The world has suffered a great tragic loss
October 23rd, loosing a friend, brother, drummer/producer
of Cottonmouth, Butch McMaster, to a horrific car
accident. Butch will be missed dearly. <br>In Loving Memory
of Butch McMaster <br>January 2, 1971 - October 23,
2001 <br>When Butch walked into a place everyone felt
the whirlwind of energy, he had a dynamic character.
He was a friend to whomever his path crossed. We all
have so many great memories of Butch. Butch was the
life of every gathering, he was always social, and
embracing us with his love. He had a natural talent for
music; his ear was tuned like no other. Butch played his
drums from his soul, letting every listener feel his
intensity, surrounded by his brothers, Bash, Darren, and
Alex. Cottonmouth was Butch's passion. Words could
never be adequate in describing Butch, he was a force,
a spirit so kind, considerate, and true. No one
ever had to wonder what Butch was feeling, he wore his
heart on his sleeve for all of us to know and love.
Butch was Wendy's soulmate, lover, provider, and best
friend. He was a perfect dad to Allen, Zach, and little
Justin Lee. His love for his family was great, his
loyalty to them indescribable. How our hearts break
knowing without Butch nothing will ever be the same, get
comforted in the thought that Butch would want us to
remember him with memories of all the great times, the
music, the parties, gigs, and he would want us to
embrace his memory the way he lived - for the day,
trusting in the future goodness of all who loved him.
<br>~*~Becky Gruen~*~ <br>We're sending out this email to
inform people of an upcoming benefit for the family of
Butch McMaster. We're asking for generous donations and
contributions from friends and the local community to help out
the three children Butch leaves behind.<br>Butch
McMaster Family Benefit<br>Saturday ~ January 19th 3pm
-midnight<br>Wood River VFW<br>$!5 donation at the door (includes
beer)<br>Silent auction, 50/50, raffles<br>Music by: Cottonmouth,
Pantego Bros, Anadize,<br>and other special guests
TBA<br><br>Please contact days Beck Gruen 618-377-9435 <br>eves
Cottonmouth Studio 618-463-1762<br>If no answer Chris
618-530-7624<br>or visit www.cottonmouth.org