Lael Russell age 86 passed away Sunday, May 28, 2023.  Member of Whitehall Baptist Church. She was an avid auto enthusiast, loved doing crossword puzzles. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.  Preceded in death by husband, DeOrsay Russell Sr.; parents Wayne Everett and Rev. Nigel Everett; sister and brother-in-law Judy and Kenny Stephenson.  Survived by daughter, Penny Russell; sons, Dorran Russell, Darilynn (Betsy) Russell, DeOrsay Russell, Jr., Dalyn Russell; 14 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; sisters, Sharon (Jim) Springer, Kim Hart; brother, Nathan Everett.  Friends may call Monday, June 5, 2023 5-7 PM EVANS FUNERAL HOME 4171 E. Livingston Ave.  where funeral service will be held Tuesday, June 6, 2023 10:30 AM. Pastor Jon Black officiating. Entombment Forest Lawn Cemetery.