Mildred Elizabeth Russo

Mildred Elizabeth Russo

Of Walton, NY

Mildred Elizabeth Russo of Walton, NY, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2023 at Bassett Hospital, Cooperstown, NY at the age of 82.

She was born January 28, 1941 in Apalachicola, Florida.

She was predeceased by her parents Walter & Pauline Duggar, as well as her older sister Clarice.

She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Frank Russo Sr; her younger brother Buddy (Ethel) Duggar of Sumatra, FL; her three children Vic (Deborah) Russo of Deposit, NY, Frank Jr. of Vestal, NY and Sara (Scott) Tweedie of Albany, NY; as well as her grandchildren Edward, Nicholas, Adam, Travis, Anthony, Renee, Rob, Richie, Vincent, Frank III, Thomas, Logan and Oliver; along with many great grandchildren.

One of the highlights of Mildred’s life was being a Girl Scout Leader of Troop 180 in Deposit, NY for 5 years. Under her leadership, her Brownies and Juniors enjoyed many fun activities such as parades, banquets, performances, and trips. Her most memorable trip was to the Benjamin Franklin Museum in Philadelphia, PA. She frequently thought of her girls and spoke fondly of their time together.

Mildred was also an avid crocheter. Throughout the years she lovingly crocheted stuffed animals of all shapes and sizes and at Christmas would donate all of them to Sidney Federal Credit Union Branch in Walton, NY so they could be given to children in need.

As per her wishes, there will be no services. However, if you would like please donate to the Girl Scouts of America in her honor or purchase a box of Girl Scout cookies and enjoy them in her memory.