Carol Lee Russo

Carol Lee Russo, age 64, of New Philadelphia went to be with the Lord at 1:47 AM on Saturday, January 2, 2021, while in her home.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, on March 6, 1956, Carol was a daughter of the late Emmit and Lila Buskirk Lindsey.

Carol, who was also known to many as Mama Russo, was a devoted homemaker and follower of Christ. She loved worshiping and reading her Bible. Her faith was nurtured at Word of Life Church, Legacy Church, Preach the Word Ministries and Cathedral of Praise. She enjoyed collecting knick-knacks and spending time with her daughter and beloved companion dog, Bailey Angel.

She is survived by her beloved daughter Connie Russo of the home, her former husband, Carl Russo of New Philadelphia; her special cousins, Debbie Zagwodski and Bill VanBuskirk, her special friends who reside in Florida, Margaret and Michael as well as a niece and nephew. She also considered her church families to be her own family.

There will be a public service January 14, 2021 at 5 PM at Preach the Word Ministries. The Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home & Crematory at New Philadelphia is handling cremation care.