Tori Renee' Gilliland Russell

Tori Renee' Gilliland Russell, age 42 of Lexington, passed away on Thursday, February 24, 2022 at her home.

Tori was born August 6, 1979 in Guilford County to James Robert and Elizabeth Ann Craven Gilliland. Tori had a good, giving heart and always tried to help others. She enjoyed fishing with her family, abstract art, and shopping online. Most of all, Tori loved spending time with her family and friends. In addition to her father, Tori is preceded in death by her husband, Lance Russell.

She is survived by her children, Cody Russell of Seagrove, Kayden Russell of Seagrove; stepdaughter, Alyssa Russell of Liberty; grandchildren, Camreigh and Caleum Russell of Liberty; mother, Ann Craven Gilliland of Seagrove; maternal grandfather, Clayton Craven; brother, Jason (Mandy) Gilliland of Champaign, IL; sister, Lisa (Dale) Stevens of Debary, FL; nephew, Andrew Gilliland and her best friend, Terri Smith Leonard.  

The family will receive friends Friday, March 4, 2022 from 12:30 until1:30 pm at Pugh Funeral Home, 437 Sunset Ave., Asheboro.  A graveside service will follow at 2:00 pm at Randolph Memorial Park, 4538 US Hwy 220 Bus. North, Asheboro.