John Blackwell Jr.

My deepest condolences to John´s family-I will always remember the time we jammed 2gether on stage when John sat in with my band playing a Prince medley so FUNKY ("Can I give the drummer some?") we started at 3:30 am and didn´t stop playing all the hits until 5;30 am! Afterwards, I took John to a burger place and we laughed and shared stories, people we both knew, and catching up like long lost friends. (We just met a few hours ago!) I will truly miss his spirit, his drive for perfection on...

I was blessed to witness your talent. Rest in heavenly peace.

Continue to rest in peace. You and your talent are greatly missed, you shared so much with the world...thank you!

John was an outstanding Musician.
He will be missed.

I met John on a flight to Montreal when he and his wife were expecting, twins I think. He shared a lot about his life with me. He was a wonderful person.

Man, what sad news. I only read into you a few times after our years at Berklee, but I'm so proud of everything you so deservedly achieved. Just found out that you passed last summer and can't stop thinking about you today. Good times we had back then. It sounds like you lived life to the fullest after. Wish you had more time. I'll try to make mine as meaningful as I can for the many friends, like you, that didn't get the chance. RIP and peace out. Boris

Thank you for sharing your musical gift. You were an awesome and amazing drummer. Your work in this world may be done but your spirit lives on to inspire the hearts of others. Peace

Yaritza, please know that we are praying for you.. The last year has been tough but I can only imagine what the next months and days will be like while trying to cope with the loss. Hanging in there. The same God who created the sun and moon and stars, no doubt can use his strength and power to comfort you.at this time.