Ethel Russell Johnson, age 90

Ethel Russell Johnson, age 90, of Rutherfordton, passed away Thursday, October 5,

She was the daughter of the late Bob Russell and the late Macy Pritchard Russell.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband James Robert Johnson Sr.; brothers Hubert Russell, Grady Russell, Jessie Russell and Horace Russell and a sister Sue Holbert.

Ethel was a native of Polk County and a member of Second Baptist Church. Survivors include One Daughter: Connie Keeter and her husband John of Forest City. Three Sons: James Robert Johnson, Jr. and his wife Jane of Spindale. Randy Johnson and his wife Carol of Rutherfordton. Rusty Johnson of Rutherfordton. Nine grandchildren and twenty-two great-grandchildren.

The Funeral service was held at McMahan's Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Dr. Keith Stephenson and Reverend Johnny McCarty officiating. Interment was held at Byars Baptist Church Cemetery, Mill Spring. Memorials can be made to Second Baptist Church; 191 Green St Rutherfordton, NC 28139.

McMahan's Funeral Home & Cremation Services in charge of arrangements.