Russell T. Budd, 78, of McGuireville died June 19. He was born October 7, 1931 in Port Clinton, Ohio, the son of Kenneth and Margurite Budd. He was a graduate of Harrison High School. Mr. Budd served his country in the Army. He was a parts manager. At age 16, he won the Hoarce Height talent show and he entertained troops in Europe and the United States. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and taking care of his flowers and yard. Russ was a very special brother, husband and also a special friend to many. He leaves his wife of 15 years Mattie R. Budd; sons Mike Rhodes (Paula) of Sacramento and Scott Rhodes of California; sisters Patsy Flagstead (Pete) of Chandler, Hester McInnis (George) of Cheney, Washington and Bonnie Lammens (Dwight) of Clive, Iowa; three grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 23 in the Camp Verde Chapel of the Westcott Funeral Home at 11 AM. An online guestbook is available at www.westcottfuneralhome.com