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Boots Randolph Obituary
Randolph suffered a cerebral hemorrhage June 25 and had been in a coma. He was taken off a respirator earlier Tuesday, said Betty Hofer, a publicist and spokeswoman for the family.
Randolph played regularly in Nashville nightclubs for 30 years, becoming a tourist draw for the music-obsessed city, much like Wayne Newton in Las Vegas and Pete Fountain in New Orleans.
He recorded more than 40 albums and spent 15 years touring with the Festival of Music, teaming with fellow instrumentalists Chet Atkins and Floyd Cramer.
As a session musician, he played on Elvis Presley's ''Return to Sender,'' Roy Orbison's ''Oh, Pretty Woman,'' Brenda Lee's ''Rockin' Round the Christmas Tree'' and ''I'm Sorry,'' REO Speedwagon's ''Little Queenie,'' Al Hirt's ''Java'' and other songs including ones by Buddy Holly and Johnny Cash.
In 1963 he had his biggest solo hit, ''Yakety Sax,'' which he wrote.
'''Yakety Sax' will be my trademark,'' Randolph said in a 1990 Associated Press interview. ''I'll hang my hat on it. It's kept me alive. Every sax player in the world has tried to play it. Some are good, some are awful.''
''Yakety Sax'' was the name of one of his gold albums and was the theme song for the TV program ''The Benny Hill Show'' more than two decades after the tune was on the charts.
Randolph continued to perform a limited schedule until his death. He had a dozen 2007 performances scheduled across the United States.
''Every time I pick the horn up, it's more intriguing to me,'' he said in 1990. ''It satisfies my desire to do whatever I do.''
Survivors include his wife, a son, a daughter and four grandchildren.
Funeral services were incomplete.
Copyright © 2007 The Associated Press
148 Entries
Doug Howard
May 31, 2025
My favorite Boots quote: Ralph Emory had Boots on Nashville Now program. Ralph said to Boots "you must practice a lot to sound so good". Boots said "I practiced a lot when I first started, but I just play now".
Jerry Mazzarella
October 23, 2024
I worked on and played guitar on Printers Alley with the late Billy Nelson (Willie's son) in the late 1980s. We hung out with spoke and joked with Boots daily who often invited us into his place for complimentary drinks and dinner. He was one of the finest people I've ever known.
Elizabeth Gnazzo
July 2, 2024
Visited Nashville at age 11 with my parents, we went to Boots' club to see him play one night. There was a heckler in the audience who was getting a little salty, and Boots shushed him, pointing to me in the audience, and telling him to behave himself (embarrassing for me, but hopefully more so for the heckler.)
It was a wonderful show, and he could not have been more kind to a little girl who truly enjoyed his music...Boots and his love of music will forever be in my heart.
Waldo Weathers
June 9, 2024
I own one of his horns, he also made me a country sax star in Dallas Tx. Waldo The Country sax. One night with him changed my life! RIP my friend
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Leonard Cabana
November 27, 2023
Since the age of 13 listened to Boots playing on Monument Records. Bought my first Selmer Tenor Sax at 19 Years old after playing an old Alto Buffet Crampon used. He inspired me and still have his long play 33 records. A great musician. Play your horn in Heaven along with your wife Dee .
David Sandidge
July 29, 2023
It's been just over sixteen years since Boots left us for home, and we still miss him. He was and will always be unique - a one-of-a-kind musician and entertainer. He was a husband, a father and grandfather, as well as a great friend to many. The world never heard such a warmth and soulful tone from a brass instrument before he came along, and, I suppose, it will never will again. The mold was broken after he passed on. Thanks for the memories, Boots. We all hope to see you when we too head home.
Toni Randolph Madden
December 19, 2020
I always heard growing up that my father was a cousin to Boots, his name was William Randolph. My son has been doing Ancestry and found Boots in our tree so we now know it’s true. I emailed Boots a few years before his passing and he returned it and said he’d forgotten a lot and apologized. I was excited to get the email and I wish I’d kept it to show my boys. I’m trying to find out what high school he graduated from in Evansville, IN. Any information you can give me would be appreciated, I wasn’t close with my father after the age of 14 so I was left with questions.. Thank you and condolences to the family. I lost my mother in May of ‘07 so I didn’t really take time to send condolences.
Alec Mckelvey
July 24, 2016
Boots,
Want to thank you for signing my double album an a dinner concert in Sturgis, Michigan about 30 years ago.
RIP oh great one,
Alec
Boots Kilby
April 20, 2016
One of my all time favorite entertainers ever.
Glenn Parkhurst
October 17, 2014
Bootse
You are the MAN!
Glenn Madison
August 26, 2013
I'm sending late condolences to the Boots Randolph Family because I just became aware of his death. I thank him for playing on several records by the Delcos in 1963 of which I was a member. Thanks Boot's , and one day, we'll meet again, I'm sure.
Shirley Sweet
January 7, 2013
Thank you for the pleasure you gave us!
March 17, 2010
For Boots...
To this day you and
Roy Orbison are
forever linked.
WEEP NOT FOR ME
Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.
Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.
I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.
Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.
Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.
Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.
© Joe Fazio
~
[email protected] /Joe Fazio,
Beverly Hills, California
Noel Sweeney
January 4, 2010
I have been listening to Boots playing Saxaphone since 1969 and I have the highest admiration for his exquisite talent. He has been my inspiration and I have learned so much from listening to his outstanding playing. He is a legend!
Carlos McDonald
January 11, 2008
At one time I thought I was a good sax player until I heard boots play some 25 years ago in Evanville IND. After hearing him play I went back and started over-- what talent-- Boots must of had direct contact with the man upstairs because I could tell it came from the heart and was a gift from God.
molly conn
January 8, 2008
Still in our thoughts. God bless you and your family Boots. Thank you for the music. RIP>
Gabbi Cunningham
January 1, 2008
I'm a saxophonist myself, and I have always looked up to Randolph- even before I knew his name. I had heard Yakety Sax and it made me smile to think that maybe, just maybe someday I could be that good. I will always look up to him as an inspiration to keep playing Orlean, my tenor sax. He was a worthy legend to musicians everywhere. I can only hope to someday play half as good as he was.
A friend, Fan, & Player His fan for 42 years
December 8, 2007
An absolute must for all the Musical Halls Of Fame,NASHVILLE. Have all his music, play with it to this day, modeled my style after his, but there was only one Boots Randolph. I am so glad we were able to see him in Pigion Forge when he was here last. There were some greats, but he was The Greatest. My dearest wishes for his family and friends. A singer sings, yes? But someone that can evoke the scope of emotion through a sax like he did was nothing short of a gift to us all.
Dan Wesson
December 8, 2007
Dad introduced me to his music as a 12 yr-old. Played with him years later when at the W.P.B FL Auditorium, when touring with Chet Atkins & Floyd Cramer and others through the years. Don't believe there will ever be someone that can express emotion through a Sax as sweetly as he did. His ability to gently touch the mind, or rush pure emotion and intensity through all your senses was one of a kind. God Bless Him, all his family. He will be missed, but his music and memories will not.
Glenn Kennedy
December 7, 2007
I first met Boots in 1972 at his club and was amazed of his talent. A truly incredible sax player and a wonderful person. He has been a inspiration to my playing ever since.
Raymond S Horspool
October 22, 2007
I'M sorry to find out that Boots passed away. He was and is a great Sax player and he will surely be missed. I love playing along with him on my saxophone, I only wish I was as good as him. God bless your family.
Ken Santorello
October 17, 2007
A wonderful tribute to the greatest sax player I ever heard. I grew up listening to your music since I was 8 years old now I'm 50 and still listening. Thanks for the inspiration to play my sax. Boots'the next song will be for you.
Bubba Smith
September 11, 2007
Being somewhat of a saxophonist myself,I always said that if I could get to be just HALF as good as Boots,then I'd have something.God be with the Randolphs as I know they miss him dearly.We will all miss him.
Lonni Lybarger
July 30, 2007
My husband and I have known Boots for years and both loved him dearly. Boots helped us celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary many years ago and we had since become good friends. He laughingly said those many years ago, "We'll do this again on your 50th". How we looked forward to that, however, my husband went to heaven before that ever happened. But Boots remained a dear friend and always a true gentlemen. Once, after Gordy had gone, when he came to our town, he played "Stardust" for my husband, Gordy, and I. I shall treasure those memories forever. What a treasure!
I feel comforted as I am sure that my Gordy met him at the Heavenly Gates.
Sincerest sympathy to Dee and your whole family.
Yvonne
July 17, 2007
I always wanted to see Boots live and in concert. Now I will have to wait until I get to heaven. Anyone with that talent on the sax has got to be in heaven.
Neil Cacciottolo
July 17, 2007
To The Family of "Boots" Randolph:
I was out of town when I heard of Boots' death. I recently have had the honor of producing a CD that highlighted Boots and other musicians from an earlier era. Great man to have known and to have worked with. He will be sorely missed. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this time.
Andy Klaehn
July 13, 2007
It is so nice to know that the 'one and only' Boots was loved by so many people..I have been a fan for over 30 years..he accepted a random phone call I made to his club one time (on a bet that he would not come to the phone)..we talked about the saxophone and music, and it was just like talking to someone you had always known..what a gentleman, and amazing saxophonist! There will never be another Boots..
Jean & Jerry Wacksman
July 13, 2007
Our sincerest sympathy to the family of the greatest sax player this planet has ever known. I was never honored to meet Boots, but I always wanted to tell him in person that he was an "American Treasure". We will miss him, but his music lives on as a legacy for generations of music lovers to come. May the Heavens enjoy our loss.
Caroline Palka
July 12, 2007
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carolyn Palka
July 12, 2007
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jerry Mazza
July 11, 2007
I am a 53 year old physician in Tennessee and have been a fan of Boots since I was 16 and played sax in the high school band. I have had the honor to have seen Boots twice in concert with Floyd Cramer and Chet Atkins. I also saw him perform twice at his club in Nashville. I will always cherish those memories. He was truly a class act. I sincerely hope I hear him again in the great by and by. I am sure God likes to hear little Yakity Sax now and then.
Kevin Aucoin
July 11, 2007
Boots was my Idol I started playing Sax when I was 6 and he is the reason for me playing and being in awe of him. The biggest thrill ever was seeing him for the 1st time at his club in Printer's alley and meeting him in Mass at a Jimmy Sturr Xmas show he is the best EVER!! and I will miss him always. I will play his music forever he had the best tone on the Tenor Sax Ever!! I hope your family puts your horns in the hall of fame you should be there in Nashville and Cleveland.
Please rest in peace Boots your sax buddy Kevin
Paul golda
July 10, 2007
I'm 60 years old and started to listen to Boots when I was 16. He was always my idol. What a class act. surely miss you. rest in peace.
dave nicely
July 9, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Pam Simmons
July 9, 2007
My daddy passed away when I was only six,so I don't have many memories of him.However,I'd always heard that he was a huge Boots Randolph fan. On behalf of my father, Charles Felder,I extend my sympathies to the Randolph family.
Austin Roberts
July 9, 2007
Being a Sax man myself, my idol was always Boots Randolph. My online s/n is Yaketysax. I have an autographed picture of "Mr. Sax" Boots Randolph on my den wall. He was the greatest. My condolences to his family and may God Bless.
Kevin Aucoin
July 9, 2007
To the Randolph family,
Boots to me was the greatest Sax player EVER!!! My Dad who passed away in 1992 was a big fan of your and he turned me on to Boots. I finally met him in 1990 at his club in Printer's alley, and several times here in Mass with Jimmy Sturr. He signed his new cd to my best fan ever and I gave him a tape of the Boston Pops he played in 1972 he Loved it. I will play your music forever Boots Please rest in peace and God Bless your family your my special sax buddy I Love You.
Kevin Aucoin
Kevin Aucoin
July 9, 2007
To the Randolph family,
Boots to me was the greatest Sax player EVER!!! My Dad who passed away in 1992 was a big fan of yours and he turned me on to Boots. I finally met him in 1990 at his club in Printer's alley, and several times here in Mass with Jimmy Sturr. He signed his new cd to my best fan ever and I gave him a tape of the Boston Pops he played in 1972 he Loved it. I will play your music forever Boots Pleas rest in pease and God Bless your family your my special sax buddy I Love You.
Kevin Aucoin
KIM GARRETT
July 8, 2007
WHEN I WAS A LITTLE GIRL MY PARENTS HAD THE YAKETY SAX ALBUM AND I WOULD CALL MY GRANDPARENTS & ASK IF THEY WANTED ME TO PUT THEM ON A SHOW. THEY WOULD COME TO OUR HOUSE AND I WOULD DANCE TO THE WHOLE ALBUM. MY SISTER STEPPED ON THE ALBUM AND BROKE IT AND MY HEART. MANY YEARS LATER A FRIEND OF MINE FOUND ME ANOTHER RECORD AT A FLEA MARKET. JUST LIKE THE ONE I HAD AS A LITTLE GIRL. I CHERISH IT, NOT JUST BECAUSE OF THE MEMORIES IT BRINGS BACK, BUT I LOVE BOOTS RANDOLPH!!!! MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Shirley sorrell
July 8, 2007
i atteded "Singing on the mountain" and enjoyed Mr Randolph so much. He was real blessing to my sister who was with me as she has just lost her husband. She went and bought his cd and had him autograph it. I do have some pictures I took of him if the family would like [email protected]
Herb Teitgen
July 8, 2007
I send my sympathies to the Randolph family and friends with the loss of such a special and dear person. The music world has lost one of the really great musicians. Boots had style, musicianship, technique, tone and the emotional quality in his playing that grabbed you and got to your heart. We will miss him but his music lives on in our LP, tape and CD collections. How fitting that the King of the sax played several numbers with the other King.
Otis Smith
July 8, 2007
To the Randolph family we send our condolences,May God be with you.Thank you "Boots" for the great Sound on Arabia-1963-Showcase.You were the Best-God Speed, The Delcos.
Irene B. Francis
July 8, 2007
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Richard L Ball
July 8, 2007
Boots, I am a common man that enjoyed good music. you are at rest now. no more pain or worries. I just lost my wife May 11th.May God take care of both of you. Richard Ball. llinois
Suzy Hoke
July 8, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Hubert Talley
July 8, 2007
I'm just another sax man who was greatly impressed and influenced by both his pop efforts as well as his ability to play serious jazz. Thanks Boots, I'll cherish your autographed LPs and CDs for the rest of my life.
RITA DOBSON
July 8, 2007
MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO BOOTS FAMILY.HE WAS A LEGEND AND NO ONE CAN REPLACE HIM.GOD NEEDED A SAX PLAYER FOR HIS HEAVENLY BAND. GOD BLESS!!
GORDON DISNEY
July 7, 2007
When I was a teenager in Baltimore Maryland we did a dance called "THE LORENZO STOMP" to the yakkity sax song. To this day I will always remember that fun time and it was because of Boots' Thanks for the memories Boots and rest in peace. My condolences to the family.
Antone Matteliano
July 7, 2007
Boots, Thank you for the many years of pleasure listning to you play. You are the tops. Now you will play for the Angels.
Lane Baker
July 7, 2007
Boots, we will miss you greatly. I enjoyed our laughs and times while together at the Excalibur Classic Chairty events. Thank you for being such a caring and generous person in so many ways.
Trecia and Fred Freeman
July 7, 2007
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
G. L. T.
July 7, 2007
One of the earthly greats...His contribution to music has made him immortal. God gives him eternity.
Margaret Burcky
July 7, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Randolph family...Peace be with you
Christina Burdick maiden name was Williams
July 7, 2007
I was a child when I met you in the early 60's. I really don't remember much other than knowing my father played with you in the beginning as well as another friend in Evansville, IN. I cherish my 45's and my favorite is still "Windy & Warm". My father Rex played with you on that one and I thank you for giving me one of the only treasures I have of you both. Your music will be remembered forever and so will you, God Bless Your Family. Rest in peace Mr. Randolph.
Louise Wisinski
July 7, 2007
Oh, this shockes me so! My husband and I were to see Boots this August. I was so excited, now I am so sad. To his family, my deepest sympathies..
CAROL & DICK MARKS
July 6, 2007
We enjoyed seeing you on nashville
now when it was still on the.You
were a very talented man.I even have your YAKKITY YAK ALBUM ON
33 1/3.it was great.also your CD.
Your family has our condolences.
robert schlorff
July 6, 2007
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE RANDOLPH FAMILY. 'boots" was the greatest. i have a bunch of his 33 1/3 r.p.m. records and they still get a lot of playing. i'm sure he will be playing music with the angels up above. he will never be replaced.
July 6, 2007
LOVE U'R MUSIC,
Andrew Glendon Jr.
July 6, 2007
Sorry, to see that you are up above, but they need somemore music and humor "UP THERE" We will all sadly miss you, but we have your albums, and cassettes. I came to Nashville to see you, you were the beat! My wife has gone to heaven too! in 2004. I had my own band for 30 years AND I also collected piano tuning jobs, and I saw you on the NJ TURNPIKE, I was a toll collector for 40 years ,I now
am retied but still play my organ, thank You for all the years of GLORY!!!!!! Andrew Glendon Jr. God Bless, You and AMERICA
Christine Newberry (Zemanek)
July 6, 2007
Everytime I hear your music I think of my father who passed. He was your biggest fan (a sax player as well) and I grew up listening to you music since I was a little girl. I hope the both of you are playing beautiful music together. God Bless.
Terry & Jim Sweasy
July 6, 2007
Thank You Boots!! It was a priviledge and an honor to have performed with you. You gave me my sense of self worth in music and life in general. You made me feel like I was always a member of the group and Jim and I will miss you always. You personafide the term
"Gentle-man". Our condolences to Randy, and all of his other family members and our "Thanks" for sharing him with the world.
elizabeth perez
July 6, 2007
Deepset symathy to the Randolph family.He truly was one of the greats.I am blessed to have one of his records.I will cherish it always.
Elizabeth
Susan H
July 6, 2007
While you are mourning the loss of a loved one, others are rejoicing to meet them behind the veil.
Bill Oeth
July 6, 2007
I grew up admiring "The Man". I played the sax and could appreciate the greatness of Boots. It was also nice to know he grew up in these neck of the woods. God Bless you and your family.
Johnny Karas and Liz
July 6, 2007
We have had the privilege of knowing "boots" the man. I have had the honor of performing alongside him for the past few years. Most recently in May 2007 at the Nashville Palace...playing the Tennesse Waltz on tenor sax with the man I looked up to as a young aspiring musician. The Jimmy Sturr Band will cherish the memories. Liz and I will cherish his kindness and friendship. May he rest in peace in the glory of our Lord.
Jeanette Fisher
July 6, 2007
My mother which is deceased now always enjoyed Mr. Randolph's music. His music was beautiful. So sorry for your loss...
J. Corry
July 6, 2007
We've all lost a true legend.
I can't tell you how much I enjoyed the music of Boots Randolf.
I went to two of his concerts with "Chet & Floyd"...even went backstage to meet him and get his autograph.
He was a gracious man and a GREAT entertainer.
Dave Watts
July 6, 2007
We lost a man who could make the sax talk!!!! who is going to be greatly missed. I grew up with his 331/3's,great loss!!!
Steven Pill
July 6, 2007
Spent July 4th at work,listening to Boots & reflecting on how much his music has mean't to me.Fortunately I got to see him in concert 2 times way back when,along with Floyd Cramer,,who was originally from my hometown of Huttig).Saddened me immensly to hear of Boot's passing but he'll live on forever through his music.All my prayers & condolences to his family.
R.I.P. Homer Louis Randolph,I know you're Yakety Saxin all our lost ones in Heaven Forever.
Carol Colbert
July 6, 2007
My husband and I have enjoy his music for years, we are so sorry for your lost of a special loved one.
Jean Alligood-Dorsey
July 6, 2007
May God Continue to keep you all in His Loving Arms and give you Comfort in the days to come. My Deepest Sympathy.
Freddy Helm
July 6, 2007
I met Boots many years ago. He was a gracious man, and so nice to me. I was in awe, because I have tried to play his "style" of Sax for years. He WAS the MAN. So sorry he is gone. I will always treasure his music, and the concerts I attended of his. The Ambassador of The Sax is gone.
ALMA RENNER
July 5, 2007
TO THE FAMILY OF BOOTS RANDOLPH-
MAY GOD BE WITH YOU
SINCERELY,
MS.ALMA RENNER
SACRAMENTO CALIFORNIA
D. Barnes
July 5, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
SONNY ATTENIESE
July 5, 2007
BOOTS,YOU GAVE ME AND MANY,MANY MORE GREAT PLEASURE IN LISTENING TO THE GREATEST SAX PLAYER EVER.THANKS. HOPE TO SEE YOU UP THERE WITH ALL THE OTHER GREATS,SAVE ME A GOOD SEAT.
Dafford Brewster
July 5, 2007
I have enjoyed Boot's music over the years. I last saw him at Legion Town, Ala. two years ago. His sax was as mellow then as when I first heard him. Rest in peace, great one
Bobby Lofton
July 5, 2007
I have been a Boots fan since I started playing sax 40 years ago. Boy, if I could play as half as good as he could. I had my picture taken 2 years ago with Boots. It was priceless then and especially now after his death. I will never forget Boots as well as the other Nashville muscians that have gone on.
R J
July 5, 2007
I was sorry to hear of the passing of Boots. My Mother LOVED his music, and I also enjoyed listening to his albums growing up. I hope you are playing music for my Mom in heaven!
Mary Helen Saunders
July 5, 2007
The first time I saw Boots Randolph was at The Carousel. He and Chet Atkins, Floyd Cramer and Skeeter Davis performed at a benefit. I have been a Boots fan ever since. I have played sax for over 30 years myself and can really appreciate what a great sax man Boots was.
Ernie and Carroll RIND
July 5, 2007
Rest in peace Boots Randolph...We have enjoyed years of your wonderful happy sax music.
MARY ANN PATTON
July 5, 2007
A GREAT PERSON AND TALENTED MUSICIAN HAS DIED, BUT HIS MUSIC WILL LIVE ON FOREVER. WE'LL MISS
YOU, BOOTS...
Debbie Lawson
July 5, 2007
When I was growing up, my grandmother listened to Boots Randolph - almost only Botts Randolph. I would hear this great music and much later found out "THAT was Boots Randolph"! An incredible musician and I can see why my grandmother enjoyed it so much. My heart goes out to the family of this amazing man (gone but not forgotten) - a wonderful and remarkable legend.
Tom Pillion
July 5, 2007
I always liked and respected Boots Randolph and his talent, but I never knew, until I read his obituary, that he was the sideman responsible for the classic sax sound that defined some of my very favorite 60's songs, such as "I'm Sorry," "Return To Sender," "Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree," and "Oh, Pretty Woman." Thank you, Boots, and may you rest in peace. God bless you and your family.
Stephen Saucedo
July 5, 2007
The music world has lost a towering legend. Boots Randolph’s influence on so many genres – Country, Rockabilly, R&B, and Rock and Roll – is estimable. He helped define – and put his stamp upon -- the cumulative sound of his generation.
We always associate the ‘music from Heaven’ to be full and uplifting. That’s because it’s got folks like Boots, Beverly Sills and Bill Pinckney, all of whom we lost this week, to give it that soulful sound. Our lives are richer for them and the ‘music’ we hear from now one will ring from them.
Lawrence Barrier
July 5, 2007
I grew up listentng to Boots Randolph and have collected a lot of his music. He will be missed by me as well as many other fans.
Heather Campbell
July 5, 2007
I remember my parents having his records when I was a kid and the Oldsmobiles my dad drove as company cars always had one of his songs on the demonstration tapes for the 8-track players in the cars. I used to listen to his music when we'd drive across country.
Judy Workman
July 5, 2007
What a talent. He will be missed! I grew up hearing him and marveling at his talents. God Bless you in your sorrow and may he rest in peace.
Dot Bast
July 5, 2007
My father bought me the "Yakety Sax" album when I started playing the sax in middle school and he used to call me Boots. My condolences to the family - see you up there, Boots.
D.L. ZIMMERMAN
July 5, 2007
GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY, REST IN PEACE BOOTS RANDOLPH
Susan Smith
July 4, 2007
I remember hearing your music in my younger years. You gave us a lot with your music, and left it here for us to enjoy. God Bless.
Fiaavae Eastman
July 4, 2007
I love and enjoy your music. May God hold you in the palm of his hand. For the Family may God bless you in your lost. Praise the Lord
Michael Carpenter
July 4, 2007
Randolph family, thank you for sharing your beloved Boots with us andtheworld. God Bless
Steve Lucas
July 4, 2007
Boots - From one Tenor blower to another, we miss you already. You inspired us, taught us and led by example. Save the rest of us a spot at that big jam session in the sky, will ya'? May the good Lord bless the family and friends and ease your minds and spirits in your time of grief.
Bill Jenkins
July 4, 2007
To the family of Boots Randolph go my deepest sympathies. Boots Randolph has to be the world's greatest sax man, one of the best interpreters of music, I first saw Boots in Greensboro Auditorium and was mesmerized when he played Harlem Nocturne, a great beat, unbelievable sax. Fortunate enough to see him again in Orlando a couple of times. Thank Goodness for cd's and albums, I have several and played along with the MAN quite often.
Bob & Jeanne Becker
July 4, 2007
Thanks for all the great Music and Shows in Nashville.God Bless.
Eric Muller
July 4, 2007
I have followed Boots for close to 40 years. He has been a great inspiration to me as a sax player. I have also met Boots several times over the years. A true gentleman. As a sax player, Boots has no equal.He will be in the pantheon of great musucians forever. God bless you and god bless Boots!
Donna Pool
July 4, 2007
You were and will also be the greatest sax player
Bob Zahn
July 4, 2007
Boots, you were the best and a great inspiration to me. Your music will live on!
Helena & Neil Perlmutter
July 4, 2007
Another great one gone. May he rest in peace. Our sympathy to the family of the great Boots Randolph.
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Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
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Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
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The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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