Burnett H. Russell, Sr.

November 18, 1941 - August 10, 2015
Burnett H. Russell, Sr.

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Burnett H. Russell, Sr., 73 of Hendersonville went to be with the Lord Monday, August 10, 2015.

He was the son of the late Alva James Russell and Lena Moore Russell. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Dorothy Russell Haney and his dear son, Burnett H. Russell, Jr.

He is survived by his daughter, Lisa Russell Nix and her husband, Greg and his granddaughters, Christen and Bryson Nix, along with his close friend and former wife, Lynn Allen Russell. Also left behind to carry on his memory are his brothers and sister, Betty Young and husband, Willie, Frank Russell and wife, Carol, and Jim Russell and wife, Gwen; a number of nieces and nephews and many friends.

Burnie (B.H.) was a master engraver in the textile industry for over thirty years. His craftsmanship was evident in the many guns, knives and other works of art he engraved. He operated Russellís Grocery in Edneyville for a number of years. He had a vast knowledge of history, especially of the Civil War. He had strong faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and is now at rest following his slowly declining health.


Service

Saturday, August 15, 2015
12:00 AM

Edneyville United Methodist Church - Directions
799 Bearwallow Road
Hendersonville, NC 28792

Visitation

Saturday, August 15, 2015
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Edneyville United Methodist Church - Directions
799 Bearwallow Road
Hendersonville, NC 28792

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  • August 12, 2015
    Perry&Laura Breedlove says:
    Dear Lisa, Greg and Precious Family,We Love Y'all and are Praying for y'all---your dad was very special to us--Know that We Care--May God give you the comfort that only He can--GodBlessYourHearts!!! Perry&LauraBreedlove, Josh,Christi,Caitlyn,Logan&Molly McMinn and Caleb,Melissa,Paul&Baby Chloe Harris-on the way and Joy Willingham&Family "...the Joy of the Lord is Your Strength." Nehemiah 8:10b

  • August 13, 2015
    Michelle Simpson says:
    I hope that the pain & suffering of all that you have lost will be soothed, healed & comforted. Love, Michelle & Family

  • August 13, 2015
    Claude A Rogers says:
    My deepest sympathy to Lisa and Greg and all of the Russell family.I still have very fond memories of the folks I knew in Edneyville .

  • August 13, 2015
    Lisa Russell Colgan says:
    Lisa - my heart goes out to you and your family. Please know that all of you are in my prayers. Praying for peace and comfort for each of you. Love you, cousin.