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Official Obituary of

Russell Lewis Ballew, Jr.

October 21, 1979 ~ November 15, 2023 (age 44) 44 Years Old

Russell Ballew, Jr. Obituary

Russell Lewis Ballew, Jr. born on October 21, 1979, 44 years old, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 in Blacksburg, SC. He was a resident of Spartanburg, SC and was born in Gastonia, NC to Cynthia Dennis and the late Russell Lewis Ballew, Sr. He is also predeceased by a sibling, Nichole Ballew.

Left to cherish his memories are his children, Destiny Ballew, Melissa Powell, William Ballew, Layton Ballew, Helena Ballew and Tony Ballew; five grandchildren; former spouse, Bridget Ballew; significant other, Kelli Ruppe; siblings, Janel Walker, David Ballew, William C. Ballew, Aaron Kennedy and Barrett Ballew; step-father, Richard Dennis.

He enjoyed fishing, hiking and exploring the woods but most of all he loved spending time with his family. He was a wonderful father, grandfather, son, spouse/significant other and brother. He will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Private Family services will be held at a later date. 

Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Services, LLC is honored to serve the Ballew Family. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.

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