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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP77386) and 2 other sources
Mary Lou Russo, a 46-year-old woman also known by her nickname 'Dede,' was last seen in Phoenix, Arizona, on April 22, 2005. Her last known whereabouts were in the vicinity of North 16th Street and East Indian School Road. Originally from New York, Mary had moved to Phoenix and subsequently lost contact with her family, who have not heard from her since her disappearance. At the time she went missing, she was described as a White female with blond or strawberry-blond hair and blue eyes. She stood between 5 feet 2 inches and 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighed between 155 and 180 pounds.

Mary has several distinguishing physical features that could aid in her identification. These include multiple piercings in her ears, a small scar located under her right eye, and a vaccination scar on one of her arms. It is also noted that she may have used the last name Post. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance remain unclear, and very few details are publicly available regarding her case. The Phoenix Police Department is the investigating agency responsible for her case and has asked for anyone with information to come forward.

The investigation into Mary Lou Russo's disappearance has been ongoing for many years, with her case being entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System. Despite the passage of time, her case remains open, and efforts to locate her continue. The lack of information and the length of time she has been missing have been a source of ongoing pain and uncertainty for her loved ones. The case serves as a somber reminder of the many individuals who vanish without a trace, leaving behind families and friends to grapple with unanswered questions. An overview of the case indicates a significant passage of time with no resolution, highlighting the difficulties faced by law enforcement and families in long-term missing persons investigations.

Last Seen: Apr 22, 2005

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