Obituaries

Jeanine Marie Russell

Obituary

Jeanine Marie Russell, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at the age of 70 after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s.

 

Born on February 19, 1956, in Honolulu, Hawaii, she was raised in a Naval family and spent her early years traveling and living across the United States, as well as in Rota, Spain. These experiences shaped her vibrant spirit and love for life.

 

She was the daughter of Joseph Wolcott Russel and Margaret (Peggy Van Hecke) Russel. Her father served as a Rear Admiral in the United States Navy, and her mother served as a nurse in the Army.

 

Jeanine was known for her bubbly personality, her warmth, and her ability to make others smile. She had a deep love for old movies, music, singing, and dancing—often filling a room with laughter and joy. She maintained an amicable relationship with her ex-husband, Raymond Russell, with whom she shared three children, and delighted in singing along whenever he played old tunes on the piano during their visits. She was a devoted mother and a proud grandmother who found her greatest happiness in her family.

 

She is survived by her loving children, Jason, Monique, Joseph, and Rachel; her cherished grandchildren, Nathan, Elena, Angelo, Amaya, and Avery; and her dear sisters, Laura, Susan, and Madeline.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Margaret, siblings, Colleen and David, and her beloved granddaughter, Olivia.

 

Her joyful spirit, kind heart, and love for her family will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her. A celebration of Jeanine’s life will be held in June, with details to be shared with family and friends later.

 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jeanine’s memory to the 

“Laurel Cove Employee Fund”.

 

Laurel Cove Community Assisted Living & Memory Care

17201 15^th Ave NE

Shoreline WA 98155