Russell A. "Butch" Vermillion

Russell A. “Butch” Vermillion, 69 of West Bend, died unexpectedly at Froedtert Hospital on Monday, April 20, 2015. He was born on September 27, 1945, the son of George and Bertha Clark Vermillion Sr. in Oakfield. He proudly served in the United States Navy from July 23, 1963 through September 26, 1966. After 28 years of employment, he retired from the West Bend Company. Simultaneously, he was a well-known bartender in the local area for over 3 decades.



He is survived by two children, Kelly and son-in-law Phil Anders and Kirk Vermillion both of West Bend; his grandson Donavin Vermillion; one brother, George “Buzz” (Diane) Vermillion of St. Peter; seven sisters, Kay (Wallace) Swiss of Ocala, FL, L. Ann (Dean) Bradley of Avon Park, FL, Pauline (James) Drehmel of Sebring, FL, Barbara (Duane) Preissner, Judith (Robert) Von Rotz, Janet (Rodney) Immel, all of Fond du Lac, and Renee (Patrick) Galligan, of Rhinelander; his sister in law, Carmen Vermillion of Ocala, FL. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Russ was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Sandra; and one brother, Raymond.



Honoring Russell’s wishes there will be no visitation or services.



A memorial has been established in Russell’s name.



Uecker-Witt Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.ueckerwitt.com.