Joanna Hone Russell

1856–1933 (age 77)

Biography

Joanna Hone Russell lived through times of great change between 1856 and 1933, devoting herself to family and the quiet bonds of her community as the area around Island Cemetery steadily grew. Her life touched neighbors who admired her steady presence and gentle support for those in need.

Her memory endures in the stories shared by descendants and longtime residents who remember her for kindness and the dignity with which she carried responsibilities and welcomed new generations.

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