Russell Banner, 27, of Morganton, NC passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 23, 2016. He was born in Burke County on November 8, 1988 to Linda Huffman Banner of Morganton, NC and the late James “Cooter” Banner. He grew up in the Baptist faith and worked for Valdese Weavers. Russell loved spending time with his family and kids, who were the love of his life. He enjoyed playing the guitar and loved to make other people happy.
Russell is survived by his wife, Jessica Edwards Banner; sons, Mason Parker Banner of the home and Ethan Patrick Cox; grandmother, Margaret Townsend and husband, Robert of Morganton; mother-in-law, Sandi York of Morganton; grandmother-in-law, Margaret Causby; brother, Chris Banner and wife, Andrea; sisters, Christina Vang and husband, Austin, Teresa Hughes, and Tammy English; several nieces and nephews and close friends.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 28, 2016 from 1 – 2 pm at Grace Baptist Church. The funeral service will follow at 2 pm at the church with the Rev. Marty Bess officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to Grace Baptist Church, 1939 Paul Shuping Ave., Morganton, NC 28655. Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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