RUSSELL, Bobbi-Jo

Peacefully passed away at the Sault Area Hospital with her family by her side on Thursday December 17, 2020 at the age of 49. “Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest acts of caring, all of which have the potential to turn life around” -Leo Buscaglia. Survived by her children Steven Russell, Courtney Lynne Russell, Chantel Russell-Cress and Kyle Russell (Chantelle). Grandmother of Lucas, Elijah, Keira, Arbor, Jackson, Lincoln, Barrett, Aurora and great grandmother of Grace. Daughter of Dorothy Charlebois Pilon (late Paul Pilon) and the late Dave Russell (Tina Bertolo). Sister of David Russell and aunt of Kianna, Leah, Evan and Tyra Lynn. Predeceased by her grandparents Bob and Fran Russell and Bud and Lou Charlebois. Bobbi will be missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Special thank you to Franca Iachetta for all the support she provided Bobbi-Jo over the last 11 months. Thank you to nurses Elissa and Heather and the team on 3B. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made payable to or online to Women in Crisis.  Arrangements entrusted to O'Sullivan Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 215 St. James St, 705-759-8456.