Obituary of Lila Russell

Lila Russell died peacefully surrounded by family and loved ones in London on January 31, 2005. Lila's courage, strength, tenacity, intelligence, and generous spirit made an enormous impact on all those who knew and loved her; her family, friends, colleagues, and community. Lila was a loving wife and mother, teacher, author, social worker, advocate, and social justice activist. Her absence will be profoundly felt by her daughters Tatiana (Mary Di Salvo), Vanessa (Patty Barclay), sister Marjorie Dalton (Joe Dalton), Ludmilla Platt, her caregiver and friend, and her chosen circle of loving friends. Lila was predeceased by her husband Axel and daughter Betttina. Lila lived a rich and vibrant life and believed that education is a powerful tool for social change. She leaves behind a legacy of love and a desire to change the world in all those whose lives she touched. In lieu of flowers, kindly send donations to the Association of the Elimination of Hate in London. Funeral service will be held at Logan Funeral Home, 371 Dundas St. (between Waterloo and Colborne St.) on Wednesday, February 2, 2005 at 11:00 am with Rabbi Joel Wittstein officiating. Interment Or Shalom Cemetery. Visitation ½ hour prior to service. Online condolences at www.loganfh.ca Services: