Wednesday, March 29, 2023 9:29 am

Patricia "Diane" Russell, age 69, of Rutherfordton, passed away Monday, March 20, 2023.

Diane was born July 29, 1953 in Henderson County to the late Floyd Ballard and Wilma Cantrell Ballard.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 31 years, David "Buster" Russell and a brother, Bobby Ballard.

Those who will cherish memories include her children, Kathy Sizemore (Phil) of Michigan, Donald Lee (Chris) of Maryland, Ronald Lee of Maryland and Dawn Bean (Kenneth) of Fairview; brothers, Ricky Ballard of Rutherfordton and Randy Ballard of Maryland; 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

A day of celebration to honor Diane's life took place March 25.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.