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Topic: Bud Isaacs RIP |
Rick Jackson
From:
Carson City, Nevada
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 1:30 pm |
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It is with a broken heart that I let you know Bud passed away about 11:00 a.m. this morning. He was suffering and in a lot of pain. No funeral plans at this time. He will be cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Geri has no internet access but if you would like to send a card, send it to: 12461 E. 38th Street Yuma, AZ 85367.....**** This is the correct zip code for Bud and Geri. Sorry for the error...rj****
 This is from a few years back at one of the SWSGA shows...
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Billy Easton
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Nashville, TN USA
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 1:48 pm
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We knew this day was coming, but we are never quite ready....may my old pal rest in peace. Bud was certainly one of a kind, and I will miss him. Love you Bud.
Billy and Meriul Easton
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Richard Sinkler
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aka: Rusty Strings -- Missoula, Montana
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 1:57 pm
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How sad.
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Rick Barnhart
From:
Arizona, USA
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 2:16 pm
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It was an honor to have been introduced to this kind ol' gentleman several years ago. He was a true pioneer. Rest well.
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b0b
From:
Cloverdale, CA, USA
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 2:20 pm
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I'm so sorry to hear this. Bud was a true genius of the pedal steel, and one of my idols. I only met him once. He was very friendly to me and had a quick mind when it came to talking about steel guitar. I felt that I was in the presence of greatness.
My condolences to Geri and the rest of their close friends and family.
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Ray Harrison
From:
Tucson, Arizona, USA (deceased)
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 2:24 pm
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Another great loss. Such a pleasure to have worked with him many years ago.
The stories go on and on in heaven.
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Billy Easton
From:
Nashville, TN USA
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 2:30 pm
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The last picture of Bud and I taken in late May of this year....
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Billy & Meriul Easton
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Joe Naylor
From:
Avondale, Arizona, USA
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 2:31 pm Another sad day
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I had the honor of introducing him several times at the Phoenix. He always had time to come by and chat for a while. Loved his stories and have repeated a few.
I also had the prevliage of being the emcee at his 80th birthday celebration 8 years ago. He even gave me a story or two to tell. Towards the end of that show he called me over to him and told me I told that one better than he told it ----- flashed that Bud smile and he patted me and said Good Job Joe n
I was on Cloud 9. Lots of great memories.
Slowly will always be just a little for this day on.
RIP MR Bud
Joe Naylor
www.steelseat.com
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Joe Naylor, Avondale, AZ (Phoenix) Announcer/Emcee owner www.steelseat.com *** OFFERING SEATS AND Effects cases with or without legs and other stuff ****** -Desert Rose Guitar S-10, Life Member of the Arizona Carport Pickers Assoc., Southwest Steel Guitar Assoc., Texas Steel Guitar Assoc., GA Steel Guitar Assoc., KS Steel Guitar Assoc. (Asleep at the Steel) tag line willed to me by a close late friend RIP |
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john buffington
From:
Owasso OK - USA
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 2:38 pm
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| We've lost yet another great legend and pioneer in the steel guitar world. We extend our deepest sympathies to Bud's family. |
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Jim Cohen
From:
Philadelphia, PA
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 2:52 pm
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Another great loss in the steel guitar world. My deepest condolences to Geri and their family and friends. It was an honor to spend some time with him at the Arizona show. RIP, dear Bud.
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Mike Neer
From:
NJ
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 3:25 pm
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RIP to a steel guitar legend.
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Fred Justice
From:
Mesa, Arizona
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 3:36 pm
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God bless you old friend.
The chats we have had together I feel you knew the Lord as your personal Savior.
Go rest there till we all catch up to you Bud.
God be with Geri and the family.
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Carl Williams
From:
Oklahoma
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 3:54 pm
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| My condolences to the family. A true legend and pioneer of steel guitar. It really hurts to see our heroes go. RIP Bud...Carl |
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Dave Mudgett
From:
Central Pennsylvania and Gallatin, Tennessee
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 4:28 pm
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| In life, you don't run into a lot of true pioneers. Bud Isaacs was one of those. We're so lucky to have had him in our community. RIP Bud, and my deepest condolences to his family and closest friends. |
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Skip Edwards
From:
LA,CA
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 4:40 pm
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This is indeed sad news. Sincere condolences to the family.
Vaya con Dios, to a true pioneer. |
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Joe Naylor
From:
Avondale, Arizona, USA
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 5:45 pm Couple more memories
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A couple more memories.
One of the times I was introducing he and Geri
Another one from a show with Herb and Bud.
Joe
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Ben Lawson
From:
Brooksville Florida
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 5:59 pm
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| What a legacy he leaves for us. I am so glad I got to meet him. I'm sorry he's gone. |
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Mitch Drumm
From:
Frostbite Falls, hard by Veronica Lake
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 6:24 pm
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He was so much associated with Webb Pierce and "Slowly". It's a shame he didn't get more recognition for the instrumentals and western swing stuff he recorded.
At times, I hear that west coast Noel Boggs sound in his early recordings.
Here's a link to the earliest thing I know of by Bud---on the original version of what has become a Texas dance hall classic, from 1950. Supposed to be done on a Gibson Electraharp:
http://picosong.com/zTfa
And here's my favorite 3 pix. I'm wondering when he was in the Army--I think that buck private pic was taken around Washington DC, where he apparently was stationed.
Bud's obviously had a sense of humor and it was on display the only time I ever spoke with him. A character.
My condolences to everyone who knew him well.
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Roy Rosetta
From:
Nederland, Texas.. On the Texas Gulf Coast
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 8:06 pm
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This is such sad news. Bud and Geri have been good friends of mine and Barbara's for many years. Our sincere condolences for Geri and their family. Rest in Peace dear friend.
...Roy and Barbara
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Johnny Case
From:
Texas, USA
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 8:30 pm
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I am saddened that we have lost a kind spirit whose
imaginative musicianship revolutionized the steel guitar world. May he rest in peace. |
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Duane Reese
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Walter Stettner
From:
Vienna, Austria
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 9:40 pm
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This is really sad news. My condolences to the family.
Here's a photo of two legends, both gone now:
RIP, Bud
Walter Stettner
Vienna, Austria
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Bill Bailey
From:
Kingman, AZ
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Posted 4 Sep 2016 10:06 pm Rip
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 Last week I watched the video of Bud and Geri playing Slowly at the SWSGA show a few years ago. Bud had not touched his steel for 10 or 12 years according to Geri.You could see Bud doing his best for the audience. Now he plays in the Angel Band. May the Lord comfort his family and friends.
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Bill Bailey
Kingman Arizona
2014 Mullen G2 D 10 8+5 Black
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Godfrey Arthur
From:
3rd Rock
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Posted 5 Sep 2016 1:10 am
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Godspeed Sir!
Wow Mr. Pedal steel..as in...
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David Wright
From:
Pilot Point ,Tx USA.
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Posted 5 Sep 2016 1:42 am
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| Sad to hear this, R.I.P Bud, You took Steel Guitar to a new level, Thank you... |
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