Bonnie J. Russell's Obituary
Bonnie J. Russell
November 6, 1931
June 6, 2025
Loving Wife and Mother
Bonnie Russell, 93, of Bridgeville, DE passed away peacefully on Friday June 6, 2025, at Brandywine Assisted Living in Rehoboth Beach, DE. She is the daughter of the late Clarence and Helen Wolfgang.
Bonnie was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Theodore E. Russell, her son Jeffery Sturdavant, two brothers, Ron Wolfgang and Raymond Wolfgang, and a wonderful sister-in-law, Bernice Wolfgang.
Bonnie was blessed with a large family who loved her dearly. She is survived by Leslie M. Sturdavant (Joyce Lea), Randy S. Sturdavant (Gail), Jim Robinson (Margaret), Janice Halcomb (Paul), and Denny Wolfgang; eight grandchildren Annette Jones (Mark), Michael S. Sturdavant (Holly), Marcy Medford (Bill), Kim Grim (Pete), Renee Moffa (Matt), Christy Burgo (Lester), Chris and Andrew; 10 great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.
Bonnie was born in Michigan and grew up in Alma, MI. After high school she married and moved to Lewes, Delaware and later settled in Bridgeville, Delaware, where she and her husband farmed until his passing.
There will be a private family memorial and celebration of life service.
The family suggest contributions in Mrs. Russell’s memory to Saint Jude Children Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis.
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