Eugenio Rodolfo Vermales, age 97, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of Saturday, July 19, 2025.

Born on July 5, 1928, in Necochea, Argentina, Eugenio brought warmth, humor, and a deep love for the arts to everyone who knew him. He had a passion for wine, classical films, and the timeless tangos of Carlos Gardel. A gifted painter and singer, he was also known for his mischievous spirit and a playful knack for teasing young children.

Eugenio is survived by his beloved wife of 70 years, Alba Criseo Vermales; his son, Pedro Eugenio Vermales (Elizabeth); his daughter, Beatriz del Carmen Wood (Eric); and his grandchildren, Marcy Maria Salisbury (Darius), Veronica Helen Diamond (Travis), and Carmen Beatriz Petty (Joseph). He also leaves behind six cherished great-grandchildren.

Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Thursday, July 24, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Maddox Funeral Home, 105 West Main Street, Front Royal, Virginia.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 25, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Maddox Funeral Home, followed by interment at Prospect Hill Cemetery, also in Front Royal.  All are welcome.

To send flowers or share a memory of Eugenio, please visit www.maddoxfuneralhome.com or contact Maddox Funeral Home directly at 540–635-2773.