Mr. Russell Trammell Costner, 64, of Gastonia, North Carolina was born November 6, 1960 in Gaston County, North Carolina to the late Albert E. Costner, Sr. “Jigger Red” and Louise L. Costner. He departed this life Thursday, March 13, 2025 at Robin Johnson House in Dallas, North Carolina.
Funeral Arrangements Are As Follow:
VISITATION: At Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church on Thursday, March 20, 2025 from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M.
PLACE OF FUNERAL: Tabernacle Baptist Church, 519 West 19th Avenue, Gastonia, NC 28052
DATE & TIME: Friday, March 21, 2025 @ 1:00 P.M.
VISITATION (LIE IN STATE): At the church on Friday one hour prior to service from 12:00 until 1:00 P.M.
INTERMENT: Rose Hill Cemetery, 1219 North Morris Street, Gastonia, NC 28052
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Anthony Gallant sent Beautiful Dreams for Russell Trammell Costner - March 17, 2025
What a bright light that stop shining on this side of heaven . Even though we can't see Russell he is still shining beyond the sky God continue to bless and keep all of you with love
Russell was kind to me and my whole family especially during our losses. He will definitely be missed at the funeral home. Wear your wings my friend..
To the family my thoughts and prayers are with you all. The Costners and Fridays late Gilbert Friday are family. We would cut up and laugh anytime we saw one another. My father respected each of you and so did I. Rest In Peace you gentle soul and tell all of the family members we love and miss you all.
I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm sharing in sadness and praying for you during this difficult time.
My Condolences and Prayers for the Family. Russell was so kind to us each time we needed him to serve our family. RIP.
Prayer are with you and your family may God comfort you and your family mr costner will be missed by all of us he help provide services to my family during the loss of my brother
Rest easy cousin job well done. My prayers and condolences to your family. You have fought the good fight and now it is your time to rest.
Russell, you provided a service to many families. Your presence will be missed. A life well lived and a staple in our community. Rest well.
Cynthia M. Simpson
My family and I met Russell many years ago through Glenda. I remember him as being a kind-hearted young man. Although I have not seen him since that time, I pray that he be uplifted in prayer and resting comfortably in PEACE. Family, be strong and may God bless you all.
My prayers and condolences are for Tonya and the entire Costner family. Be strong in the Lord.He will give you the strength to endure. Terry Boyce and family,Las Vegas, Nv
My prayers are for you Tonya and the entire Costner family during this difficult time of bereavement. Remember your hope is in the Lord. Terry Boyce and family. Las Vegas, NV
May God's peace and comfort strengthen your family during this difficult time. Russell was a kind and caring man. He never wavered in his compassion for all the families that needed his loving and caring spirit during their difficult times of loss. He was very understanding with my family's needs when we loss our father. Thank you for sharing Russell. My prayers and heartfelt condolences to the Costner family.
Sylvia E. Lindsay
Family, May your memories live forever within your hearts and bring comfort, peace and laughter. May God keep, strengthen and bless you all in the days to come.
Such a kind, tenderhearted spirit, that will be greatly missed. Sincere condolences 🙏.
May your soul rest in peace comrade Costner. Prayers of Confort to the family, Funeral Service & friends. Mia Butler, Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer General Manager of Russell Funeral Home & Cremation Siler City, North Carolina
Sorry for your loss of a beautiful soul he's only asleep he was a wonderful person very delightful to be around I will always talk about his father we called him Jigger red where we laugh a lot about those days back then he would be greatly missed always on key with everything he had to do for a person that passed away and their families and God bless his family and much love praying for the family!!
Bro I Said a prayer for you cuz. You was humble soul. Open the door for me.
To you family, Russell will be missed by all that knew him, he was always pleasant in his demeanor praying God will sustain you for days to come and give peace to endure and find strength and comfort in Jesus. Pearlee Johnson
To Russell's family, coworkers and friends:
We would like to offer our deepest sympathy to you. May the soul of your Russell rest in peace and may God unchanging hands guide you all during this difficult time as well. Sgt. Denise and family.
Tanya and Family,
We are so sad to learn of the passing of your husband. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Condolences to the family.
My deepest condolences to the Costner family. Rest in heavenly peace, Russell will be deeply missed.
I send my Condolences to the Costner family. Russell was so helpful and supportive to my family with the passing of my mother. He will truly be miss
My condolences to the Costner Family. Praying for peace and comfort.
Thinking of our beloved brother Russell Trammell, who touched so many lives. We have so many fond loving memories of him,Russell was a loving brother. May all the memories we have in our hearts bring us peace and comfort. Gone but never will be forgotten. Rest in Peace Russell. Love You Bro. The Siblings
My condolences to the Costner Family with the loss of Russell. He will be missed greatly. James Miller
Offering our sincere condolences to you, the Costner family. God's grace and his abundance love be with you ❤️ Larry & Brenda Tate
I will never forget the kindness shown to me when Mr. Costner handled the memorial service for my husband Nathaniel Lowery on last year March 7th and Mr. Costner is truly another solider gone on home to be with the Lord... Mrs. Lena Lowery
Tonya, my mama told me of the passing Russell and you have my condolences. I remember when you were about to get married, my mama and you were always busy doing something and I know you two still are. I will keep you and your family in prayer. Staff Sgt. Jairus Ratchford - Hinesville, Ga
We are grateful to Russell for all the care and professionalism that he extended to the many families over the years. He has been a blessing to many and will be greatly missed. We are praying for the Costner family's healing and wellbeing during the difficult days ahead. God bless and keep you all!
I remember when we had a family member pass in Virgina he offered to drive his great aunt and uncle there. I rode with them because my uncle Russell always made things fun. Boy we had a good time going there. Laughing and talking. He was such a good uncle. Always willing to help and always there. I love you so much unk and I miss. Until we see each other again. Hugs and love. Jacqueline Costner-Minter
My heartfelt condolences and prayers to Tonya, Trammell, Morgan and the entire Costner family. I was blessed to know Russell from our time in school through our adult years. He was always, kind-hearted and professional with such a warm spirit. He has left an indelible mark on the hearts of those who knew him. He will be sorely missed but never forgotten. May the Lord blanket the family with His love, comfort and peace.
Our love and heartfelt sympathy go out to the Costner and Glenn on behalf our beloved Russell Costner who was a blessing to all who knew him. He truly will be missed. I pray God's joy and strength carry you all through this difficult transition. ❤🙏🏾🌹Diane McMillan
We're so sorry to hear the passing of Russell Costner. We send our condolences and prayers to the Costner family. He will be missed and not forgotten. Kim&Rosalind Davis
Praying for the entire family. So sorry for your loss.
To the Costner Family, We would like to give you our sincere condolences. The Costner family has served our family for years and we will always remember the warm, kind, and service of excellence that you all provided for us through the years. Russell will always be remembered for the kind guy he was. We take comfort in knowing that Russell is now resting in the presence of our Lord and Saviour Jesus the Christ. May God give you the comfort, peace, strength, understanding and joy during this time. We are praying for you today and in the days ahead. God Bless you.
Pastor Rickyto "Roc" Stowe (The Gibson and Stowe Families)
Love, prayers and condolences to the entire Costner Family! ♥️🙏🏾. Russell, one of the nicest person I've had the honor of friendship since grade one. Rest in Heavenly Peace. 🌅. Pamela Hamilton and Family
I am so saddened to hear the news that Russell has passed away. He was a respected contemporary of my father's, the late Isaac N. Wright, Jr., and I had the pleasure of meeting Russell several times over the years. He was always very kind to me and dedicated to upstanding funeral service. He will be truly missed! The Hon. Bridget Wright & Staff of Wright Funeral Home (York, SC)
Sending prayers to Tonya, Trammel, & Morgan and family
Thoughts and prayers for the family. Russell was such a gentleman and was always so kind. I consider myself blessed to have known him.
A mentor and a true friend I definitely miss you there is always s great light in funeral service and your light shined sir
When I lost my mommy...I called for you. You came immediately. You will be missed. Thank you for your class and dignity. From Darlene Byers oldest daughter you will be missed.
Tonya and family I am truly sorry for your loss. Russell was such a wonderful person. Praying for you all!
Russell was an honorable person he will be truly missed he will always be remembered as person with a humbled heart may you rest in eternal sleep Russell,my sincere condolences and prayers are with the family ,Debra Gilliam
May God be with the Costner family and provide comfort during this time. You have my deepest sympathy and may he rest in peace.
P. E. Moses Sr.
To Russell and His Family. He will be Truely Missed. I've known Russell from church. We were very Close Friends back in the Day. I WILL TRUELY MISS HIM. Family Be Blessed and Please Know That Got HAS You During This Time. Sending Love and Hugs.
Fredrea P. Galloway
He maybe gone from our sight but never from our hearts
Russell was so very nice to my family when my mother passed he went out of his way to help even after the funeral he was there so family he will always be with you in spirit and memories so sorry for your loss
So sorry to hear of Russell passing such a sweet,Loving person he will truly be missed Gone But Never Forgotten .🕊
Our condolences to our family in the homegoing of our special cousin .Very dedicated to all he came into contact with. We grieve with you but not as if we have no hope. Our trust is built on Jesus Christ.Rest our brother.To all our family May the peace of God give you comfort. God is so good and his mercy endures forever. Peace and Blessings .The Webber family Shelby,NC🫶🏽❤️🙏🏽
My condolences to the family upon the hearing of Russell's transition. Russell displayed a genuine soul and his ability to be gentle, and relatable helped to ease the inevitable for so many families over the years ( I can attest for ours a number of times). His is a Life of service well lived. Jesus tells us that "whoever who lives and believes in Him will never die."(John 11:26) Russell is resting... Sleep well my brother...we will meet again in the Rapture.
My condolences to the family upon the hearing of Russell's transition. Russell displayed a genuine soul and his ability to be gentle, and relatable helped to ease the inevitable for so many families over the years ( I can attest for ours a number of times). His is a Life of service well lived. Jesus tells us that "whoever who lives and believes in Him will never die."(John 11:26) Russell is resting... Sleep well my brother...we will meet again in the Rapture.
Such a beautiful family. We are keeping you in our prayers. From the Henry Family
So very sorry to hear of the passing of Russell. He meant so much to so many people. The warmth of his smile always brighten the room and had a way of lifting your spirit. His compassion was special when a family was at there lowest point. Russell your life was well lived and you will be greatly missed. Take your rest. - The McKinney Family
To The Costner Family, I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Russell. He was a true professional and I was proud to call him my friend.
It is with sad heart we have learned if Russell's passing. God knows always what he is doing, he never makes a mistake. Russell be at peace in the loving arms of Christ. Honor and glory to Jesus for his perfect will. Our prayers are with the family during this time transition.
Sending Prayers to the family. So sorry for your loss as I remember him always so helpful and always very pleasant. Prayers for his family and all the people who knew him. Cherry Davis-Adams
Sending my prayers and deepest condolences to the Costner family. I have known Russell for a very long time. He was the true meaning of what a friend is. He helped with the burial plans for my mother, brother and father. These were the toughest times of my life but he made it much better. He guided me through every step of the way. Rest Easy My Friend Cynthia Reeves
Our love and prayers are with the Costner Family in the passing of Russell. We will miss his kind and gentle way that he had for all. May God bless his family. Dr. and Mrs. Everette Thombs
We have lost another cousin , but through it all, we know that God is good ! Prayers and condolences to the family and friends! Sherry Herndon McClure
Our Prayers are with Tonya,and the entire Costner family during this difficult time, Russell was a good friend,God Bless The Costner Family and Costner Funeral Home Staff
Our Condolences to the Costner Family! - The Miller Family -
Russell meant so much to so many, and was truly God's servant. He will be missed by everyone whose lives he touched. Continued prayers of comfort and peace to his wife, children, and entire family.
My deepest condolences to the family sorry for your loss praying with you all in this time of healing need ..from Michelle Daniels & Family
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.