Entered into Eternal Life on September, 18 2014. Age 51. Cherished son of Irene (the late Frank) Popa (nee Fischer) and the late Robert Kotlarek. Extremely proud father of Corvan and Robin, "Of all of the things that I've done in my life, raising these two has been the most rewarding" (Russ 2010). Loving brother of Ronald (Sandra), Michael (Sherry Leitzke), Richard (Judith) and Patricia. Preceded in death by his brothers Wayne and Dennis. Further survived by other relatives and many friends.
Russell had a love for aviation. Lake Amphibians and Seawind Airplanes were his passion. A Celebration of Russell's life will be on Sunday, October 12, 2014 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at EAA Chapter 1158 (310 Aerial Drive, West Bend, WI) West Bend Municipal Airport-KETB, where he was a member. Private interment at Arlington Memorial Park.
To learn more about Russ visit "Friends of Russ Kotlarek" on Facebook.
In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to the children's trust fund c/o Wells Fargo Bank; <a href="http://www.wellsfargo.com">www.wellsfargo.com</a>