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jazmaan
Fifth Love
USA
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 Posted - 13/08/2006 : 19:33:38
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It was indeed a lovely, fitting and touching send-off. Without going into too many details, I just have to comment on the fact that the church had a high arch over the podium where a quote from Jesus was permanently inscribed in gold leaf lettering:
"A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another"
As you all know, Arthur ended each show on his last tour with those very words "Love One Another"!
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Paul Body
First Love
USA
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Posted - 14/08/2006 : 06:03:05
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Went to Arthur Lee's Homegoing today (Saturday August 12). Somehow in my mind that sounds better than a funeral. Anyway the weather was steaming and the little chapel was filled with family, friends and fans. The casket was upfront with his trade mark top hat sitting on top of it, surrounded by various pictures of Arthur in his glory. The preacher made a few remarks and then Arthur's guitarist from Memphis did a beautiful version of "Andmoreagain", she did a great job and got a well deserved round of applause. it was quite emotional. More talk from the preacher and then it was time for remarks from people who knew Arthur from childhood, some of the memories were real funny, some were so Arthur, see he was Arthur even then. One guy remembered Arthur's mother being beautiful like a movie star and a maker of great biscuits. Vince a long time musical buddy, sort of rambled but you could tell his heart was into it. Miss Mercy from the GTOS came up and spoke about the wild and crazy side of Arthur, that needed to be heard too. Leon Hendrix, Jimi's brother spoke about how Arthur encouraged him to play guitar. Johnny Echols came out and spoke of a friendship that spanned a lifetime, you could tell that he was broken up. It was good to see the cats from Baby Lemonade there. The Preacher came out again and told a joke that was pretty funny about how Arthur always landed on his feet. Arthur's manager came on and read a letter from Diane Lee and the letter said how much he loved everyone especially the cats in Baby Lemonade. After the the services were over, we filed out to follow Arthur up the hill to be buried. Doves were released as the casket was lowered and the first dove representing Arthur was kind of stubborn. HOW FITTING. It finally took off and the others followed. As I was walking back to my car, I spied the lawyer who got Arthur out of jail, I thanked him and shook his hand. He and his son, James looked totally devasted bu the whole affair. After the burial there was a little get together at Lucy's El Adobe, I guess Arthur had been there many times in the past 40 years. Here is what Lucy had to say about Arthur.
"Arthur Lee was our friend
actually he was part of
Lucy's Al Adobe family
We were blessed to be part
of brief life
for over 40 years
We will miss his sweet, sweet smile
his gentle soft voice
and especially his loving heart
When look at the night sky,
we will see him, he will be
the brightest, twinkling star smiling
at us from God's great heaven
Adios querido Arthur
Always in our hearts
Lucy y Patty Casado
Augosto 2006
Well folks that about says it all. Bryan Maclean's mother Elizabeth and Michael Stuart-Ware were at the funeral but didn't make it to Lucy's.
Let Arthur have the last words
"GOTTA GO BUT I'LL SEE YOU AGAIN"
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thenewguy
Second Love
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Posted - 14/08/2006 : 19:54:45
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Originally posted by Paul Body
Went to Arthur Lee's Homegoing today (Saturday August 12). Somehow in my mind that sounds better than a funeral. Anyway the weather was steaming and the little chapel was filled with family, friends and fans. The casket was upfront with his trade mark top hat sitting on top of it, surrounded by various pictures of Arthur in his glory. The preacher made a few remarks and then Arthur's guitarist from Memphis did a beautiful version of "Andmoreagain", she did a great job and got a well deserved round of applause. it was quite emotional. More talk from the preacher and then it was time for remarks from people who knew Arthur from childhood, some of the memories were real funny, some were so Arthur, see he was Arthur even then. One guy remembered Arthur's mother being beautiful like a movie star and a maker of great biscuits. Vince a long time musical buddy, sort of rambled but you could tell his heart was into it. Miss Mercy from the GTOS came up and spoke about the wild and crazy side of Arthur, that needed to be heard too. Leon Hendrix, Jimi's brother spoke about how Arthur encouraged him to play guitar. Johnny Echols came out and spoke of a friendship that spanned a lifetime, you could tell that he was broken up. It was good to see the cats from Baby Lemonade there. The Preacher came out again and told a joke that was pretty funny about how Arthur always landed on his feet. Arthur's manager came on and read a letter from Diane Lee and the letter said how much he loved everyone especially the cats in Baby Lemonade.
Actually, Arthur singled Mike Randle out, by name, a few times, referencing a book that he had wanted to give to Mike. As I recollect that was the only really personal reachout Arthur gave, through, Diane. I think it says a lot about the relationship between those two men, and if Arthur felt that way, it's time some of you here let it go too... |
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kdion11
Old Love
USA
552 Posts |
Posted - 14/08/2006 : 20:20:35
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Originally posted by John E
Hi Gill,
I was going to say exactly the same thing thing about Michael's post, but you said it first. I'm personally so happy that Love were able to remain forever a cult band. Love, John E
KD: My own 2 cents ? LOVE were the ULTIMATE (!) cult band.
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LeeRob
Fifth Love
397 Posts |
Posted - 14/08/2006 : 20:52:33
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Thenewguy,
Thank you!
Truer words have never been spoken.
amen and AMEN!
Lee |
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MikeP
Fifth Love
406 Posts |
Posted - 15/08/2006 : 02:47:10
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miss mercy
First Love
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Posted - 16/08/2006 : 18:27:57
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| This was a heart breaking experience I gave a little speech, saw people I knew with Arthur,Still am going through would have should have could have Miss Mercy |
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miss mercy
First Love
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Posted - 16/08/2006 : 18:29:53
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| This was a heart breaking experience I gave a little speech, saw people I knew with Arthur,Still am going through would have should have could have Miss Mercy |
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Burial-Forrest Lawn-Hollywood Hills Cemetery LA
