Luther "L. C." Russell

. Mr. Luther Charles Russell, better known as L. C.  age 68, of West Jefferson, NC received his angel wings Tuesday, August 14, 2012 when God called him home from Watauga Medical Center.  L. C. was born February 18, 1944 in Ashe County to Luther & Daisy Black Russell.  L. C. was preceded in death by his parents and one special granddaughter, "Miss Mandy", Miranda Cherie Russell.  L. C. was an avid house painter and has worked and was well respected all over Ashe County.  He was also a diehard Tarheel fan. He attended Mt. Patty Church. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 18, 2012 at 10:30 am at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Tim Roten & Rev. Randy Peters. Burial will follow in Claude Mash Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Friday, August 17, 2012 at Badger Funeral Home. Mr. Russell is survived by: His wife and eternal soul mate of 49 years, Carol Jean Russell 1 son: Bobby Russell and wife Melanie of Hickory, NC 3 daughters: Carolyn Bennett of Crumpler, Tracy Bare and husband Tim of West Jefferson, Candace "Charlie" Roten and husband Mike also of West Jefferson 2 brothers: Donald Russell of West Jefferson & Tommy Russell and wife Cindy of Wilkesboro 1 sister: Teresa Shepherd and husband Tom of  N. Wilkesboro 1 special dog:  "Nacho" 4 grandchildren,  1 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to the family, c/o Badger Funeral Home, PO Box 139 West Jefferson, NC  28694. You may send and view condolences to the family through our website www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with Mr. Russell's arrangements.