16 Dezember 2021

Sad Losses in December 2021 †

Margaret Embry Everly (* 25.11.1919 - † 06.12.2021)
She remains best known as the mother of Rock and Country Hall of Fame members The Everly Brothers, but Margaret Everly was also a professional entertainer, herself.

She died last week (Dec. 6) in Nashville, just 10 days after she reached the remarkable age of 102. Margaret was pre-deceased by her singer-guitarist husband Ike Everly (1908-1975) and by her sons Don Everly (1937-2021) and Phil Everly (1939-2014).  Margaret and Ike Everly were childhood sweethearts who married in 1935 when Margaret was 15. She bore both of her sons before she was 20  (Source: MusicRow, shortened)

Robert „Robbie“ Shakespeare (* 27. 09.1953 in Kingston, Jamaika; † 08.12.2021 in Florida, USA)
Jamaikanischer Bassist und Keyboarder. Zusammen mit Sly Dunbar war er im Duo Sly & Robbie aktiv.

Robert Michael Nesmith (* 30.12.1942 – 10.12.2021)
American musician, songwriter, actor, producer, and novelist. He was best known as a member of the pop rock band the Monkees and co-star of the TV series The Monkees (1966–1968). His songwriting credits include "Different Drum", which became a hit for Linda Ronstadt and the Stone Poneys.

Terence David Uttley (*09.06.1951 -  † 16.12.2021)
Smokie (BAND)'s statement:  "It is with very heavy hearts and tear-filled eyes that we share the news that our beloved friend and bandmate, Terry, has passed away after a short Illness.
Steve, Martin, Mick and Pete are devastated and deeply saddened by his sudden and unexpected passing. Terry was a dear friend, a loving father, and was an in-credible person and musician.
We all feel extremely lucky to have shared such a long lifetime and the stage with him. Peace and love to all who knew Terry, and those he touched. We will miss him dearly.
Management asks our friends and colleagues around the world to respect the privacy of the family and band members at this time."