Karen Elizabeth Russell's Obituary
Karen Elizabeth Davis Russell, 82 of Albemarle passed away peacefully on November 4, 2024,
at Atrium Health CMC. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, Nov. 8th at 12:00 Noon. The
service will be held at Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care in Albemarle NC. Family will receive
friends one hour before the service.
Karen was born October 4, 1942, in Richmond County to the late Alton O. Davis and Cora Mae
Newton Morgan. She is lovingly survived by her children, daughter Taren Pecha (Stephen) of
Stallings, NC, daughter Corrie “Dani” Russell of Charlotte, NC and son Ted “TR” Russell of
Albemarle, NC. Those also left to cherish her memory are grandchildren, Austin Pecha, Julia
Pecha, Morgan Vanhoy, Elijah Russell, Nia Russell, Brianna Russell, Ashley Russell and
Carson Russell, great-grandchildren, Levi, Justin and Teagan, and former spouse Ted Russell.
She was predeceased by her stepfather John “JD” Morgan, and sister Yvonne Thompson.
Karen retired with a long and distinguished career with Stanly County Public Health and Stanly
County Animal Shelter. Karen was affectionately known as “Nanna” by her family and friends.
She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who loved her family deeply.
She enjoyed all things family, especially get togethers. She will be dearly missed by all who
knew her.
In honor of Ms. Russell, donations may be made to the American Heart Association
(www.heart.org>donate)
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