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Renaldo "Obie" Benson
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Renaldo Benson Obituary
Benson died at a Detroit hospital, said the group's road manager, Fred Bridges. His death also was confirmed by Craig Hankenson, president of Producers Inc., one of the agencies that books dates for the Four Tops.
"It was not unexpected. He has been ill," Hankenson said.
The Four Tops sold more than 50 million records and recorded hit songs such as "Baby I Need Your Loving," "Reach Out (I'll be There)," "I Can't Help Myself" and "Standing in the Shadows of Love."
Benson's death leaves two surviving members of the original group: Levi Stubbs and Abdul "Duke" Fakir. The fourth original Top, Lawrence Payton, died of liver cancer in 1997.
They are members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
The Four Tops began singing together in the 1950s under the name the Four Aims and signed a deal with Chess Records. They later changed their names to the Four Tops.
The group signed with Motown Records in 1963 and produced a string of hits over the next decade, making music history with the other acts in Berry Gordy's Motown lineup.
Copyright © 2005 The Associated Press
424 Entries
November 16, 2024
In joyed your singing, rest in peace
Annette Richard
August 10, 2024
Still miss You Obie. Duke has joined you guys. Know you , Levi, and Lawrence were there to welcome him. Through eternity there will always be the four of you. Love you guys Fourever.
Ron Jackson
February 23, 2020
GOD is the best creator over us all. as I look back over and reflect 15 years of Mr. "Obie" Life brings golden memories of his performing professionally and the way he looks to see who's looking while on stage. I really don't know Mr. Benson but i can say a job well done. haven is a very good place for you and all the wonderful people GOD created as GOD bless you and family.
July 1, 2018
Obie you left us 13 years ago your smile and happiness will never be forgotten. You always made us happy. RIP.
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Ron Falasca
February 17, 2018
There will never be another group as The Four Tops, I have listened to their great music since the sixties. RIP, Obie, Lawrence & Levi, you were the greatest. ❤
los weiss
October 17, 2017
RIH! with Levi, & Lawrence. i'm the one and only
Bernadette
Celeste Walters
September 3, 2017
RIP Obie. Will always remember you.
Deborah Carroll-Patterson
August 18, 2017
Heartfelt sympathy to kin and friend. May your FAITH be a blanket of comfort. Thank you family for sharing Obie with us for posterity. There will NEVER be another Four Tops. May he rest in peace as he rose in power.
Kathy Walker
March 2, 2017
Playing your music right now sounds as great at it was 40 years ago . Missing You
Annette Richard
February 25, 2017
Obie, you were part of something great. It has outlived you. Duke Fakir keeps all of you guys alive. He honors you at every show. Obie, yourself, Lawrence, and Levi will never be forgotten. The music you made and the love you all shared will be remembered forever. You've been gone nearly twelve years but you left such a rich legacy. Throughout eternity there will always be the four of you. Love you , and Duke is still carrying on. He brings you guys to every show.
First Name vony Spence
November 13, 2016
O,b i have loved you for 50 years ob and still do
Valenda Newell
July 21, 2016
The all around best male group in the 60's, 70's and 80's. What a LEGACY The FOUR TOPS left behind, no group has yet filled their shoes....THANKS FOR THE WONDERFUL MEMORIES...BEING ORIGINAL MEANT EVERYTHING BACK THEN......PRAYERS and BLESSINGS
Renee. hardaway hardaway
October 27, 2015
Love 2 u
Daphne Dixon
August 24, 2015
RIP Obie, you will be missed. Loved your voice and smile.
Michael Johnson
July 9, 2015
I VIEW MR BENSON AS ONE OF THE GREATEST BASS SINGERS OF ALL TIME AND TRULY MISS HIM A LONG WITH ALL THE OTHER TOPS. ONE OF MY ALL TIME FAVORITE GROUPS.
May 25, 2015
He was a great mentor and great friend. Robbie lloyd
Tom Tucker
February 19, 2015
I used to listen to the Tops in Vietnam. Met them all in 1994 when they performed in Hagerstown, MD. SO hard to believe that three are gone.
Tom Tucker
Disc Jockey
Sharon Davies
September 24, 2014
It's now September 2014 and so enjoying the four tops music still they were and still are one of the greatest sounds around I sing your songs daily to my grandchildren and there loving your music to god bless you and rest in peace xxx
Toyia Petgrave
June 19, 2014
YOU ARE 0NE OF A KIND, MR BENSON. TRULY MISSED ON EARTH, BUT GOD HAS 3 TOP MAKING BEAUTIFUL MUSIC. GOD BLESS YOU, FROM YOUR NUMBER ONE FAN TOYIA
Deloris Moreno
May 27, 2014
You had a nice smile and you sang very good, you will be missed
Sharon Davies
March 23, 2014
There must be a beautiful sound in heaven with u tops up there because you sounded beautiful on earth god bless xx
Sharon Davies
March 23, 2014
Heaven must have a beautiful choir with u tops up there god bless xxx
August 28, 2013
ANDREA ROCHELLE
NORMA BROOKS
May 13, 2013
WOW WHAT A SHOW PUT ON AT SENECA NIAGARA CASINO YOU WERE VERY MUCH MISSED A SONG WAS SUNG IN YOUR MEMORY R.I.P. OBIE
May 10, 2013
REST IN PEACE BOOM BOOM BENSON HUGE 4TOPS FAN D T Gibbs M.D.
Steve Turner
April 10, 2013
Obie's smile lit up the stage each time I saw the tops you could see just how much he was enjoying himself.sadly missed like all the four tops,my favourite of obies is his part in "strung out for you love" what a tune that is.R.I.P. Obie
March 28, 2013
Love you Obie. xxxx
GRAY CHUCK
March 19, 2013
WITH LOVE, TO OBIE BOOM BOOM BENSON, MY MAIN MAN!! WE LOVE YA!!!
March 19, 2013
i could listen to the four tops and the temptations all night.getting sad to see them leaving here and going to heaven.ya'all were great
March 4, 2013
REST IN PEACE S.M.L. ROANOKE,VA.
June 14, 2012
happy birthday ob love you blue
Dave Snyder
June 6, 2012
To the Family of "Obie Benson" My sincere condolences for the lost of Obie. I am a true and decicated fan of the "Four Tops" since 1964. Each and everytime they appeared in my home town I was there to see them. I have all albums they had produced. There music will live forever.. May you rest in peace.. Thanks for the memories
debra nowc
January 18, 2012
obie flag day is obie day xoxooxox
debra nowc
January 18, 2012
cuz loved you too...
blue
debra nowc
January 18, 2012
hi love still here
xoxoxo blue
thinking of you
debra nowc
January 15, 2012
obie, still love you
blue
December 26, 2011
ob merry chistmas love blue xoxoxoxo
November 28, 2011
ob
i alway's loved you
so happy i spent some of your last day's on this planet with you
i know your in heaven
xoxoxox
blue
October 6, 2011
RIP MR Benson a Motown and Vocal Legend.- tye gunn
September 30, 2011
May the God of comfort and tender mercies continue to comfort you and your family.
Know that very shortly death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things will have passed away.
Please accept my sincere condolences.
D. Clark
Olla Bartlett
September 1, 2011
Hi Ebony & Tobi & Mike,
Tjis is Olla I am so sorry for the loss of your dad.Ihave stayed in contact with Ronnie Mac. When you guys cme to LA call me.
GodBless,
Olla
August 6, 2011
To the family of Obie Benson, I am so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful singer and person, I will always remember the music by the Four Tops. What great memories I have of them and their music.
John 5: 28, 29.
Tonya LeDay
July 15, 2011
Miss that beautiful smile Obie...u seemed like a man without enemies! May you rest in peace :)
June 16, 2011
Hello, my name is Leslie Craft-Cooper. I am a friend of Obie's from Atlanta. I just learned of Obie's demise. Please contact me at [email protected]. I send my condolence to your family.
Tobi Walker
June 14, 2010
Happy Birthday to the world's greatest father and baritone! Love you and miss you dearly!
January 20, 2010
May you treasure your memories as they become more precious in months and years to come.
Psalms 147:3-He is healing the broken-hearted ones,and is binding up their painful spots.
A Guest
January 15, 2010
To the Family ~ Those we love left us with gifts in the form of memories that no one can take away. They gave us wisdom that we can still recall, companionship when we were alone, comfort when we needed it, and memories of their laughter and smile. These are gifts of love that are ours to keep. Though I do not know the family, I would like to extend my condolences. May the tender mercy that God has always shown be with your family now so that you will know that you are not alone. And may the prayers of others help in some small way to bring you strength, comfort and courage each day. Many words will be expressed, yet we know God can express and provide to you and your family everything that is needed to care and sustain your hearts. - Isaiah 41:10 & 13.
Jacob Long
November 11, 2009
accomplish
Kevin Charlton
July 28, 2009
Just thinking about you today "BOOM". Going to see the guys in two weeks and have been thinking about since your B-Day. Just had to stop in and say I love and Miss YOU........
Aurelien Lemaire
July 15, 2009
Just thanks for you smile who give me strengh during bad days.
Tobi Walker
June 14, 2009
Happy Birthday Daddy!!! I miss you terribly. As we celebrate the day of your birth, we are thankful to God that we had so many wonderful years with you. You are the best Dad a girl could ever ask for. Whenever someone mentions how special you were to them, they always speak about that awesome smile!!! That smile lit up the room and made you feel warm and fuzzy inside. No matter what kind of day you're having, just the sight of you smile would make everything feel alright. You are the best and now you and your brothers are making beautiful music in Heaven. I'll cherish the memories always!!
Sandra Harris
March 8, 2009
I was very fortunate to have the opportunity to meet Obie. I met him in St. Petersburg, FL. after their concert with the Temptations. My best friend, siter-in-law of the late great David Ruffin (Joan) intorduced me to Obie. I was truly thrilled. He was very gracious and even graced us with beautiful music by his daughter. We hope to hear her sing again as Obie stated she was not yet published at that time. Obie and these gentleman were so very inspirational to me and my family and friends. I will always remember the bright exciting look in his eyes. He was so warm and friendly as were the rest of the members I met. I only regret I didn't meet the late Melvin Franklin of the Tempts that year due to his illness. However, I will always treasure meeting Obie. He was someone to look up to. Thanky you to his family for sharing him with all of us fans. We will always remember him with great love and much pride in his accomplishments.
Ruth
November 26, 2008
While I truly am a big fan of the (Original) Four Tops, and I can appreciate that Levy Stubbs was the lead voice of the Four Tops, my heart belonged to Regnaldo "Obie" Benson. I connected with Obie's joyful and kind spirit. I never had the opportunity to meet Obie, but everytime I saw the Tops perform on television or heard Obie's voice on " She Used to Be My Girl", he (Obie) made me smile, feel happy and, more importantly, thankful to be alive. Obie's expressions of his love of life gave me hope. He was a rare human being, and I will miss him until the day I die. If there is a Heaven, Obie is there making the angles happy.
Bill Steele
October 23, 2008
My wife and I were blessed to see the Four Tops perform twice. There was magic in how they connected with the audience. The younger generation of performers should strive for the same level of professionalism that the Four Tops has given to their fans for over 50 years.
CYNTHIA FRANKLIN
October 20, 2008
MISS U , U NEED TO MEET UR BROTHER @ THE PEARLY GATES, MR. STUBBS IS CALLING.
Berta Mae
October 1, 2008
Thank You So Much OBIE For Your Love and Music. I will Miss You Dearly.....
Bobbie Dunn
September 13, 2008
Words cannot say what the sound of the Four Tops means to our people...without groups like you we would have a terrible history! Thank You for your sound...God Bless you Obie!
Nazarene McKinney
August 31, 2008
I will always love The Four Tops. Their songs as well as other artists of that era set the standard and defines what classic soul is. The music of these wonderful artists truly captures the beauty and innocence of love. May your family find peace in Jehovah, The God of All Comfort
Miracle
May 29, 2008
I'm sorry to hear about your loved one, I would love to share a scripture to the family at John11:25 Jesus said I am the resurrection and the life, he that exercises faith in me even though he dies, will come to life.
RON KIMB
March 25, 2008
A PROUD LIFELONG FAN ,SINGING ON THE CORNER OF WEST FITTH ST. GVILLE ,NC. THE MEASURE OF A GREAT GROUP IS WHEN THEY CAN DO OTHER ARTIST MATERIAL AND MAKE THERE OWN .THEY DID IT WITH EASE , CLASS ,STYLE AND LOVE.I FIRST SAW THE TOPS LIVE AT THE APOLLO 1970 ,WITH THE DETROIT EMERALDS AND EDDIE KENDRICK SOLO ,GREAT SHOW. TO THE FAMILY OF "OBIE" I SAY , WELL DONE GOOD AND FAITHFUL SOLDIER.
Queen Akinrele
February 29, 2008
Sadly I will not have the chance to expose MY children to MUSIC, when music was MUSIC!! Almost 3 years later you are still missed. Keep on steppin'!!
Kit Martsolf
November 25, 2007
Mr. Benson, I just know that you are dancing and singing in heaven. Thank you for your unforgettable music that I still enjoy.
bj lewis
July 6, 2007
i was and will always be a four tops fan from setting on my front steps in baltimore listening for there latest release and running around the corner to the record shop and demanding that they ordered it ASAP. from there i went into the radio business and not only had the chance to play there music over a 27 year career and then meeting them in walt disney world and spending a few hours with them talking about the business etc. let me say this...there will never,ever be another group like the tops and i truly miss lawrence and renaldo. i will honor and cherish your contributions to our culture and will always sing you praises until my last days on earth. all my best to the family and friends....and most of all rest in eternal peace.
Daniel Phillips
June 28, 2007
God Bless you Obie. I was at the American Music theatre in 2005. I was only 8 years old when you guys were making it big in the 1960's. I never knew you sang the song- I believe in you and me. Gosh It was beautiful! You were at your best. God bless the Benson family. Obie you'll be well missed. Daniel
Aaron Arnold
May 10, 2007
I saw The Four Tops for the first time in 1984, and the fourteenth and final
time in 1996. To me they were the definitive Motown group. Over the years,
I have attended many concerts of performers for whom an after show meeting
and greeting was accessible. Like a child for whom an autograph or just a
simple handshake and "hello" would make my day, I often took advantage of
the situation. Of all the times I did so, no one came across being as sweet
and cheerful, time and again, as Renaldo Benson. While I was saddened, of
course, to hear of his passing almost two years ago, I could tell he'd want me to remember
him with a smile. So, in return for his cordiality,
please allow me to send out my words of praise of "Obie" as both an artist and
human being. Yes, I know, I didn't really "know
him." He just made me feel like I was revisiting an old friend everytime I
saw him. I know if I were a performer, I couldn't be as friendly and
outgoing to fans on a one on one basis as often as he proved to be. The
man never seemed to forget how important his fans were to him, and never
looked down on them in a condescending manner.
His stage presence was unbelievable, considering by the time I saw him for
the first time, he had already been singing the same songs for twenty years.
He came across as if they were recorded last week, and he was eager to share
them with the world. Lighting up the stage as he did with his energy and
enthusiasm, he made the whole concert experience one of the most memorable
ones. We all know he had a great singing voice, and I must say, his
speaking voice as well was so charming, I always thought that if the Four
Tops ever broke up, he could make a living doing voice overs. If all of that is not enough, he cowrote what may be the greatest song in
the English language, Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On." In my heart, Obie, Duke, Levi, and Lawrence will
always be a part of the here and now.
Sherrie
March 30, 2007
Having followed the music since I was 8 (when Baby I Need Your Loving was released) it was indeed an honour to fly to Detroit and be a part of the Tops 50th Anniversary celeration at the opera house. Little did we know that Boom Boom would soon be leaving us. A very big thank you to Lawrence, Obie, Duke and Levi for the musical legacy that continues to empower us all. God bless each and every one of you.
rosian renfurm
March 5, 2007
god bless you and your family,i never saw you perform but i loved yor music .you are in a better place now.
rest well my friend
L Carter
January 26, 2007
Although I am only in my 30s, I own several of the legendary Four Tops' albums. Mr. Benson will be remembered dearly. I hope his family can focus on happy moments, instead of the painful loss.
Odell Carr
January 26, 2007
To the family of Mr Obie Benson, i think it impossible to express what impact the Four Tops have had on American culture. They took us to a world unknown in our hearts with their music and their Brotherly relationship. " What Ever Happened to the Days, we met on Main Street
Claude Chaney
November 3, 2006
I was lucky to see three quarters of the original Four Tops at The Hammerstein ballroom in New York City in the late 90's. I saw the Tops live on many occasions, (the first of which was at a Murray The K show at the Brooklyn Fox) but the performance at the Hammerstein was without a doubt THE BEST EVER. Obie Benson was given the chance to really strech out on "When She Was My Girl" He had his own choreography and it seems that he added some additional lyrics and the crowd loved it. All four members of the group had their own special talent, Obie's was the beautiful bass and his gift for dance steps. I always thought that Obie was the co-writer of great song "What's Going On" but now I see that he was THE writer who gave Marvin Gaye and Al Cleveland a credit. The late Lawrence Payton was also a gifted writer as well as the second lead voice of the Four Tops. The Four Tops are an institution and I am looking forward to the contributions I know Theo Peoples, Ronnie McNair and Roquel Payton are going to give to this legendary group to bring the Tops to the top of another generation. Obie R.I.P.
Terry Crosthwait
August 26, 2006
Thanks for the wonderful memories. Mostly the tour of 1983 TNT. I enjoyed the time that I spent with the Tops on the East coast portion of the tour.
Rest my friend.
Annette Richard
July 27, 2006
I recently purchased several "FOUR TOPS" DVDs, which included their 50th Anniversary Celebration. WOOOW!!! This is when I fell in love with Mr. "Boom Boom" Benson. He captured my heart with his beautiful and fun loving spirit! When he made the statement about getting busy doing what you do best, it sparked a fire inside me to go for dreams I had been putting on hold. I didn't know at the time that he is no longer with us. I just want to say that I thank God for allowing his spirit to shine through Mr. Benson and into my life. To Mr. Benson's Family, The Four Tops, Friends and Fans, may God continue to bless and keep you all and give you peace. Love and Well Wishes!!!!!!!!!Annette
Kay Johnson
June 4, 2006
Mr. "Obie" Benson is walking with our Father. He is home with our Father!
Star Crowe-Sellers
April 20, 2006
God Bless and Keep You. I have always been a great admirer and fan.
Deloris Brooks
April 14, 2006
To the Benson family and the remaining TOPS I send my condolances. The time has gone by so fast. I've read that two of the sons are coming into the group,I think that's great. Roquel is Lawrences' son who is the other one? I know that Duke will carry on the legacy and make the right decisions. I pray for Levi that we'll have a little more time with him. It's hard to believe their gone and the empact it made on the group. But I say THE FOUR TOPS FOEVER.
Lacy Smith
March 28, 2006
May the Lord continue to look after and bless the Benson Family. Obie is in his house and will dwell with him forever. Continue to hold tight to your faith and the Lord will guide you through these moments of grief.
Linda Oliver
March 28, 2006
Rest in Peace. I will always love you and the Four Tops. You'll never know the wonderful memories your music gave me.
Candy Johnson
March 26, 2006
Dear Obie...you are and will be 4ever missed. I enjoyed your presence on every ocassion seeing you with my family. We enjoyed your stage persona at every show we'veseen over the past twenty years. Love you, Love you, Love you.
From The Johnson and Chase Family
(Cousins of Levi Stubbs Jr.)
Dina Kelliehan
March 16, 2006
GOD has a new angel in the choir.
You are missed and I will always
remember you.
ROE BARLOW
March 11, 2006
So hard to believe that Obie has gone. I have fond memories of meeting him and Duke on LI many years ago when they sang at a dinner club called Jupiters. Obie was such a warm human being and such a pleasure to watch. Rest in peace, Obie.
nicole lewis
March 9, 2006
I'll miss you. I loved the Four Tops
Angel Martinez
February 28, 2006
My deepest sympathies to Obies’ Family. I’m a thirthy year old latin male that asoulutely loves the four tops. It hurts me to know that one of the greats of Motown’s music has left this earth. This world is truly in need of more musicians like Obie to bring serenity and peace back to this world.
Patricia Richardson
February 13, 2006
I have loved the Four Tops since I was a teenager and that was almost as long as they've been together. I loved all of their music and their group. I saw them perform in 1997 in Las Vegas and I last saw them when they appeared in Atlantic City in 1998. I remember fondly talking about how much fun Obie looked like he was having on stage and I remember how well he danced. He will surely be missed by all who loved the Four Tops. He's now at peace and is in the Choir with Luther, Ray and others. He will always be remembered and I send my condolescences to his family.
Odell Carr
November 11, 2005
In 52 years of Living and after being exposed to the best in the world of music and song, it is the FOUR TOPS, who to me exhibit culture, character and musical creativity that places you somewhere beyond space and time. We may set their shoes aside, but we can never fill them.
Odell Carr
Bill Gibbs
November 2, 2005
Absolutely shattered when I heard of his passing. The four greatest singers who ever lived are now two. I saw Duke Fakir on tour in Newcastle, England and shook his hand and have to admit, I fought back a tear as the music played and the memories of Obie and Lawrence came to mind..it was an honour to also shake Lawrence's sons' hand. God Bless Obe and Lawrence.
Lauren Petush
November 1, 2005
We all loved your music now you will live in our hearts forever!!!
Doreen Mitchell-Beckett
October 26, 2005
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Obie Benson.He will be missed,but his legacy will be forever in our hearts.
Judy Richardson
October 6, 2005
May the memory of the Four Tops live on forever and ever in the hearts of the fans...my heart is saddened with the loss of "Obie", and I will never forget his beautiful smile.
A fan forever!!
Judy
Jimmy Fennelle
September 20, 2005
Obie, you were always like fine wine. Your sound was always so unique & distinct. You brought so much fun & spunk to the group. You brought so much fun & excitement to those you entertained. I am very sad that your'e not here with us but, I do know you are in a better place. God Bless You Brother Obie. I Love You, Jimmy
DONALD GIBBS
September 8, 2005
my prayers are with the BENSON FAMILY & THE FOUR TOPS rest in peace BOM BOM OBIE BENSON D.T.GIBBS
Lil' Tree
August 24, 2005
From having the privilege of knowing the Tops personally, I can honestly say that each of them had/has something "special" that made me have love for them:
Levi= crazy; jokester
Lawrence= cool; laid back
Duke= professional; even keeled
Now even though I've known them ever since my Dad joined the band (1978), up until 3 years ago I didn't know how GENEROUS and KIND Obie was. I am saddened even more, because I never properly thanked him for all he did for me, my brother, and my niece (Zion).
Toby, Ebony, Val: I know it's a little late, but you are and will always be in my prayers.
Sheri Smith
August 9, 2005
My condolences to the family. I am a huge Four Tops fan and have seen them in concert for over 30 years of my life. I always enjoyed them and they've brought me alot of fond memories. I am glad that the Four Tops will carry on w/ the son of a former Top, Obie would of wanted that, along w/ Levi. May God Bless you, rest in peace and thanks for all the joy and wonderful times you've brought to my life in song and performing. God Bless - Sheri S.
Edward Coffey
August 9, 2005
I offer my deepest condolences. Instead of being sad, lets celebrate his life. His music brought joy and a smile to everyone's face. May GOD bless his soul. AMEN.
R.I.P. Brotha Obie- 4 tops 4ever
NORMA JEAN KING
August 8, 2005
I WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND MY CONDOLENCES TO THE BENSON FAMILY. MY HUSBAND AND I SAW THE TOPS (2003) IN LAS VEGAS AND AS ALWAYS,THEIR ACT WAS FUN AND CLASSY. I WILL MISS OBIE, BUT HE WILL LIVE FOREVER THROUGH HIS MUSIC. FOUR TOPS FOREVER!!!!!!
Bev Taylor
August 8, 2005
One more of our legends passes away! Gone but never forgotten and we will always have the music. Have seen the Four Tops + Temps. each year they have toured in the UK past 5 years. Will see them soon at Sheffield and will remember the good times our friend gave too us all. God bless OBIE! Sleep in peace!
MATTIE BUTLER
August 3, 2005
SO SORRY TO HEAR THAT ANOTHER OF OUR GREAT LEGENDS HAS PASSED ON. I BECAME ACQUAINTED WITH THE FOUR TOPS WHILE I WAS IN JUNIOH HIGH SCHOOL, AND HAVE BEEN A FAN EVER SINCE. I THOUGHT THEY WERE ONE OF THE MOST SAUVE,COOLEST GROUPS OUT OF DETROIT
TO THE FAMILY, YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS, THAT GOD WILL SEE YOU THROUGH THIS TRYING TIME OF
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