Russell Glen Tanner
Russell Glen Tanner
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Russell Glen Tanner, 59, of EL Paso, TX, passed away on September 2, 2023.
Russell was born January 6, 1964, to Betty Nell and Dean Tanner in Anthony, NM. Russell was a proud graduate of Gadsen High School and an avid supporter of Texas Tech University.
Russell was predeceased by his mother, Betty Nell Tanner, brother Kenneth Tanner, and grandparents Horace and Opal Cannon as well as his uncle Don Cannon. He is survived by his beloved wife of 30 years, Renee “Baby Doll” Tanner, and his cherished only son Cody Tanner. He is also survived by his brother Bruce Tanner. He leaves behind the other loves of his life, Lexi “Chainsaw” and Hallie Tanner, Beloved family dogs.
The Motto Russell lived by was “Life is Good”. He woke up early every morning seizing each day. His daily inspirational Facebook posts were what kick-started people’s days on a positive note. He chose to be happy and grateful for every single day. He was the reason people smiled. His impact was immeasurable.
Whether he was organizing the weekly Taco Night gathering at The Riv or just encouraging people to choose happiness. Russell was the life of the party and he never met a stranger. His 31 years of sobriety was something he was very proud of, and would always help those in need of encouragement.
Services will be held at Sunset Funeral Home, 480 N. Resler Dr. on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 8:30 A.M. with a Celebration of Life at 9:00 A.M. A Graveside Service will be at 10:00 A.M. at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery, 4900 McNutt rd. Santa Teresa, NM. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-West.
The pallbearers include Joshua Rosenbaum, Zachary Rosenbaum, Bo Jones, Tracy Heal, Mark Segaline, Jay J. Armes, III, James Stewart, Art Arias, Ron Gillett, Jeff Rago, Karan Mehta, and Cal Mundell. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in his memory to the Lee and Beulah Moor Children’s Home or Animal Rescue League. At a later date, the new Russell Tanner “Life is Good” fund will be created through which his legacy will live on. His son, Cody will pave the way to ensure the donations will bless others in the way his dad did each day.
For those of whom are unable to attend this service, a live stream will be held on Sunset Funeral Homes’ Facebook page at:
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Chuck
September 20, 2023
I hope they have a lot of colorful costumes and Harleys and a lot of adult toys in Heaven. Look for my twin, i will never forget the harley rides to cruces when bo ran out of gas ...RIP brother.
Eric & Romie Garcia
September 18, 2023
Condolences to the Tanner Family .
From the Garcia family
Rest in Paradise
Kim king mcneill
September 15, 2023
Rusty was a great guy, i met him at the roller skating rink when we were 15, we had some great times together! Rest in peace, love you always, my prayers go out to his family Kim King
Rachel Showery
September 10, 2023
My deepest condolences to Renee , Cody and Bruce... and all the family.
May you all find comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Some sorrow is so deep that it can´t be expressed, but it can be honored.
May his name be a Blessing.
P.S. That was a beautiful tribute video.
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Chepis Bencomo
September 9, 2023
My deepest condolences to the Tanner family. Russell was an awesome person. He will be deeply missed in west El Paso.
Johnny Ortiz
September 9, 2023
I first met "Rusty" when I was about 16 and started working at Dos Lagos Golf Course. He was around 10 then and would hang out there all the time. He was always a great guy.
Dq avelino Dominguez
September 8, 2023
Growing up in Anthony RIP my brother
Terry Kerns
September 8, 2023
"Life is Good." I often think back to what a great childhood I had. A big reason for that was great people and great friends like Russell Tanner.
A favorite post-high-school vehicle purchase of mine was a "Tanner approved" ´77 Jeep CJ5. Russell went with me to look at it and give his approval. I bought it due to great teenage memories of Jeep´n in the Anthony sand dunes with Russell and his brother in Bruce´s CJ and also memories of us riding in the Gillet Willys Jeep.
Terry Kerns
September 8, 2023
Russell was a great childhood friend. We grew up living 7 miles apart in a rural area. When we were teenagers, he would ride his 10-speed to my house, or I would ride my motorcycle to his to hang out together. Sometimes we would go play golf and sometimes I would pick him up & he would bring his bicycle so he could ride home later. The two of us & golf clubs or the two of us and him riding backwards carrying his bicycle on my 100cc motorcycle. I´m sure that was quite a site for other drivers to see.
Terry Kerns
September 8, 2023
When we were young kids, Russell showed me how he would heat up a flour tortilla on his mom's gas stove. A few days later, my mom was slightly annoyed with me for the burnt tortilla debris I left on her electric stove.
Mike Franco
September 6, 2023
Offering our condolences from my family to yours...
Mike Franco & Family
Rod Stogner
September 6, 2023
Russell came to visit me at my office. I was having a bad day. But he knew what to say. And where to send me. Russell is one of a kind. Always had the solution
Kat Tyler
September 6, 2023
Russell was truly one of a kind. His positively was insurmountable. I met him as soon as I moved here in 89. His wonderful wife who he loved dearly and was always proud of made the perfect team of compassion and kindness for people and animals. I'm going to miss him and his "Life is good" posts. That was his mantra and it will live on. I will miss him. Love and prayers to Renee and Cody.
Debra Fraire
September 5, 2023
I am so sorry to see this Condolences to Renee. Such nice positive man
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