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carmelia johnon posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, January 23, 2015
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for i only got to notice him now,but wow this was and still is my man who plays guitar and i mean plays it.youre are number one in my bokk...and ma you live forever in our hearts i can tell you were from he heart,cause you play from youre heart....and it gets me everytime lol hubert res in peace..ladycj
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carmelia johnon posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, January 23, 2015
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for i only got to notice him now,but wow this was and still is my man who plays guitar and i mean plays it.youre are number one in my bokk...and ma you live forever in our hearts i can tell you were from he heart,cause you play from youre heart....and it gets me everytime lol hubert res in peace..ladycj
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Bret Beyer posted a condolence
Friday, March 2, 2012
Rest in Peace, Hubert! Your music is one of the great gifts we have.
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Col. Lonnie Fain posted a condolence
Saturday, December 31, 2011
We miss you, Hubert. You're still the best. Rest.
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Petter posted a condolence
Friday, December 30, 2011
Hubert was and is my example. he was a great guitar player e great humam been
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Evan M posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
You may be dead but your music shall live on. When I saw you back in 2010 I was glad to see one of the masters of the blues.
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Jules posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
I will miss you Hubert
You wil live on forever with your GREAT music
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TySaud Johnson posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Mr. Sumlin was so influential in his life; he touched my soul. My condolences to the family on the passing of this musical giant!
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DIXIE posted a condolence
Sunday, December 18, 2011
YOUR SMILE & LIGHT & MUSIC
WILL LIVE ON FOREVER IN OUR
HEARTS. WE THANK GOD FOR
THE TIME WE HAD WITH YOU. NOW MAY YOU REST IN HIS
ARMS. LOVE DIXIE
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Dixie posted a condolence
Sunday, December 18, 2011
I AM DEEPLY SADDENED BY THE
LOSS OF HUBERT. I TREASURE
THE TIMES I HEARD HIM PLAY,
ONE TIME IN CLEARWATER FL
COFFEE HOUSE HE PLAYED WITH
A GROUP OF YOUNG MUSCIANS
THEY WERE SO TRILLED TO BE PLAYING WITH HUBERT THEY HAD
TEARS IN THE EYES. THAT NIGHT
THE ENERGY IN THE ROOM FROM
HUBERT PLAYING & SMILING I
TRULY FELT THIS MUST BE WHAT
HEAVEN IS LIKE. SO POWERFUL
& BEAUTIFUL, SUCH A HUMBLE
KIND MAN TO ME HE WAS THE
GREATIST GUITAR PLAY EVER.
WILL MISS YOU HUBERT
LOVE DIXIE
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mike posted a condolence
Saturday, December 17, 2011
I had the pleasure of seeing and meeting Hubert at a show in Connecticut. What a warm and special individual.
Rest in peace Hubie.
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Dawn Wallin posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
I only saw Hubert play two times...at the 2007 and 2010 Crossroads festivals. He really struck me with how happy he was up there playing. Joy radiated off of him. God bless you all.
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Steve and Pat posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Hubert was a true gentleman and wonderful guitarist. Rest in peace prayers to all of his family,
Pat & Steve
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beverly white posted a condolence
Monday, December 12, 2011
Hurbert i have many memories of you and us to gether in chicago i remember i gave you a big birthday party at kingston mines on licoln ave i remember 1 time when you were on the road you called me alot said you missed me well i got on a bus and came to Bostin Mass then we went to Colo and there ways very deep snow i didnt think me and stortie makeit up that hill we all stayed in a nice cabin the club let us all use we didnt think any 1 come but wow there was alot people there i hurt you went to heaven but i will be better as the yrs go by you be so happy knowing how many loved you and ur misic so much im glad you was picked as 1 of 100 gueater players of all time well rest in peace know i always loved you and always will god bless you my sweet angel Bev aka Lady Blues xxx
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BEVERLY WHITE posted a condolence
Sunday, December 11, 2011
there will never be another Hurbert im pound 2 had knowed him and his music touched alot of people now you are with the angels i will never for get the fun we had 2 gether and ur soft voice and your smile and grin when you entered a room you lite the room thank you mick jagger and keath richards 4 all you done 4 Hurbert he be so happy he loved his music and fans and didnt let any thing keep him from trueing and playing the great music he loved even with 1 lung he still keap going r.i.p Hurbert i love you so much always have Bev aka Lady Blues when i go sing i will do some songs for you rest my angel peace xxx
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shannon posted a condolence
Sunday, December 11, 2011
To the family of Mr.Hubert Sumlin.
On November 16,1931 80 years ago God sent an young man to share his talet with his family and the world for a little while.But on Dec.04,2011 God saw that Mr.Hubert Sumlin was in pain and call him home to be with his friends and family that has gone on before him.Now he will be back playing alone side of the other great player.REST IN PEACE MR.SUMLIN YOU ARE IN MY HEART AND PRAYERS.BE BLESS
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Boobie Auten posted a condolence
Sunday, December 11, 2011
As a child hearing the signature licks and sounds of the guitarist in certain bands, I knew he was more than a "stand out" and realized he was the powerful essence of the elevation that was delivering the goods and so he made it an easy ride.
There are bluesmen and then there are born bluesmen.
And those who know who they are "speaking" to.
I am his brother by another mother.
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Tom O'Shanick posted a condolence
Sunday, December 11, 2011
I was very fortunate to meet Hubert Sumlin while attending The Johnny (Chuck Berrys original pianist) Johnson Blues Festival in Fairmont West Virginia in the summer of 2003. I immediately fell in love with Mr. Sumlin and his stories. I asked him if it was o.k. to video him telling some of his stories and at the time I had just went back to school for digital film studies. I used the footage to practice editing techniques and what came out was a cool little short. I'd always hoped someday I could run into him again. As a bassist of 26 years myself I had a great appreciation for what he had to say that day. At the very end of the short he his seen pointing at (me) the camera and some of the live shows music fades in, at that moment he is telling me to keep pressing on and that I am "one of the best" As a musician, attending the weekend festival and meeting Mr. Sumlin will live with me forever. God Bless you and Peace be with you Hubert Sumlin. It sure was great to run into you.
Keep Rock'n!
With warm regards,
Tom O'Shanick
I put the video up on Vimeo today if anyones interested to view it: http://vimeo.com/33479659
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Mike "Swamp Rat" Russell posted a condolence
Saturday, December 10, 2011
I had the good fortune to meet Hubert on three occasions, one as an audience member and twice as an event promoter. The first time he did an event for us, he had a couple of hours to kill and my drummer (we were opening the event) managed to get Hubert to jam with us in our garage rehersal space. Hubert was warm, encoraging, open ... in short everyhting you all know he was. He befriended (alomost)everyone he ever met and I can say meeting him (and later sharing the stage at his invitation) was the high point of my life on the fringes of music. To this day, my drummer insists it was Huberts' genuine encouragement to "just play what you feel" that opened up my playing. More importantly, he opened my heart. I (and the world) will miss him.
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Mike Pasko posted a condolence
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Love ya, Hubert. Your music moves me ... all the time. I wanna be in section of heaven where they're playing the blues (gee, I hope that possible).
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Peter 'Uncle Pete' Hoff WNTI Radio posted a condolence
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Thank you Hubert, not just for your music, but for making the world around you a sweeter, gentler place. Rest in Peace.
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anthony everitt posted a condolence
Saturday, December 10, 2011
you were an insperation to many here in the uk rest in peace god bless
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BEVERLY WHITE posted a condolence
Saturday, December 10, 2011
i have alot good times with Hurbert in Chicago in late 70s and late 80s i will always remember that grin and smile the way he played i found out he died on the aol welcome screen monday im still in shock my heart go out to you Toni as im hurting as much as you but we must try 2 remember he lived along life and gave alot 2 the world i want to thank MICK JAGGER AND KEATH RICHARDS 4 paying the medical bills in 04 and 4 the funnral i wish i could come 2 the funnral but im in Joplin Mo and no money 2 come but i want you 2 know Toni i feel the same way you do im in shock we had alot great times 2 gether he was a great cook as well i remember in late 70s he call me every day when they was on tour say he missed me well i got on a bus and went to Bostin 2 meet him there after there we all went 2 colo and there was deep snow and we didnt think any 1 come 2 the show man it was packed i cant stop thanking bout him and the stuff we used 2 do plz Mick and Keath call me or email me ladyblues@aol.com 417-623-7162Toni if u need 2 talk im here 4 u as we all going though the same thing but we must put our selfs in his place would you want people crying over you if you died? no so we need 2 know he lived along life and he will truely be missed any 1 call me email me Mick and Richard my friend Suger Blue played MISS YOU harp with you guys i cant believe hes gone R.I.P LUV U 4 EVER HURBERT XXX ANY 1 NEEDS 2 TALK CALL ME EMAIL ME BEV AKA LADY BLUES XXX
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beverly white posted a condolence
Saturday, December 10, 2011
i went with Hurbert Sumlin from 75 or 76 tell 87 in chicago he will b missed by alot people he was so good 2 me and i loved that grin i remember he was a great cook as well as playing the blues im still in shock as i seen bout him on the aol welcome screen monday i am lost 4 words i do want 2 thank Migger and Keath Richards 4 paying his medical bills in 04 and 4 paying all the funnral bills that means alot 2 me bless u Toni just want 2 let u know we both r very up set but we must remember he had a long life and im sure if he knew how up set we are Toni he say dont b sad but i cant help it Mich and Keath and Toni god bless u plz email me at ladyblues@aol.com remember if u died wound u want people being up set crying? he want us 2 remember the good times we had 2 gether plz call me Toni and Mick and Keath 417-623-7162 r.i.p Hurbert i will always love you peace luv 2 all call me email me ladyblues
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john muller posted a condolence
Saturday, December 10, 2011
it has been one of my happiest of times during my life to have seen hubert on so many different stages around the region - pennsylvania - new jersey - new york - the man was mesmerizing on stage with a soulful personae - and that hubert grin - all his very own - remarkable guitarist to be sure - but a genuinely nice man - a humble man - a man of few words - but an amzing story teller - hubert loved to perform - and he adored his fans - a truely wonderful man all the way around - thanks for so many incredible memories over the years mr . sumlin - thank you for sharing your gifts with all of us
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Texas Ted Branson posted a condolence
Friday, December 9, 2011
RIP Hubert you were so kind and my life is so much richer having known you. Met you when you and the Wolf played my High School Homecoming 1968 Park Forest IL. We reconnected in Austin @ Antone's and you remembered. Your sadly missed but the joyous memories I have of all those blues nights here...God Bless.
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Mark Wallace Milich posted a condolence
Friday, December 9, 2011
Hubert, you are greatly missed. Your name is frequently spoken by your friends all over the world, well before our loss. May God bless you Hubert, as I know that He is, right now. --Marko
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Cindy posted a condolence
Friday, December 9, 2011
A more humble man could not be found. Hubert was a kind, gentle soul and I am grateful to have known him
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Walter Jr. posted a condolence
Friday, December 9, 2011
May Perpetual Light shine upon this Soul of Inspiration that calls us to Higher Love on the wings of His Music that will Resonate within us forever. Hearing Hubert helped me to throw away my pick and speak directly through fingers, from flesh to guitar to groove. Thanks for the Blessings, Hubert!
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ralph brandofino posted a condolence
Friday, December 9, 2011
RIP .... Hubert Sumlin , you changed the world!
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jos oosterhuis posted a condolence
Friday, December 9, 2011
Thankx for all your great music Hubert.
We'll never forget you.
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Z/Z Doyle posted a condolence
Friday, December 9, 2011
Thank You for the good vibes that your music provided me throough the short time I knew you. Your Legacy will live on for Eternity, as will my memories of your'smiling' face, and open arms. You have certainly earned your 'wings'. Rest In Peace My Friend!
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SteveJ posted a condolence
Friday, December 9, 2011
I never had the privledge of seeing Mr Sumlin perform, but his influence is all around it the music he recorded and inspired. Little by little these legends are passing. Renew your resolve to acknowledge them while they are still with us. Godspeed Hubert.
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Dave Edson posted a condolence
Friday, December 9, 2011
I got to see Hubert perform on stage earlier this year with Big Head Todd. After listening to him and everyone he influenced for decades, it was a pleasure and a thrill that I will never forget. Even in his "weaker" days, he was impeccably dressed and had a smile that flooded the entire room. He played the guitar and was truly alive. It was an extraordinary moment. A true living legend that. Good thing that legends live on. I am so grateful for Hubert.
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Christobal posted a condolence
Thursday, December 8, 2011
I had many intros to the Blues as a kid, from Freddy King to all the White Blues-Rockers to Mississippi Fred McDowell; but none of them hit me over the head like a two by four like Howlin' Wolf did.
And that sound that was the Wolf's was enhanced by Mr. Sumlin. Thank you for the wonderful noises you made, my great man. Thank you forever.
Christobal, Plano, Texas
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Danyelle Dyer posted a condolence
Thursday, December 8, 2011
It saddens me so...I will miss you so...Your smile....Your upllifting spirit...And your story telling...Making yourself very winded before you
perform...lol!...That made me smile!!!...It was an honor and blessing
to know you!...Rest In Love...Mr.Hubert Sumlin...Toye and Danyelle
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charles bastian posted a condolence
Thursday, December 8, 2011
a giant of the music world is lost.you will be missed.my heart and thoughts go out to the Sumlin family
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Daniel Honan posted a condolence
Thursday, December 8, 2011
We sure had a good time in that ragtop mustang with Rickey and Spears that fine day. You will be missed, R.I.P
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Denny Rauen posted a condolence
Thursday, December 8, 2011
You put the "Special" into guitar and I can't thank you enough. You will be missed......
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Mark,Dianne and McKenna posted a condolence
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Thanks for all the music little Hubert,say Hi to Howlin" for us;God Bless
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Jeff Douglas posted a condolence
Thursday, December 8, 2011
First saw Hubert with Howlin' Wolf in 1973 at Max's Kansas City-a night I will never forget!
Thank you for the music, and may your spirit shine forever
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Duane Eddy posted a condolence
Thursday, December 8, 2011
An inspiration to many, many guitar players.
Rest in peace, Mr. Sumlin.
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Brenda Walker posted a condolence
Thursday, December 8, 2011
The Walker and Wright Family will miss you. Milwaukee WI
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marilyn jasper posted a condolence
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Such a beautiful soul!You will always be a lovely memory.
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marilyn jasper posted a condolence
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Such a beautiful soul!You will always be a lovely memory.
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Ricky Gordon posted a condolence
Thursday, December 8, 2011
...Hubert Sumlin, a beautiful soul. You will always be remembered!
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shein die posted a condolence
Thursday, December 8, 2011
I met him in his dressing room at King Biscuit Blues Fest this past October, in Helena AK - he joked, chatted and then shook the hand of his friend, Little Howlin' Wolf who had just walked in... suddenly, they both broke out in song :D ... Mr. Sumlin is/was the kindest, warmest and most talented of all... sorely missed, always remembered... Blessed be he
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Ben Elliott posted a condolence
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Beside being the originator of the classic blues guitar riffs often copied by all the greats, you were the sweetest man I ever met. Your big smile, the twinkle in your eyes and your mischievous charm will never be forgotten. I feel blessed to have known you. God bless you , rest in peace Hubert
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KEY posted a condolence
Thursday, December 8, 2011
SEEING HIM PERFOFRM SEVERAL TIMES, I CAN HONESTLY SAY THAT I NEVER SAW A MAN LOOK HAPPIER WHILE WORKING. OBVIOUSLY, A LIFE WELL SPENT.
R.I.P.
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Manny posted a condolence
Thursday, December 8, 2011
I'm going to miss you partner. I met you almost twenty five years ago playing your guitar beneath a grape vine. From that day on we became friends forever.I will especially miss that infectious laugh of yours. I will truly miss you as a friend and musician.
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Pat Shanley posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Years ago a friend and myself went to see Mr. Sumlin at a show in Dearborn, Mi. Both of us were huge Howlin Wolf fans and we were excited to finally get to see the guitarist who was so integral to Wolf's sound. We were NOT dissappointed. After the show Mr. Sumlin was so gracious and kind sigining autographs and giving out hugs to the many who came to see him. I count myself to be one of the lucky ones who got that hug. Being a guitarist myself I know I can never sound like Hubert and would never try to but I remain hugely inluenced by his singular style. RIP,Hubert. Give the Wolf my regards.
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Longtime Fan posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
One by one, the old guards of the blues are being called up to the Big Jam in the Sky...Hubert was an ICON...his signature guitar sound was just priceless.
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Dennis Maloney posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Thanks for all of the great music, Hubert. You will be missed, man.
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Eric and Robin - Robin's Nest Rhythm and Blues posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
RIP - Mr. Sumlin. Your legacy shall live forever.
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Stephanie Morabito posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
I never had the opportunity to meet Hubert in person, but I feel I got to know him through ToniAnn... so much love, respect and adoration for such a talented man. Rest in Peace now Hubert - Your smile, music and heart of Gold will live on forever - especially through Toni. xo
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Richard "Hollywood" Cervone posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Hubert. You had a signature sound. You had a signature smile. Your sound will echo on forever and lift the souls of all those fans you touched. And you touched many. But to those lucky enough to have enjoyed your presence, it will be that warm smile to make our hearts soar even higher. God bless you for sharing your gifts. Rest In Peace
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anon. posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
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anon. posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
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"Sister" posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
R.I.P. Hubert, you became such a big part of our family. I am going to miss our talks and seeing you at dinner almost every night. Our hearts are broken, you were truly loved. I know you are with your Rocky now.
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jim nora valerie posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Hubert, your memories will be forever etched in our hearts.May you rest in peace.
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Gerri Malone posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Was blessed have have seen you perform on more than one occassion! God bless and keep you! RIP
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Ken posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Thank you so much for your music. I just can't get Killing Floor out of my head!
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Janese Baket posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
R.I.P. Mr. Hubert Sumlin. I will never forget seeing you play at the Miramar in Milwaukee. It was the same night as Shemekia Copeland's wedding so you were running a little late but for me it was well worth the wait. I never forgot your performance and had hoped to see you again one day. The world was blessed to have you. You will be missed by many. My condolences to your manager and all your family and many friends.
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Tom Holland posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Hubert, I'm very blessed and lucky to have shared many great times with you, and to have you in my life. My life is richer having you in it, and your memory will live on in me forever.
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Daphne Barber posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
"That's Right!"
This little light of mine,
I'm going to let it shine
Oh, this little light of mine
I'm gonna let it shine
Hallelujah
This little light of mine
I'm gonna let it shine
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine...
Amen
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Ed Spinelli posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Hubert is the most wonderful man with the most wonderful spirit that I have ever had the honor of meeting. I was drawn in by his God given talents and never thought that only his personality could overshadow them. He is a saint now and I will always hold our couple meetings deep in my heart - I love you Hubert Sumlin - thank you for making the world a better place
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Tamara Guo posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
I only had the privilege of meeting Hubert once in person, but during that special evening in 2007 the sparkle in Hubert's eyes, his genuine smile and down to earth kindness made me love him all the more. His music and his spirit will live on through the music he passed down to all of us. My condolences to everyone who knew & loved this true gentle soul and God Bless Toni Ann for all she has done and continues to do. xx Blue Lena
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Donna posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Gonna really miss you Hubert. You were a beautiful person & you had such an amazing life. I remember all the stories you told me about your time growing up. I especially remember when we talked about angels :). I'm so glad you got to meet Shawn. You noticed the difference & that made my heart sing. Sammy will miss you too......thank you for being part of our family. I know you are watching us up there; smiling as always & I know you will watch over my aunt ToniAnn. She loved you so much - as we all did. I always told you were named after the patron saint of animals - St. Hubert. You are a saint to me & I'm sure a beautiful angel now.
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Barbara Hammerman posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Hubert gave us the most special of all gifts. Yes, of course, we all know he was a stellar musician. His performances lit up the stage. He was awarded high recognition by many. All this I will remember, but what I shall treasure always is that beaming smile: The one that greeted me, and everyone, in a way that made you feel that you were exactly the person he was waiting to see at that very moment. His contagious zest for life made it impossible to be anything but joyful in his presence. So many stories, but among the more recent: In early 2010, sitting with Hubert stageside at Great American Music Hall (San Francisco) during concert for the Scott Rosenbaum/Joseph White film “Once & For All�, Toni Ann signaled that Hubert’s moment to go onstage arrived. He turns to me, pats my hand and says,
“Now, don’t go nowhere, I’ll be right back!� With Hubert, it wasn’t just a passing statement. He looked you in the eye and meant it. . Each delicious encounter with
Hubert was like that. That’s the way he seemed to face life: He looked life in the eye, and meant every note. — I am so grateful for every smile, every hug, every note he gave me-and everyone. Love always, and wherever. See ya later , friend. Barbara
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Rochelle Rivera posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
He put a smile on anyone's face who had the pleasure of knowing. Hubert you will be greatly missed and remembered fondly by Me,Mom and especially Aly...(11) She said " Awww,he was such a sweet man". Rest in Peace. xo
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nina valboa posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
You will be forever missed and forever loved Hubert
Love Nina, Mark and Willem
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GREGORY ERCOLINO posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
MISTER HUBERT...TOO SOON GONE... BREAK A LEG !
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Barbara Byrne posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
The light that shines on you will never fade away. God Bless!!
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