Eugene E. Lavine

Eugene E. Lavine, age 77, resident of Cottonwood, Arizona, passed away on Wednesday, March 14, 2007. He was born on November 15, 1929 in Thetford, Vermont to Eli and Albina (Derouche) Lavine. Eugene was a 1946 graduate of Central High School in Parishville, New York. He served his country in the United States Army as Corporal. Eugene also served as President of the Old Time Fiddlers Association. His children write: "Our father was a kind, just man with strong values, integrity and faith. His love for his children, friends, and family was always honest and heartfelt. Dad enjoyed life to the fullest, especially as he built and played his beloved country fiddles. His humor and quick wit will be missed greatly by everyone who knew and loved him. We will honor his memory always". He leaves behind two sons, Sean Paul Lavine with his wife, Melinda of Queen Creek, Arizona, and Randy J. Lavine with his wife, Robin of Mesa, Arizona; his daughter, Deborah A. Green with her husband, Vernon of Phoenix, Arizona; 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. No services are planned at this time. An online guestbook is available at www.westcottfuneralhome.com