Salem
Florence Sarah (Faulling) (Maynard) Russell, 74, of Salem, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 of natural causes. Born on November 18, 1949, and raised in Salem, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence M. and Theresa Y. (Lemelin) Faulling.
A graduate of Salem High School, Class of 1967. Florence married Gerald Maynard, Sr., in December of ’67 and shared 20 years of marriage until his passing in 1988. She was a certified Nurse’s Aide and through the years worked for several nursing homes on the north shore, as well as Salem Hospital. Florence was a lifelong resident of the north shore with the exception of the period of 2003 to 2008 in Arkansas.
Florence was devoted to her children, grandchildren and her animal friends. She enjoyed ceramics, crocheting , crafts, baking and cooking as well as camping. She was also a great fan of her online community through social media.
Florence is survived by her children, Gerald Maynard, Jr., Kendra Maynard and Justine Hatch all of Lynn, her grandchildren, Ashley, Matthew and Tyler all of Lynn, great-granddaughters Rachael and Chloe of Beverly as well as her brother, Lawrence Faulling, Jr. of Lynn, her sisters, Robin & Karen Faulling of Salem and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to her parents and husbands, she is predeceased by her sister Shelley Zimmerman.
Relatives and friends are invited to her graveside service on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 11:30 AM in Greenlawn Cemetery, Salem. Guests will gather at the main gate on the corner of Appleton and Orne Streets at 11:15 AM. Levesque Funeral Home is assisting her family with arrangements.