Russell E. Carter, 82, of Normal passed away April 29, 2022. He was born November 24, 1939 to Robert and Ruth (Budd) Carter and married his sweetheart, M. Joanne (Koerner) in Pontiac, IL on June 24, 1961. She survives.
Also surviving are his children: Dorrie Johnson, Tree Johnson; grandchildren: Stefanie (Ryan) Snow, Lee Holub, Karly Johnson; step-grandchildren: Glen Johnson, Janis (James) Johnson, Casey (Mike) Hartman; great-grandchildren: Elliana Harris, Raelynn Snow, Nolan Snow; along with 8 step-great-grandchildren; and siblings: Roberta Sanderson, and Dennis Carter. He is preceded in death by his son-in-law: Glen Johnson; and brothers: Randy and Bill Carter.
Russ was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He loved motorcycles and cars and never met a stranger. He shared his love for Jesus with everyone and always did a joke for everyone. He will be missed greatly. He is in Heaven now playing his guitar with family and friends.
Per Russell’s wishes, cremation rites have been accorded with East Lawn Funeral Home, Bloomington. A Celebration of Life is planned to be held at Network Bible Fellowship, 1717 R.T. Dunn Drive, Bloomington on June 11th, 2022 from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Isaiah 40:31--
"But they wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings as eagles they shall run and not the weary, and they shall work and not faint."
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