Larry Vern Erickson (February 8, 1936 – October 8, 2013) was an American novelty song vocalist. == Biography == Verne recorded two U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart hit singles in 1960, "Mr. Livingston" (No. 75) and "Mr. Custer" (No. 1, and No. 9 R&B). "Mr. Custer" was written by Fred Darian, Al De Lory, and Joe Van Winkle. The record sold over one million copies, earning a gold disc. In the UK, "Mr. Custer" was successfully covered by Charlie Drake.... [more on Wikipedia]