Wilda Ruth Briggs-Russell

Wilda Ruth Briggs-Russell, age 83, passed away on July 12, 2018. Wilda was born in Des Moines, Iowa on March 31, 1935 to Joseph and Alma (Nothwehr) Boyd.

In addition to her parents Wilda was preceded in death by her brother Raymond Boyd.

Wilda is survived by her husband, Rolland Russell; sons, Rob Briggs (Kim); Gary Briggs; step-daughter, Terri Starkey (LeRoy); several grandchildren and great grandchildren; a host of family and friends.

A memorial service in Wilda's honor will be held on Friday evening at 6:00 pm, at Big Grove Village Inn, 18807 450th Street, Oakland, Iowa. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Midlands Humane Society.