Rosanne Russo Wells

Rosanne Russo Wells, a devoted educator and beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, compassion, and joyful service to others.

Born on September 8, 1950, Rosanne felt called to the teaching profession early in life. A devout Catholic, she attended St. John’s and later graduated from St. Vincent’s Academy in 1968. She continued her passion for education at Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education in 1972.

Rosanne began her teaching career at St. Catherine in 1972, where she touched the lives of countless students through her kindness, patience, and commitment. In 1977, she continued her career with Bossier Parish Schools, serving faithfully for many years. After decades of shaping young minds and inspiring future generations, she retired from teaching in 2016.

In addition to her dedication as an educator, Rosanne was known for her vibrant, spunky personality and unmistakable sense of humor. A proud Italian woman, she loved to laugh, act silly, and make others laugh—often by playfully picking on people, especially children. She had a gift for pretending to be irritated or stern, only for everyone to realize it was all part of the joke. Everything she did was rooted in love, and she delighted in bringing laughter to those around her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Esther Russo, and her niece, Lisa Ferguson.

She is survived by her loving sisters, Carmen Feinberg and her husband Richard, and Cathy LaSource and her husband Mike; her sons, Scott Wells and his wife Tiffiny, and Drew Wells; her cherished grandchildren, Kara, Brandon, Kaleigh, Peyton, and Elise Wells; her great-grandchildren, Grace, Logan, and Brody; as well as numerous beloved nephews and cousins.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the compassionate staff of STAT Home Health and WK North for their exceptional care, kindness, and support.

Visitation will be held at Boone Funeral Home in Bossier City, Louisiana on Friday, January 30, 2026 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM.
A Rosary will be held at 12:30 PM on Saturday, January 31, 2026, followed by a Funeral Service beginning at 1:00 PM at Mary, Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 7738 Barksdale Blvd, Bossier City, LA 71112.

Honorary pallbearers will be Ron Kilgarlin, Jason LaSource, Casey LaSource, Cody Kilgarlin, Cameron Ferguson, and Christopher Hatcher.

Rosanne will be remembered for her unwavering dedication to education, her deep love for her family and her faith, and the countless lives she touched through both her teaching and her joyful spirit. Her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.