Karoleen Kay "Karol" Russell, age 74, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on March 23, 2021 at her home. She was born on October 29, 1946 in North Platte to William and Doris (Staples) Motsinger. She attended schools in North Platte through the 11th grade. She loved to bowl in her younger years and was an avid Husker Fan.
Karol has four sons: Rich, Troy, Jimmy, and Billy. After moving around to various locations, she settled back in her hometown of Nroth Platte.
She is survived by her children, Rich (Barb) Saighman of Omaha, Nebraska, Troy (Lisa) Saighman of Lakeland, Florida, Jimmy Saighman of Pocatello, Idaho, and Billy Saighman of Pocatello, Idaho; her brother, Bill (Jackie) Motsinger of Youngstown, Ohio; 5 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild; and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Ron Motsinger.
Memorials are suggested to the Callahan Cancer Center in North Platte, Nebraska.
Cremation was chosen. A book signing will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, with family receiving friends from 4;00 - 7:00 p.m.
Adams & Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.