Carmela "Millie" Russo

In loving memory of Carmela "Millie" Russo, of Revere, Massachusetts, who passed away on November 5, 2024, at the age of 93.  Born on October 6, 1931, in Everett, MA, to the late Constantino Casto and Josephine (Savio), Millie lived an incredible life that spanned 93 years. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert Russo.  Her spirit was one that embraced challenges with grace and resilience, an attribute she imparted to her children and those around her. She was a woman whose heart was as warm as her kitchen, where she whipped up meals that both nourished the body and comforted the soul.

Millie spent a significant portion of her life as a Certified Nursing Assistant, a profession that allowed her to extend her intrinsic care and compassion to others. She was a hard worker who dedicated herself to her role, often going above and beyond to ensure the well-being of her patients. Millie's work in the medical field was more than just a job; it was a testament to her altruistic nature.

In her personal life, Millie was a force to be reckoned with, raising four boys with an uncanny blend of toughness and love.  She was a devoted mother of Donna (Russo) Menchin and her husband James of Revere, Robert Russo and his wife Donna of Revere, James Russo and his wife Sonja of FL, Ronald Russo Sr of Revere, and Paul Russo Sr. of Revere.  Dear sibling of the late Rosemarie McCormick, Elaine Casto, and Barbara Steinberger.  Adored grandmother of Kim Menchin and her husband Jeffrey Lampan, Melissa Follis and her husband George, Lori-anne Russo, Robert Russo and his wife Danielle, Janine Cambria and her husband Steven, James “Jimbo” Russo and his wife Kara, Christin Canoro and her husband Daniel, Savanah Slone, Dawn Russo, Tianna Russo and her husband Brandon, Ronald Jr., Danina Manzo and her wife Lori Manzo, Chantel Russo Manzo, and the late Paul Russo Manzo Jr.  Cherished great grandmother of 27, and great great grandmother of 5.  Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

A Visitation will be held at the Paul Buonfiglio & Sons-Bruno Funeral Home 128 Revere St, Revere on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, from 8:30am to 10:30am followed by a Mass at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Revere at 11:00am.  Relatives and friends are kindly invited.  Interment Holy Cross Cemetery.

As we bid farewell to our dear Millie, we remember her not with sorrow but with joy for the love and warmth she brought into our lives. Her legacy lives on in the hearts of those she loved and those who loved her. We invite you to share your treasured memories and photos of Carmela on her memorial page.  Today, we celebrate the beautiful life of Carmela Russo and the lasting impact she made on us all.  For guest book please visit www.buonfiglio.com