Re: [Harp-L] Sam Myers passes at 70 7-17-06

["Nate in the Blues Room" <thebluesroom@xxxxxxxxx>]

Sam's influence touched me here in little ol' New Zealand. I
absolutley love his singing and harp playing. Thank you for informing
us about his death. His spirit lives on as does his wonderful
contribution to blues and soul music. I'll pay special tribute to him
on my radio show next week. All the *nicest thoughts* to his family
and friends and anyone close to him, who knew him, admired him or
appreciated him.

Nate


> Message: 10
> Date: Mon, 17 Jul 2006 12:27:33 EDT
> From: HASHBB@xxxxxxx
> Subject: [Harp-L] Sam Myers passes at 70 7-17-06

> All,
> It is with great sadness in my heart that I tell you that my good friend and
> mentor Sam Myers has passed away at the age of 70. In the past year Sam has
> fought a battle with throat cancer, and had just finally been able to go home a
> week ago. He was looking healthier than he had been in years, and he was very
> happy to be able to go home. It really seemed like he was on the mend and the
> doctors said he probably had another 15-20 years in him. That was not to be.
> This morning he began choking and after 30 minutes of working on Sam, the
> paramedics we're not able to resuscitate him. Please send out prayers to Sam's
> family and extended family members. I know there are many here who loved Sam for
> the man he was, and for his great contributions to blues music. He really
> affected me as a human being, and as a musician. I will post details of the funeral
> when they become available.
> I love you Sammy,
> GODSPEED,
> HB
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