Kelly Ann Russell
August 18, 1965 – February 3, 2024
Kelly Ann Russell, 58, of Huntingtown, MD passed away on February 3, 2024. She was born August 18, 1965, in Cheverly, Maryland. Kelly grew up with her sisters and parents in Lanham, Maryland, in a tight-knit community of loving grandparents, aunts and uncles, cousins, and neighbors. She attended Parkdale High School and the University of Maryland where she studied early childhood education. During college, Kelly worked with her sister Penny at Greenwood Nursery School. After college, she worked at Washington Bible College which led her to join the corporate office of Founders Bookstore in Lincoln, Nebraska. Kelly found wonderful faith and friend communities during her time in Lincoln, eventually managing the University of Nebraska bookstore.
Eight years ago, Kelly returned to Maryland where she worked with various local childcare centers, most recently at Another Inspired Day Learning Center in Waldorf, Maryland. Kelly adored all the children in her care and has touched the lives of hundreds of children and their families during her time working and volunteering.
Kelly is survived by her parents, Allen and Rowena Russell of Huntingtown, Maryland, her sisters and brothers-in-law Cindy and Bill Voshell of Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, Patty and Brian Hogan of Huntingtown, Maryland, Penny Russell of Brentwood, Maryland, and her beloved niece and nephew, Claire Olivia Voshell and Raymond Allen Hogan.
Following the funeral service at Calvert Grace, Kelly’s family will be hosting a reception for family and friends in the church family center.
Memorial donations in Kelly’s name may be made to Birthright of Prince Frederick or Calvert County Public Libraries under the Contributions dropdown below.
Visitation
Friday, February 9, 2024
10:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.
Calvert Grace Community Church
9870 Old Solomons Island Road
Owings, MD 20736
Services
- Funeral Service
Friday, February 9, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Calvert Grace Community Church
9870 Old Solomons Island Road
Owings, MD 20736
Interment
- Private
Contributions
Birthright of Prince Frederick
301 Steeple Chase Drive
Suite 405
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Calvert County Public Libraries
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Condolences
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6 Feb 2024
3:47pm
Rowena & Allan & rest of the family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. This whole family of which I have know for many years. Are special people
May God wrap you in his arms. Remember the wonderful memories.
I will not be able to attend due to recent surgery but my thoughts & prayers are with all.
City
Prince Frederick
State
MD
6 Feb 2024
10:16pm
There are No words to express just how sorry I am for you all! May the lord be with in this time of sorrow and loss! Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers! Thinking of you, God Bless! 😢🙏❤️
City
Bowie
State
Maryland
7 Feb 2024
10:52am
Dear Russell, Voshell, and Hogan families. Sending prayers of comfort. Kelly made a big difference in the lives of so many people. My deepest condolences.
City
Milton
State
DE
7 Feb 2024
11:08am
I am so sorry to hear about Kelly’s passing. My sincere condolences prayers to Penny and the family.
City
Greenbelt
State
MD
7 Feb 2024
12:10pm
Sorry for your loss, this is shocking. Kelly provided daycare for my 1 yr old preemie twin granddaughters they enjoyed her. Kelly is very sweet and kind. The twins are missing her dearly. 🥲
City
Waldorf
State
Md
7 Feb 2024
12:53pm
You are truly missed Ms. Kelly 🤎 you have been so good to us here at Another Inspired Day llc. Always going above and beyond to make sure your babies felt loved and supported!
City
Waldorf
State
Maryland
7 Feb 2024
8:39pm
Ms. Kelly,
Thank you for taking such great care of my baby at daycare and being so kind to us. You will truly be missed and I am so thankful to have met you. I pray for peace over your family during this time.
City
Waldorf
State
MD
8 Feb 2024
3:42pm
I am so sorry for your loss. Kelly and I worked in Young Life together, back in the mid 1980’s. She was always so full of joy and laughter. She loved others so very well. We ran into her again when she was living in Lincoln. What a wonderful surprise! As Kelly was famous for doing, she promised to watch over our son, as he began his time at U of Nebraska. She directed him to a solid church, and was always available if he needed something. She gave so much of herself. I am comforted knowing that she is with her Savior and at peace. May we all find comfort in that hope.
City
New Windsor
State
MD
9 Feb 2024
4:45am
Rowena, Allen, and family:
I am so saddened and sorry to hear of Kelly’s passing. My deepest condolences to you all during this difficult time.
Love,
James (Jimmy) Jones
City
Sarasota
State
FL
28 Feb 2024
2:28pm
I’m sorry to hear of Kelly’s passing. She was very special to me and I will remember fondly the way she blessed me and my family. I love that there was nothing shallow or petty about her. She was deep and cared for people well. I’m sorry for your loss.
City
Lincoln
State
NE
3 Mar 2024
2:57pm
Allen & Rowena,
Sending prayers and condolences to you and your family. May God comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
City
Huntingtown
State
MD
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Rowena & Allan & rest of the family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. This whole family of which I have know for many years. Are special people
May God wrap you in his arms. Remember the wonderful memories.
I will not be able to attend due to recent surgery but my thoughts & prayers are with all.
There are No words to express just how sorry I am for you all! May the lord be with in this time of sorrow and loss! Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers! Thinking of you, God Bless! 😢🙏❤️
Dear Russell, Voshell, and Hogan families. Sending prayers of comfort. Kelly made a big difference in the lives of so many people. My deepest condolences.
I am so sorry to hear about Kelly’s passing. My sincere condolences prayers to Penny and the family.
Sorry for your loss, this is shocking. Kelly provided daycare for my 1 yr old preemie twin granddaughters they enjoyed her. Kelly is very sweet and kind. The twins are missing her dearly. 🥲
You are truly missed Ms. Kelly 🤎 you have been so good to us here at Another Inspired Day llc. Always going above and beyond to make sure your babies felt loved and supported!
Ms. Kelly,
Thank you for taking such great care of my baby at daycare and being so kind to us. You will truly be missed and I am so thankful to have met you. I pray for peace over your family during this time.
I am so sorry for your loss. Kelly and I worked in Young Life together, back in the mid 1980’s. She was always so full of joy and laughter. She loved others so very well. We ran into her again when she was living in Lincoln. What a wonderful surprise! As Kelly was famous for doing, she promised to watch over our son, as he began his time at U of Nebraska. She directed him to a solid church, and was always available if he needed something. She gave so much of herself. I am comforted knowing that she is with her Savior and at peace. May we all find comfort in that hope.
Rowena, Allen, and family:
I am so saddened and sorry to hear of Kelly’s passing. My deepest condolences to you all during this difficult time.
Love,
James (Jimmy) Jones
I’m sorry to hear of Kelly’s passing. She was very special to me and I will remember fondly the way she blessed me and my family. I love that there was nothing shallow or petty about her. She was deep and cared for people well. I’m sorry for your loss.
Allen & Rowena,
Sending prayers and condolences to you and your family. May God comfort you and your family during this difficult time.