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Sarafina Joan Russell

Sarafina Joan Russell, 81, of Phoenix, Arizona, born April 8, 1937, passed away November 30, 2018. Joan was a loving wife, married 62 years to Jim Russell, who passed October 18th of this year. She was a devoted daughter and caregiver to her parents and family members and loved her sons and granddaughters very much. She had a special place in her heart for all the dogs in her life. Joan was a stay at home mom until her boys were in high school when she went to work as an Arizona State Auditor. Known for her fantastic cooking, she also enjoyed, camping, crafting and designing flower arrangements.

Joan is survived by sons Randy and Gary; and granddaughters Melaney and Charitye.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, December 22, 2018 at New Life Community Church, 8155 W. Thunderbird Rd., Peoria, AZ 85381.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer Association at www.alz.org. Visit https://www.hansenmortuary.com for condolences.

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  1. Vivian Eves

    January 14, 2019 at 3:32 pm

    Randy and Gary I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother and father. I had been emailing your father for quite a while and then didn’t hear and had wondered why. I just happened to run across his and Joan’s obituaries, Joan and I were cousins. My mother was Courine Wilson Brunner. Her sister was Maude and her niece Esta and my mother were quite close.
    My husband Bill and I spent some fun times with both your parents. We use to live in Scottsdale. Visited them the last time we were in Phoenix. Must have been at least 10 years ago. My husband has been gone over six years.
    My sympathies and best wishes to you both and your families.
    Being it’s been several months since their passing I hope you will receive this note.

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