Russell "Rusty" H Sherrill III

A graduate of Page High School and NC State, he was an owner of Port Sherrill Marketing and an elder at First Presbyterian Church, where he began the tradition of a parent walking with their child down the aisle on Palm Sunday, waving palm branches.

Rusty was an avid outdoorsman; spending his time fishing, camping, and golfing. He was an Eagle Scout in Troop 216 and enjoyed helping with Troop 230, especially manning the grill for the annual Chicken Barbeque fundraiser.

Rusty loved spending time with his family at the beach playing cards, ping pong, and cornhole. He was an active member of his community. He often found himself with friends in his garage working on projects utilizing his vast tool collection.

In addition to his parents, Rusty is survived by his sister, Nancy Sherrill Horner, husband Kevin; his three children: Blair Sherrill Penny, husband Austin, Russell Hobson Sherrill IV and Elizabeth Dawson Sherrill; his beloved grandson, Jack Garrison Penny; his two nephews, Cameron and William; and many cousins.

A funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Newton Cowan and Dr. Doug McLeroy officiating. The family will receive friends following the service outside of the church. Please remember to wear a mask to the funeral service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

Online condolences may be made at www.haneslineberryfhnorthelm.com.