hospice. A donation box will be available in the crematorium. Please join the family afterwards in Hetton Lyons Cricket Club to continue the celebration of Florence’s life.

All enquiries to Andrew Grey Funeral Directors, 30 Station Road, Hetton-le-Hole. Tel: 0191 5265800.

Funeral Director: Mr Ben White

With deepest sympathy from Andrew and staff.