Dorothy Russell
February 23, 1930 ~ July 2, 2025
Dorothy L. Russell, 95, of Mechanicsville, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, surrounded by love. Visitation: 4-6:00 p.m., Friday, July 18, 2025, Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Mount Vernon, Iowa. Funeral: 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 19, 2025, First Presbyterian Church, Mechanicsville, Iowa. Burial: White Oak Cemetery.
Dorothy was born on February 23, 1930, in Eagle Grove, Iowa, the daughter of Albert and Marion (Trask) Moellering. She graduated from Iowa State University. On July 5, 1952, she was united in marriage to H. Everett Russell. They farmed outside of Morley, Iowa.
Dorothy was filled with positive energy and joy. She was never content just belonging to an organization, but served on boards, committees, and as an officer for so many. Dorothy Russell worked tirelessly to make her community, country, and the world a better place.
Family was very important to her, and not just immediate family. She cared about every niece, nephew, cousin, in-law, and all the friends who became family. Birthdays and anniversaries were never missed. In a time of trouble, a message would arrive just to show she cared when you needed it most.
Dorothy is survived by her children, Robert (Eileen Naughton) Russell, Beverly (David) Brandt, Lynn Russell, and Marilyn (Stuart) Halley; grandchildren, Julie (Jason) Olson, Michael (Christina) Brandt, Megan (Andriko Telka) Halley, Alayna (Thomas) Heether, and Ellyn (Jack Sullivan) Halley; great-grandchildren, Charlotte, Jackson, Jameson, Jack, and Audrey; and many nieces and nephews.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and siblings, Hope (Willis) Kuecker, Alberta (Don) Churchill, and Judith Cameron.
Memorials will be directed to favorite charities by the family. Or please donate to an organization of your choice that will make the world a better place.
Those unable to attend are invited to watch the service via livestream. Please find the livestream link on Dorothy's tribute wall and share your support and memories with her family at www.stewartbaxter.com under obituaries
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Sent with love and sadness at the loss of our kind and joyful Aunt Dorothy, who really did make the world a better place by her presence.
I will forever miss a birthday and Christmas email from Aunt Dorothy! She always made you feel like the most special person that day. With deepest sympathy, Emily Kohl
The creation of a forest begins with the planting of one tree.
I met Dorothy and Everett many years ago and then renewed acquaintance thru our One More Chapter book club. She had a great memory and recall of her travels and family. A delight to talk about her travels and exciting books we shared.
So sorry for your loss
Thinking of your family in this transition without Dorothy. So hard when you’ve had them a long time. Remember Dorothy from growing up with her children in rural Morley. Blessing to all.
I knew Dorothy for many years when the family lived near Morley. We both belonged to the U-goa I-goa club, and I think I still have a Christmas ornament she gave me in a gift exchange. I always enjoyed her sense of humor and her energy. You have my sympathy. Florence Duncan
Deeply sorry for your loss, thinking of your family at this time.
Designer’s Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of Dorothy Russell by Jim Williams.
May her spirit be remembered through the trees.
3 trees were planted in memory of Dorothy Russell