Cordella Russell

Cordella Palentine "Della" Russell, 93, of North Little Rock, Ark., passed away on Monday, March 28, 2022, at her home. She was born November 24, 1928, in Texarkana, Ark., to the late Andrew J. Couch, Sr. and Pearl Carroll Couch. Della was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 62 years, William F. "Frankie" Russell; sisters, Cathy Perrien and Trudy Couch; and brother A. J. "Andy" Couch, Jr. Della was known as "Bango" by her friends and family, a name given to her by her first granddaughter. The name stuck with her, and everyone who knew the family, called her by that name, including her husband, Frankie. Della was an employee of Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. for 30 years, and served as Payroll Supervisor for several years. She and Frankie enjoyed traveling, attending the horse races at Oaklawn Park in Hot Springs, and spending time with friends and family. She also made her famous pecan pie for our family gatherings! Della is survived by her son, Charles L. "Lenny" Carroll, III, (Becky); three granddaughters: Holly Fleenor (Jerry), Charity Hartwick, and Hope Carroll; four great-grandchildren, Jerry Fleenor, Jr., Ashton Miller, Ella Miller, and Briley Miller; and Della's youngest sister, Olliez Dankert (Ron). A family graveside service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Ark. 72076. (501) 982-3400.