Russell Hatcher, 67, of Edgewood Road, Eden, passed away Monday night, January 16, 2012 at Morehead Memorial Hospital, after a three year battle with Multiple Myeloma. There will be no formal memorial service, however the family will receive friends Thursday evening, January 19, 5 - 7 PM at Fair Funeral Home. Russell was born July 5, 1944 in Draper, NC, son of the late James G. and Mary Reece Hatcher. . He graduated from Morehead High School playing football all four years. He went on to graduate from East Carolina University where he majored in education. He taught school and coached in Braswell, VA. He was a sports enthusiast. Surviving are sister, Frances Paschal of Stoneville ; brother, Wylie Hatcher and wife, Jonni of Deland, FL; nieces, Teresa Latham of Roswell and Julie Zulcosky of FL; three nephews, Jay Paschal of Stoneville, Charles Hatcher and John Hatcher of Florida; and his special friend, Kenny McCollum. The family requests that any memorial contributions be made to Hospice Home of Rockingham County, PO Box 281, Wentworth, NC 27375. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
To Frances and Wylie my deepest sympathy. Russell will be missed very much.
Lowell Hatcher
Very sorry to hear about Russell, my prayers are with the family. May God be with you,& comfort you.J7H7BO
Diane Turner
Our condolences and sampathy to the entire Hatcher family. The Lee's, Barbara, Bruce, Bryan and Brett
Bruce
My thoughts are with you. I knew him for the last 6-7 years. I worked at Dairy Queen where i met him the first time. He used to come in and buy out our ice cream sandwiches. He said< "he needed to gain weight and those were the only thing he could eat alot of!" He was such a joy to serve when we seen him come in. I will truly miss him! What a great person! <3
Emiley Gibbs
My thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of Russell. I have missed the conversations we used to have in the grocery store.
Margaret Howerton Wray
My, what an outstanding person Russell was. Mr Friendly, Mr Outgoing, always wanting everyone to feel liked a appreciated. A very giving person. I will always remember Russell on the football field as well. Very tallented, a leader and a friend. My prayers and outstanding memories to the Russell Hatcher family.
Stephen Holmes
I just learned of Russell's death. My emotions are running deep with memories of him strong and handsome on the football field, sweet and caring as a man, always thinking of others, fierce in his devotion to his friends. He handled his illness with such grace. It's ironic to me that only four years ago he was Dal's "rock" as Dal went through his own battle with cancer. My family and I will forever be in his debt for all that he did for us. Maybe the two will meet up and talk about old times on that big football field in the sky. Love to all of the family. Carol Gwynn
Carol Gwynn
To Wylie and Frances: Your brother was a very special friend and leader at Morehead High School. He must have been a wonderful coach and teacher. I pray that God will bless and comfort you in this great loss. Love, Trisha Yount Kenner
Trisha Yount Kenner
I had never met Russell until my dad, Dallas Gwynn, got sick in 2007. Russell became a very important person to my whole family during that time and I will never forget everything he did out of love, kindness and generosity for my dad. On what would be my dad's last Christmas with us, Russell helped my dad dress, drove him to my mother's house and carried him up the steps so that he could join us in celebration. I will always hold a special place in my heart for Russell and thank God that I was able to know him even but for a short time.
Beth Gwynn Svendsgaard
So sorry to hear about Russ..he and I go way back to the ole' days at Draper YMCA and so many other places in our lives.He was a great person who was good to all he knew and always had a smile on his face.I will miss him and I will keep the family in my prayers and I know that they can face these terrible times if they they reach out to our Lord Jesus for peace at this time May God Bless
Mark Ellis
To the family of Russell. I have know him since Jr High School, He was in High School, I was playing Jr High Football. He was a roll model for us. I have memories of him on the field on Friday Nights watching him and his team mates. He was a good guy then & a better man. He will be missed by many.
Brad Wade
To the Hatcher family: I was so sorry to hear about Russell's passing. We taught together for many years at Tunstall High School. He was such a nice man who always tried to get the best out of his students. He will be missed. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Pam Ayuso
Deepest Sympathy Sweet Talbott
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When my brother Dallas was terminally ill, Russell visited him regularly, took him out to eat, and drove him around. I walked in on the two of them once at Arbor Ridge and they were arguing about the Second Punic War! I'm very sorry to hear of his death.
Sam Gwynn
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
WILLIAM GILLISPIE
Knew Russell in high school and we worked together at Drewry Mason High School. Always appreciated his friendship and sense of humor. My sincere sympathies to his family.
Paul Thompson
To Frances and all the family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marion Cochran Mize
Russell was selfless. He always tried to help his friends including Dal Gwynn during his struggle with cancer. He was "special" and will be missed. My prayers are with his family. jwc
Joe Chandler III
To Russell's family, I want you all to know I thought a great deal of Russell. He was in our golf groups at Hilton Head and Myrtle Beach, as well as an outing in Pinehurst 2 or 3 years ago when we first realized he was not doing so well. As he struggled with his illness, he still was the most kind and reverant of golf buddy you could ask for. He was generous, polite, humorous and actually beat several of his fellow golfers handily while he was sick, making him notable for his over-achievements and admired for his winning. He was a man I truly am proud to say was my friend. He will be missed by not only myself, but I think I can honestly say for all those who know not yet of his passing, that he was an inspirational man and a great human being. May peace be with you in your time of sorrow. My humblest condolences, Steve Miller
Steve Miller
I never saw a time over the years no matter how long since I last saw him that Russell didnt seem excited to see me again. He will be missed . God Bless his Soul, sam
Sam Lewis
Wiley, Frances & family, so sorry to hear about Russell's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Lou Trollinger
I was deeply saddedened to learn of Russell's passing. He was a very caring and compassionate gentleman who I never heard say anything negative about anyone except, maybe, some politicians. I know in my heart that he is no longer suffering and that heaven is a better place now that he is there. I pray that he will now be able to hit them longer and straighter, but not too often in the same round. I will always remember his smile and his easy-going attitude about life and continue to be amazed at never hearing him complain about the cards life dealt him with his cancer. Rest in peace, My Friend...I will see ya on the back nine.
Lee Brock
There is no one who I thought any more of than Russell. I feel like I have known him my whole life, starting probably from the days at the Draper Y. The last time I saw him was at Russ Mundy's funeral and he was upbeat then as always. He and Russ were probably the two best all around athletes ever to come out of Draper. This is a great loss for a lot of folks.
Danny Squires
Frances and Jay You are in our thoughts and prayers, We are sadden to hear of your loss, when God calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. In Love and Prayer Robert and carol
Robert and Carol Rackley
Liked by all knew him, always in good spirits...Rest In Peace , there is no more battles
Lynn
Russell was a very special person to all who knew him.He was my first love when we were in Draper Jr.High.Our friendship continued past high school and college.He will always have a special place in my heart.I'll miss him,like everyone else who knew him.He's at peace now.I send my prayers and thoughts to the Hatcher family.
Peggy Lasley
Frances and Wylie, words cannot describe how sad I am to learn today of Russell's passing. We went through 12 years of school together with so many good times and memories. As the years passed I regret we didn't see each as much as we would have liked but when we did it was always very "special". I will never forget how genuine and caring he was and always had that happy smile. He was a true friend and will not be forgotten. My sincere condolences. Dock & Cheri Gilley
Dock Gilley
He was a good friend and strong competitor on the football field and the basketball court. He will be missed.
Charles "Eddie" Butler
Francis, I'm sorry to hear of Russell's passing. I don't remember him but it's always disturbing when a family member dies. I'll say a prayer for you and our family. Love, Debra
Debra Braddy
To the family I am sorry to here about Russell. I knew him from school days, he was a nice guy and will be missed by many. My Condolences Faye Hill Holt
Faye Holt
Wylie, I was so saddened to hear of the death of your brother--I, too, have lost a beloved sister. Please know that you and your family are in my heart.
Glenda Dodson Futch
Rest in peace Russ, You will be missed my friend. Sam
Sam Wilmoth
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