Notes:

Christine went to meet her Lord and Savior on May 1st, 2021 after a short but courageous battle with cancer.
She was born on April 15, 1952 to Leo Paul and Mary Russ in Niagara Falls, NY where she was a lifelong resident and active member of the community. 
She was predeceased by her devoted husband Michael Cavanaugh, cherished son Paul Cavanaugh and beloved siblings Paul Russ and Kathleen Russ. She is survived by her daughter Erin Cavanaugh (Ballav Borah), siblings James (late Diana) Russ, Margaret (Gary) Server, Timothy (Victoria) Russ, Patricia Russ (Carrie Fuhrmann), Ruthann (Joseph) Hoffman and Victoria Maturani (Gabor Karpati) along with a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. 
Christine was a caretaker by nature so it was only fitting that she chose to dedicate her life to a career in nursing. She graduated from Niagara County Community College with an Associate’s Degree and also earned an Occupational Health Nurse certification. She began her profession at Memorial Medical Center before spending many years as a plant nurse for Goodyear, Carbide Graphite and Saint Gobain. She finished her career as a Nurse Case Manager at Travelers Insurance and retired in 2018. After retirement she continued her love for learning by auditing classes at University of Buffalo in the field of Archeology. She was so inspired by this newfound passion that she even planned a trip to Bulgaria to participate in an archeological dig which was sidelined due to recent global pandemic travel restrictions. 
Christine was the heart and soul of her family and she radiated love and light. She had a unique bond with each family member, making everyone feel like the favorite in her eyes. She had a special way with children which shone through with her silly games and elaborate stories. 
Dubbed “Saint Christine” by her siblings, she was a selfless humanitarian who always put others ahead of herself. She was often sought out for advice or just for a sympathetic ear and was always happy to oblige. She loved to volunteer her time to help others and could never say no when it came to donating to various charities. Anything she had; she was willing to share. She was an active member of her church and taught religious education for many years.
Christine was an avid traveler and lover of the outdoors, animals, lighthouses, mystery novels, sweet treats and fine wine. Her positivity and happiness could light up any room. For Christine, kindness was key. She was slow to pass judgement and quick to show love. She will live on forever as an example of how to live a full and beautiful life. She will be sorely missed and her memory will live on through all the lives she touched.
Family present Friday May 7 from 2-4, 7-9 PM in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC.,  8622 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY 14304.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday May 8, 2021 at 1 PM in St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Prince of Peace site, 1055 Military Road, Niagara Falls.  The interment will be private. 
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to your favorite charity or perform an act of kindness with Christine in your heart. 

Christine married CAVANAUGH, Michael David on 1 Jul 1972 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Michael (son of CAVANAUGH, John P) and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Niagara Gazette - 8/18/1971

Mr. and Mrs. L. Paul
Russ, 1067 99th St.,
a n n o u n c e the
engagement of their
daughter, Miss Christine
Ann Russ, to Michael
David Cavanaugh, son of
Mr. and Mrs. John S.
Cavanaugh, 829 Main
St. A July 1972 wedding
is planned.

ALSO

Niagara Gazette - 7/2/1972

MISS CHRISTINE ANN RUSS beeame-the--
bride of Michael David Cavanaugh in a double
ring wedding Saturday (July 1,1972) at Prince of
Peace Church. The_Rev Claude Corrado of Our
Lady of Fatima Shrine, officiated at the 11 a.m.
ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leo
Paul Russ, 1067 99th St., and the bridegroom is
the son of "Mr. and Mrs. John P. Cavanaugh, 1812
Main St.
Given in marriage by her father, the bride
wore a gown of silk organza fashioned with high
neckline, fitted bodice and A-line skirt, trimmed
with Venise lace. She wore a matching laceedged
cathedral length veil and carried a
cascade of phalaeonopsis orchids and ivy on a
white satin prayer book.
MISS MARGARET RUSS was maid of honor.
for her sister. She wore a Victorian gown with
Venise lace bodice and pink chiffon skirt, a
Camelot headpiece with shoulder length veil and
carried a colonial bouquet of white carnations
and pink roses.
Miss Patricia Russ, sister of the bride; Miss
Karen Rizzo; Mrs. Gordon Bedford; and* Mrs.
Peter Ingram were bridesmaids. Their gowns
matched that of the maid of honor.
Gary Server was best man. James Russ and
Timothy Russ, brothers of the bride; Peter
Ingram; and Steven Reiman were ushers.
An. afternoon reception was held at Frontier
Fire Hall.
After a wedding trip through Canada, the
newlyweds will make their home in this city.

1. CAVANAUGH, Paul and died.
2. CAVANAUGH, Erin

Leo married MORISON, Mary Elizabeth on 15 Feb 1947 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Mary was born on 26 Apr 1928; died on 11 May 1990. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Niagara Gazette - 1/21/1947

Mr. and Mrs. Harold J. Morison,
3009 Norman street, announce the
engagement of their daughter, Mary
Elizabeth, to Mr. Leo Paul Russ,
son of Mr. and Mrs. John Russ, 833
Chilton avenue. The wedding will
take place February 15 In St.
Joseph's church.

ALSO

Niagara Gazette - 2/25/1947

St. Theresa of the Infant Jesus
church was the scene of a winter
wedding Saturday morning, February
15, at 10 o'clock when Miss
Mary Elizabeth Morrison, daughter
of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Morrison,
became the bride of Mr. Leo Paul
Russ, son of Mr. and Mrs. John
Russ. The Rev. Patrick Woods performed
the ceremony and celebrated
the Nuptial High Mass.
Miss Mary Lou Russ, sister of the
bridegroom, was the maid of honor
and Miss Joan Qulnn and Miss
Dorothy Swiderski were the brides-
maids.
Mr. James Russ, brother of the
bridegroom, was the best man and
Mr. Robert McCrone and Mr. Donald
Gallagher were the ushers.
After the ceremony a wedding
breakfast was served at the Samovar
for the Immediate families. In the
afternoon a reception was held at
the Veterans club, 16 West Falls
street.
For a going away outfit thet bride
wore a gray pinstripe suit, black
accessories and a fur coat and a
white orchid. After a short wedding
trip Mr. and Mrs. Russ will be at
home In WiIlamsport, Pa.

Notes:

In 1900 Census listed as only child - was he the same person as William F Russ??

John married DUPREY, Anna on 15 Nov 1915 in Saranac Lake, Franklin County, NY. Anna (daughter of DUPREY, Syriac) was born on 17 Sep 1896 in New York; died on 14 May 1993 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Niagara Gazette - 11/1965

Mr. and Mrs. John G. Russ, 832 Chilton Ave.,
celebrated their 50th anniversary by attending a Mass
with their family at Sacred Heart Church and a dinner
at the Crown and Anchor Restaurant. The Papal
Apostolic blessing was bestowed.
Married in Saranac Lake,
Nov. 15, 1915, the couple
has resided here for 46
years.
They have seven children
and 34 grandchildren. Their
children include Mrs. Norman
T. J e f f o r d s , 18th
Street; John E. Russ, 90t.h
Street; L. Paul Russ, 99th
Street; and James R. Russ,
Hyde Park Boulevard.
Residing out-of-state are
Mrs. Eugene J. Schmitt and
Dr. William F. Russ, both
of Xenia, Ohio; and Air
Force Capt. Lawrence G.
Russ, Albuquerque, N.M.

Notes:

Niagara Gazette - 1/22/1907

The members of Niagara Falls lodge
No. 81, I.O.O.F. are requested to
meet at the lodge rooms tomorrow
afternoon at 1 o'clock to attend the
funeral of Gottlieb Russ, which will
take place from the family residence
at 1 o'clock.

William married Margaret about 1888. Margaret was born on 1 Mar 1859 in Germany; died on 9 Jul 1929 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY; was buried in Oakwood Cemetery, Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Niagara Gazette - 7/10/1929

RUSS-Mrs. Margaret Russ. aged 70. died
at her home. 832 Chilton avenue. July 9.
She is survived by one son. John, his
wife, and four grandchildren. John, Jr.,
Paul. James. Mary Lu and Ann E. Funeral
vrlll be held Friday. July 12. at
2:30 p. m. from the home of her son.
Rev. Brezlng officiating. Burial at Oakwood
cemetery.

Notes:

Niagara Gazette

DUPREY-Syriac. cited at Ray Brook
November 18. 1951. Father of Mrs.
John G. Russ of 832 Chilton Ave. of
this city. He is also survived by 7
sons and 4 daughters all of Ray Brook
and Saranac Lake. N. Y. Burial in i
St. Bernard cemetery, Saranac Lake,
N.Y.