Norma Jean Russ was born on September 30, 1958, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to the late Fred King Sr. and the late Nellie Ruth Russ. She was called to glory on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, receiving eternal peace.

Affectionately known as Jeannie by her family and friends, she attended Cincinnati Public Schools and graduated from Robert A. Taft High School.

Jeannie worked for Cincinnati Coin Laundry for over 30 years, becoming the first Black woman to work for the company as a Machine Technician.

Always the life of the party, Jeannie loved to dance. Her favorite artist was Prince, and she enjoyed family gatherings. Her presence brought smiles and laughter to every room she entered. She was known for wearing her signature white outfits, loving her beloved dog, Chestnut, whom she had for many years, and living life to the fullest.

She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Willie Eva Paxton; her brother, Windress Russ; her grandson, Willshawn Russ; and her godson, Orlando Isiah Stallworth.

Jeannie will be forever missed by her family and friends.

She leaves to cherish her loving memory her two sons, Willie Russ and Lovell Stallworth; her daughter, Lea Russ; 10 grandchildren: Rashee (Sadie), Queena (Jay), Jasmine, Willie, JaWill, Aireonna, Kayla, Cherish, LaShiah, and Dalani; 20 great-grandchildren; her brothers, Ronnie Russ and Robert Russ (Annette); her sister, Willa Earthman; her favorite niece and favorite nephew, Shelley Earthman (Marcus) and Michael Earthman Jr.; her nieces, Tiffiny Jackson and Janiyah Russ; her cousins, Jacqueline Watson and Antwon Watson (Marquisse); her forever best friend, Lillian Marie Stallworth; as well as many other family members, friends, and loved ones.

Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm, on Monday, June 8, 2026, at the Walker Funeral Home - Walnut Hills Chapel, 2625 Gilbert Avenue, Cincinnati (45206). The funeral service will immediately follow the visitation, beginning at 12:00 pm. Friends and family will gather to share memories, find solace in one another's company, and honor the legacy she leaves behind.

She will be laid to rest at Spring Grove Cemetery. 4521 Spring Grove Ave, Cincinnati (45232)

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Walker Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for the Russ family during this difficult time. Please call 513.251.6200 or visit www.HerbWalker.com for additional information.