Stacey Woodard Russum

After a long 7 years of fighting breast cancer Stacey Russum, 59, of Greensboro, MD passed on September 18, 2024 at Compass Hospice in Centreville MD, surrounded by loved ones. Stacey was born April 28, 1965 in Richmond, VA. She grew up in Easton, MD and graduated from EHS in 1983. Stacey went on and achieved her lifelong dream of becoming a nurse, all while fighting cancer. She enjoyed caring for her residents at Caroline County Nursing Home (Denton, MD) and her patients at Uniontown Hospital (Uniontown, PA). Stacey was known for her passion of traveling, her faith in Jesus Christ, and her love for her family and friends. Stacey loved cruising! She went on 20 trips throughout the Caribbean. There she found her passion for scuba diving and Grand Marnier Soufflé. She attended the Greensboro Baptist Church and was a member of their Bible study group. After relocating to Markleysburg, PA, Stacey found a new interest in skiing. She loved taking her granddaughters every week and enjoyed sharing her new found hobby with everyone who came to visit. Stacey was also known for her love of animals, especially her pugs and hermit crabs. Those who knew Stacey knew her proudest accomplishment was becoming “Mimi”. Her grandkids meant the world to her: Adrianna Runyon (16), Brynne Russum (15), Lukas Russum (13), Skylar Runyon (13), Penelope Russum (11), Nickolas Russum (8), Ellianna Myers (1). Stacey is survived by her husband of 37 years, Wesley Russum. Stacey and Wes met and later married on March 20, 1987. Wes was her younger brothers Little League Baseball coach, and the rest was history. They lived a full life together. Enjoying vacations, dinners, and wine tastings no matter the time of the year, they were always down for an adventure with friends and family. Through the years they have supported each other through each hard time, life transition, and memorable moments. Everyone always enjoyed being around them and admired their authentic love for one another. Wes and Stacey went on to have 3 children. Caleb Russum of Greensboro, MD, Erin Russum of Denton, MD, and Rachael (Scott) Myers of Uniontown, PA. Stacey is also survived by her (big) little brother, Joshua (Anna) Woodard of Denton MD. As well as many nieces, nephews, and distant relatives. Stacey is proceeded in death by her father Robert Woodard and mother Cynthia Woodard. As well as her nephew Matthew Woodard and his daughter K’Lyn Downes. The family would like to extend a thank you for everyone’s support during this difficult time. A special thank you to those who have supported Stacey and her family throughout the last 7 years. Thank you Andrea Ringgold and Bev Coursey for always having her back even when life became the hardest. The family would like to extend an invite for all to join them for a celebration of life of Stacey on Saturday October 19 from 10:00-12:00 at the Greensboro Baptist Church in Greensboro, MD. In lieu of flowers the family would sincerely appreciate any donations be made to Fleegle and Helfenbein Funeral Home to help cover the expenses associated with Stacey's services.

Stacey Woodard Russum

April 28, 1965 - September 18, 2024