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Phillida RUSSELL

2026 · Wellington

Died 13 July 2026Posted 15 July 2026

Passed away on 13 July 2026, peacefully at home. Adored wife of John. Dearly loved mother of Andrew, Rachel, Sam and Dan. Dearly loved mother-in-law of Pip, Mike, Steph and Anna. Loved Gran to Arthur, Georgia, Margot, Helena, Charlie, Sam and Will. A special thanks to the staff at Cranford Hospice, and Losanna and Debbie for all the love and ongoing care given to Phillida.

A memorial service to celebrate the life of Phillida will be held at The Cheval Room, Hastings Race Course, on Saturday 18 July 2026 at 2.30pm.

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