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Irma Mae Russell

Irma Mae Russell, 96 of Richwood, died Thursday January 15, 2026 at Marion General Hospital. She was born August 25, 1929 in Santoy to the late Thomas Earl and Grace (Gartin) Barron. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert Floyd Russell, they were married September 23, 1949 in Millfield and he died February 20, 1991. She was also predeceased by a great grandson Grant Kanning, brother, Raymond Barron and sisters Ollie Barron, Emily Bicknell, Geneva Dawson and Hazel Cales, and son-in-law Russell Goodwin. Irma was a homemaker who loved fixing Holiday and Sunday dinners for her family. Going camping at Indian Lake and Wolf Creek was a favorite of hers. She loved playing cards with family and doing word search puzzles. Her greatest joy was babysitting for a lot of the local children and watching them grow. Surviving are children, Jane Goodwin of Columbus, Bob (Barb) Russell and Bryan Russell of Richwood. Grandchildren Rob (Anissia) Goodwin, Angie (David) Kanning, Jennifer (Matthew) Baughman, and Brooke Russell. Great-grandchildren Devin Goodwin, Abigail Goodwin, Carter Kanning, Tyler Huff, Trace Huff, Kaelyn Huff and great great grandchild Oliver Goodwin. Also survived by nieces Sharon Barron, Karen Hill and Debi Pingle. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday January 21, 2026 at 12 noon at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in Richwood. Pastor Joseph Rhea will officiate. Burial will follow in the Claibourne Cemetery. Friends may call two hours prior to the service at the funeral home in Richwood. Memorial gifts may be made to the Northern Union County Fire Dept., 602 N. Franklin St. Richwood, Ohio 43344 or Compassus Hospice, 1713 Marion - Mt. Gilead Road, Suite 107 Marion, OH 43302 Remembrances and Condolences may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com. Directions to Claibourne Cemetery Florist Login

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Condolences       to #1 from: Robin  Lenox Richwood Fri, Jan 16, 2026 at 12:57 PM So sorry to hear of Irma’s passing. She was a sweet lady. Prayers to the family. #2 from: Rona Penix   Fri, Jan 16, 2026 at 1:37 PM My thoughts and prayers are with you. 🙏❤️ #3 from: Jerry Moore   Fri, Jan 16, 2026 at 7:17 PM Prayers to the family. #4 from: Tom and Ruby Gwynn   Sat, Jan 17, 2026 at 7:01 AM Bob and Bryan you are in our prayers. #5 from: Stub aka Bob Welch   Sat, Jan 17, 2026 at 12:59 PM To my friends Bob and Bryan.Thinking of you guys at this time. #6 from: Sue Hanby Griffiths Marion Sat, Jan 17, 2026 at 1:58 PM Prayers to the family. #7 from: Stacie Reese Beltz   Sat, Jan 17, 2026 at 6:14 PM Bryan so sorry for loss of your Mother. My deepest sympathies. #8 from: Joann and Mike Tosco   Sat, Jan 17, 2026 at 6:32 PM Bryan sorry for the loss of your mom Mike and I are sending prayers for you and your family 🙏🙏 #9 from: Bruce and Becky Beery Richwood Sun, Jan 18, 2026 at 11:34 AM Our deepest sympathy to all. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. #10 from: Aaron and Sue Wright   Sun, Jan 18, 2026 at 12:31 PM Sorry to read about your mom.  Hope all the memories help give comfort - she made a lot of them in 96 years. #11 from: Traci Hoffman West Mansfield Sun, Jan 18, 2026 at 12:47 PM My deepest condolences to the whole family. Irma was one of my many favorites. No doubt she is out of pain and God definitely gained a true angel. Hugs #12 from: Judy Hall Baker MARYSVILLE Sun, Jan 18, 2026 at 1:57 PM So sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. #13 from: Gail DeGood-Guy  Richwood Sun, Jan 18, 2026 at 1:59 PM On behalf of NU Class of 1968, we are sending our deepest condolences to our classmate Jane and her family.   We are so sorry for your loss.   #14 from: Don & Peggy Hays West Mansfield Sun, Jan 18, 2026 at 7:04 PM So sorry for the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. #15 from: Robin Goodwin Banks   Sun, Jan 18, 2026 at 8:03 PM My deepest condolences to your Family Aunt Jane.  Was saddened to hear your Mother passed away.   #16 from: April Laird Magnetic Springs Mon, Jan 19, 2026 at 7:25 PM So sorry for the loss of your Mother Bryan. Thoughts and prayers 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 #17 from: Judy Rhodes Radnor Mon, Jan 19, 2026 at 7:55 PM I'm so sorry for your loss Bryan. Prayers for you and your family. #18 from: Stacey and Darin Prospecr Tue, Jan 20, 2026 at 11:30 AM So sorry to hear.    She lived a long life and saw the world change.   #19 from: Johna Nibert   Tue, Jan 20, 2026 at 12:02 PM Sorry to hear of your Mothers passing.  My sympathy to family #20 from: terry and barb benton kemp   Tue, Jan 20, 2026 at 8:24 PM prayers to the family #21 from: Jan Haynes Marion Wed, Jan 21, 2026 at 5:50 AM Dear Jane, Bob, Bryan, sending deepest condolences to your families. I enjoyed seeing you with your dear mom the few times we met at the hospital. I know that your mother’s love for you all will bring memories of comfort. Thinking of you all. Sincerely, Jan Hamilton Haynes #22 from: Holly Knox and Jack Johnston Richwood Thu, Jan 22, 2026 at 1:17 PM I am so sorry for your loss of your beloved Mother. Praying for you and the complete family. She watched my nieces and they loved her! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 #23 from: Holly Knox and Jack Johnston Richwood Thu, Jan 22, 2026 at 1:19 PM I am so sorry for your loss of your beloved Mother. Praying for you and the complete family. She watched my nieces and they loved her! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

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