RUSSELL, Helen of Tipp City, Ohio passed away unexpectedly January 20, 2018 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Beloved sister and best friend, she is survived by sister Margaret (Martin) and brother - in - law Don. She will be missed by her dog Peanut and her good and true friend Lenny Maenza.

Daughter of John and LaVonne Russell, Helen graduated from Winamac High School in Winamac Indiana and received her BS and MS in Business Education from Indiana State University. Helen taught at Vandalia Butler High School for 30 years and touched many young lives preparing them for the business world and coaching soft ball and volleyball. Helen always thought of other people first and will be missed by her many friends.

At Helen's request there will be no services. If you would like, you may to donate to a charity of your choice in her name. Online condolences for the family may be sent to www.bakerhazelsnider.com.