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Vic Chesnutt Obituary
"In the few short years that we knew him personally, Vic transformed our sense of what true character, grace and determination are all about. Our grief is inexpressible and Vic's absence unfathomable," said Constellation records founders Ian Ilavsky and Don Wilkie in a statement released Friday night. "We will make more information available according to the wishes of Vic's family and friends."
Chesnutt, 45, was partially paralyzed and has used a wheelchair since age 18, when he was involved in a car accident. He started writing songs as a child and released his debut album, "Little," in 1990. R.E.M. singer Michael Stipe was the record's producer.
Memories and Condolences
for Vic Chesnutt
150 Entries
daniel kolb
January 25, 2016
discovered vic's music when I was 17 in the mid-90's. it's meant so much to me over the years. since xmas 2009, every few months I remember: oh yeah, vic chesnutt died. he was the real deal. i'll always (re)turn to his music for solace and wonder.
Johnny Wilson
February 11, 2013
I don't know recall exactly how I stumbled across Vic, but it was (I think) because I had long been a fan of the band Cracker and I knew David Lowery and Vic were buds, and that was good enough for me. Simply put, Vic was a legend and when I learned of his death some three months after his passing I truly felt as though I had lost a friend. Bob Dylan is an icon to the world, and Vic was just as iconic to me. My top dozen songs of his (loosely) are Threads, Wrong Piano, Square Room, I'm Through, Everybody Can Change, Withering, Marathon, Forthright, Speed Racer, Styrofoam, Woodrow Wilson and Supernatural. I only "knew" him for maybe five years before he left us but God, I miss Vic.
Tommaso Emiliani
March 3, 2011
I discovered you posthumously, when Thee Siver Mt. Zion came performing in Rome in 2010 and dedicated the concert to you. I started listening to 'A the cut', and I never stopped. I love your intense lyrics, your touching melodies and your way to be so humble and true even if you are simply GLORIOUS. Now I know all your discography and I spread your dreamy music amongst my friends. I decided to write my thesis at the university on the US (not) care/health system, cause i got impressed by your story, and even if I am one of no importance I'll dedicate it to you.
Play on, I'm still listening...
Un abbraccio forte a te e alla tua famiglia
marissa GUTIERREZ
February 26, 2011
we love you dearly your music from spirit above / tina we love too
C. M.
September 28, 2010
May the God of comfort and tender mercies continue to comfort your family and friends, and may you find comfort in the words found in the Holy Scriptures: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."" Please accept my sincere condolences during this time of your loss.
Julian Sanz
April 26, 2010
I had the fortune of know you, here in Spain. May 7th I will sing in the tribute concert in Madrid "Gravity of the situation" and "Strange language" with my band, Erizonte.
Please, Vic, send me strength to keep the voice unbreakeble.
Yours,
Julian Sanz
March 9, 2010
For Vic...
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
David Wilkerson
February 28, 2010
It's nearly March and I still can't shake the loss. Where are the words? I'm afraid Vic already used them all. Perhaps there's little left to say.
January 24, 2010
Vic was a capable visual artist, too. I remember a concert early in his career which he introduced his songs with paintings he had done. His interview with Terri Cross on NPR was as honest and entertaining picture of Vic's life as you could get. A beacon poet for the times.
P Shields Danielsville , Ga
Paul Todisco
January 20, 2010
I am utterly devastated. Vic Chesnutt was a beautiful person and his music is absolutely transcendent. It has helped me tremendously in more ways than I can count. To Vic and all his loved ones, I send my deepest, deepest sympathies.
Ahuge Fan
January 11, 2010
that not waving but drowning poem keeps going round in my head since i heard the news.
You'll have a home on my iPod forever Vic. Love you. Will miss new vic albums and really regret that I missed the show in dublin. who shows up one day late? check the ticket!!!
beh.
David Slinger
January 8, 2010
I was just getting into Vic's music. I first heard him on the album of Daniel Johnston covers..... A couple of months ago, I was in NYC and saw the REM tribute show at Carnegie Hall. Despite all the big names there, Vic's rendition of "Everybody Hurts" was definitely the highlight of the show. I had JUST listened to the Terry Gross interview the night before I heard of his death....
He was so open and honest in that interview....
He will be missed
Sue Lewis
January 6, 2010
I'm very sad, but thankful for all the wonderful songs he made. He'll be greatly missed by a lot of people.
martin van dijk
January 6, 2010
Thanks for all your beautifull, excellent songs
you are allways in and around my mind
Randall Brown
January 5, 2010
Thanks for all the words, Vic. I'll miss ya.
joey skokowski
January 5, 2010
I can't say how sad I am. Joey
scott
January 4, 2010
so thankful for vic's music. he was a wonderfully unique and beautiful talent who will be missed greatly.
michael franklin
January 4, 2010
Godspeed, Vic. Thanks for the great music.
January 4, 2010
Much love and strength to you all. He was a true artist whose work will never leave those who felt it ring true within them.
-Brandon (Athens, Ga)
john barcelona
January 1, 2010
beautiful man, will be much missed,
Amity McManus
December 31, 2009
Much love and respect to Vic and Tina.
such an incredible loss.
With many fond memories of seeing you play and playing your records. peace be with you.
very truly,
F L
December 30, 2009
Remember the first time I listen to "Is the Actor Happy?" ... It was my door to your music. Thanks for these 16 albums - thanks for the honesty, the empathy, and the highlights you provided to us. We alrealdy miss you ...
C. Garraway
December 30, 2009
I am sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in the words of John 11:25 during this time of sorrow.
December 30, 2009
What a loss! Thank you for the music!
Machtdose Radio X
December 30, 2009
What a loss! Thank you for the music!
December 30, 2009
1990 in bed with chickenpox fever in san francisco, i played "little" on casette continuously after reading about you in Option magazine. I sweat it out on your simple, brutal, haunting words about a girl found dead in a frozen duck pond and bike ramps in the backyard. Like everybody else it turns out, i felt like you were reading aloud a personal letter to me. Then West of Rome till i drove everybody crazy..
When i made the trip to athens to hopefully hang with you, all i could do is tell lame drunken jokes and let Deanna tease me about my love for you. I decided to just leave you be. Patrik Keim(RIP) was so sweet to buy me the Speedracer movie to watch at the university library while i was living in my van on pulaski st. that scorching summer. Every few weeks i'd see you cruising by on the sidewalk with friends wearing some idiosyncratic hat and wonder where a poet likes to spend his evening out.
What satisfied me most though, was driving by your place once in awhile and seeing your van parked in front with those words "Sophisticated" painted on the side. It verified for me the fact that you had the guts to let the world know just who the heck you are. It's something that metaphors and achy music can also accomplish for those who wish to listen, but not at a stop light, out on the road and in your face for all the roughnecks to judge.
It takes a lifetime for anybody to figure out who they really are and maybe i'm guessing in the end it wasn't about what life was lacking, but instead that you had indeed lived it completely and to your best and finally, you were ready.
This world, though, feels like something less now and those "little" things that ultimately aren't little at all have lost a loving, respectful voice.
Love forever,
Flavio (Sam) Flaviani
DJ
December 30, 2009
My condolences to Vic's family, friends, and fellow fans. I've followed Vic's efforts since 1993, when I discovered "Supernatural." Since that time I've anxiously awaited each new tour and album. The world has become a less interesting place without Vic and I am deeply saddened by our loss.
December 29, 2009
you will never know what your music has meant to me,.. n.c. brad
gregory limpens
December 29, 2009
Sincere condolences to Vic's family and friends. I have been a fan of his songs and his personality since a mini-concert in Brussels in early 1994, which I won't forget. I appreciated his musical talent, wit and humanity. So long!
Susan Patton
December 29, 2009
My condolences go out to Vic's loved ones. I have long been a fan of Vic's music, his songwriting was so heartfelt, creative and honest. As a person I found him to be inspiring, just because he tried so hard to not be an inspiration. He just wanted to be treated like everyone else. As a fellow wheelchair user, I saw him as somewhat of a kindred spirit. Seeing him on the stage made me feel like there was more in this world that I was capable of. I wish I had the chance to see him on stage and person and to meet him. Maybe someday. RIP Vic Chesnutt. I'll see you around.
Linda
December 29, 2009
My sincere condolences go out to you. Losing a loved one in death is always hard to deal with. And he was so young! The scriptures give us great hope. Look up these passages...Acts 24:15;John 5:28,29;Rev. 21:3,4.
December 29, 2009
Vic, thank you for your honesty and sharing with all of us your grace and the beauty of your spirit. My condolences to your family and friends. -Lewis
Cristina
December 29, 2009
much love to you Vic.
Love .
Scott Paten
December 28, 2009
Vic, thank you for all you have given us. I first saw you Indianapolis in the early '90's with Soul Asylum and have loved your music, your lyric, your voice and your honesty. I will continue to listen and learn from you. My thoughts are with your family.
I wish you peace.
Scott Paten
December 28, 2009
Vic, thank you for all you have given us. I first saw you in Indianapolis in the early '90's and have loved your music, your lyric, your voice and your honesty. I will continue to listen and learn from you. My thoughts are with your family.
I wish you peace.
December 28, 2009
i have known Vic since high school and saw him in Columbia last February with Elf Power. It was a great show, and I had to opportunity to chat with him for a bit. I will miss him dearly, All my love, Christi Weeks
Melissa
December 28, 2009
Vic, your music attacked pain and joy and their ironic shared spaces with equally blistering accuracy.
Hope you get some answer as to why there were so many thunderbolts to dodge. Your strength and humor and honesty are a model of how being humanly beautiful can face off the difficulties of being human. You helped me tackle my own questions about wanting fairness and justice when it seems elusive, about finding meaning in my own dark times.
To be as honest and brave as you, to learn from who you were, to write with as much frenzy and fury and fearless candor. To be surprised by brightness despite expectations.
Peace to you and your family. Thank you to your wife and friends and extended family for taking care of you for us. You are very much missed.
Melina
December 28, 2009
It seems really selfish to be so sad...but Vic touched my soul. He also provided something very real for me to share with my family of friends. I will never forget...and I will always be grateful that I "got" it and that I "got" him. Bless you Tina and the Chestnutt Family. I wish you strength and peace.
John Dehner
December 28, 2009
We're gonna miss seeing you when you come to Indiana, Vic. Thanks for the music and thanks for the friendship. Amber and I send our love and condolences to Tina.
Let's all be nice to each other.
Peace.
Clarke Keown
December 28, 2009
You are gone,
But your legacy lives on.
Your music was such an inspiration to myself and countless others. We'll keep playing, singing, and shining in your light. Rest peacefully Vic.
Hillary Meister
December 28, 2009
Will miss your wonderful voice, but have all the wonderful music that you've given us left to explore. Please rest in peace.
ash odedra
December 28, 2009
a man who opened many a musical heart and lit our minds. a fuel, a true vocal chord and cannon of creativity for us all. full of wit and openness
much love to you mr Vic
Wuxtry Records
December 28, 2009
Vic was a beautiful soul and he will be missed. Condolences to his family and friends from Dan, Mike, John, Robert, Devlin, Bart, and the rest of the Wuxtry family.
Michelle Boyce
December 28, 2009
I am so sorry about the loss of such a talented young man. Please know that death is a temporary state. Jehovah God and Jesus will restore life to all those that have fallen asleep in death.(John 5:28,29)
Soon you will be able to enjoy the company of your love one again right here on a paradise earth.
Shawna Levine
December 28, 2009
My heart goes out to Vic's family and friends. May he rest in peace and never ever be forgotten!
Tom Chasteen
December 28, 2009
I will never forget the movie Sling Blade. My thoughts are with the family. God bless.
Tom Chasteen
T Jackson
December 27, 2009
My sympathy to his family and friends. To me he touched my heart, my soul and moved me with his poetry and music. Truly a gifted artist - I am so blessed to have seen him play in November. He played at the Earl with passion, incredible talent and some wickedness. Big heart <3 --
December 27, 2009
Michelle Low Sears
December 27, 2009
I am saddened by the news I received today. I have had difficulty making sense of this. I think of Vic and it brings back such fond memories of Athens in the 80's. The late summer nights at the Grit. Java for some quick banter and a smoke. Those days seemed so easy and carefree.
Vic you are already missed .
H Lamar Thomas
December 27, 2009
Vic, there was always Vic, part clown, part besotted genius, he was a poet all the way through, fully an artist and an influence on the life and music of Athens for a very, very long time. He was so great, so much there in his music.
All sympathies to his loves and family. He will be missed and his inspiration will always be here.
Gypsy
December 27, 2009
Long ago--back in our days on Meigs St.--I remember you sitting well into the night, under the streetlamp, pondering the bats that flew into my attic and often the bottom of a bottle. I would wake at 3 AM to the sound of you and the Dashboard Saviours trying to harmonize on hymns on the front porch, after way too much libation, so it took LITTLE to convince me that you actually were a genius. I believed it from that moment on. Happy Trails, Vic. I know that your heart feels as if it can't be mended, Tina.
debbie simpson
December 27, 2009
I was in the 11th grade when i first saw him. I was mesmerized. I was 20 when I first met him. He will forever be with me. A great artist who used music as picasso did paint, only even better if you can imagine that.
Amy Nash
December 27, 2009
I feel so privileged to have had the opportunity to see Vic perform several times and to have had the wonderful experience of getting to meet and spend time with him years ago. His charm, dry (naughty) wit, and soulfulness were beautifully reflected in his music.
The man I won’t forget. His music will live on. Rest in peace, dear man.
Michael Lachowski
December 27, 2009
Vic gave the rest of us so much despite all of his own difficulties, which makes him one of the most generous of the talented artists we have known. In his art he was bold enough to dig deep into life, courageously turning over rocks we might prefer to ignore. One balm for those of us who are left behind is that Vic was so prolific and productive; he's left much for us to listen to and digest. But it's hard to imagine our city and music scene without Vic Chesnutt. And he was one of our major ambassadors to the world. Rest in peace Vic.
Becky Long
December 27, 2009
Vic Chesnutt painted vivid pictures of the dark places in my soul where I rarely dare to travel. His wit and strength made it ok to look sometimes. I am incredibly sad that the collection of his words is now finite.
December 27, 2009
Vic, we'll never forget you. Your music will continue to enrich our lives with your many, many gifts ...
Tina, our hearts are with you.
sadly,
Holly GW, Phoenicia, NY
Super XX Man
December 27, 2009
Loved your music especially Little. Sad to know you are gone. Peace and love to your family and community.
v
December 27, 2009
You helped me through dark times Vic, without you I may not have made it. Thank you for all you have done for people like me. I latched on to you and your every word because you were a guiding light for me. It hurts deep in my heart to know you are gone, but at least now I know you are free. I will keep you in my heart always! I hope you and Mikey get together and play some tunes. V Athens, GA
One more glimpse
Steve Petulla
December 27, 2009
Vic may you found the peace and solitude that you have so long been searching for. Your music has made an impression on my life and I am certain so many others. I was happy to meet you several times when you brought your music to the west coast. My fondest memory of you was the look on your face when I told you I saw your show earlier in the week in San Francisco & decided to travel to McCabe’s in Santa Monica to catch your show again. You were genuinely moved that a fan would travel almost 500 miles to see you. I would travel the world to catch just one more glimpse of your genius. I love you Vic and I will see you on the other side.
The liner notes your wrote for About To Choke seem comforting at this time.
“ Some of this album may be a bit obsessed with the premise that through death, life is nourished.”
Aleida
December 27, 2009
Vic you will be missed -- I had the pleasure of seeing you live twice and each time left feeling like my soul was resonating with your voice. Rest in Peace
Pete
December 27, 2009
Peace Vic
Leo Orellana
December 27, 2009
Really saddened by all of this. Vic was one of my favorite musicians and poets. He will be missed very, very much.
Daniel Nevins
December 27, 2009
Whenever I saw Vic play live I could feel something inside me unraveling. He was sweet and gentle and amazingly fierce... bold and brave. He did (does) what great artists do, shows you his wound and you recognize it as your own. We can all learn from his deep humanity. Good night, sweet prince. See you soon.
Chris Campbell
December 27, 2009
It would be impossible to count the number of lives you touched. Your music has the ability to hit the far reaches of my emotions, insecurities and fears. You seem to understand. Rest in peace, Vic.
Dagmar Nelson
December 27, 2009
Vic was one of the first people I had the good fortune to meet when I came here in 1988 and I have so many fond memories from those times. We had lost touch over the years but the void I feel now that he's gone is unbelievable. What a loss. My heart goes out to his family. Tina, hang in there.
December 27, 2009
Vic, your words, music, and grace will be missed. Tina, we're so sorry for your loss. Brian and Tara
Paul Tharp
December 27, 2009
Vic was one of the coolest and most intelligent humans that existed on the Planet. We will always love and miss him. Our condolences to Tina. Love, Mary and Paul
Anthony Whatley
December 27, 2009
I went to Pike County High with Vic. He was such a funny guy then and a great musican. R.I.P. (Anthony Whatley, PiCoHi)
Janet & Anton
December 27, 2009
Vic, Rest in Peace.
Free of Earth's limitations.
Thank you.
Our thoughts go out to Vic, his family and friends.
December 27, 2009
I am very sad that Vic Chesnutt passed away - All my good thoughts and Best wishes to his family -
Frank Schaffranietz, Germany
Kathi
December 27, 2009
Thank you for widening the horizon of a 16 year old folk-fan in a provincial Austrian town in 1998.
You probably found it a bit creepy to see me taping so many of your concerts all over central Europe in the past 11 years, but neverthelesss always took time to exchange a few words with me.
To the one special artist in my life. I will miss you so much.
December 27, 2009
Vic's music will certainly be missed -- it's difficult to think of a recording more moving than West of Rome, with all its haunting imagery and expressive turns of phrase.
I'll also miss the privilege of working with him. He was wonderful and incredibly patient, even as we had difficulty navigating the stairs of a venue.
M
Derek Sims
December 27, 2009
The last time I spoke with Vic, we were hanging out after a set he played at Proud Larrys in Oxford, Mississippi. He was in rare form that night ... all excited about future plans, touring, new songs, and life!!
I sit here alone tonight with this terrible news and wonder as I often have before... why?
Bless you Vic... Bless you....
xoxo
Warholboy
dixie
December 27, 2009
So glad we got the chance to hear him sing our hearts; he'll always be missed.-
Francois & Melynda
December 27, 2009
I first heard about Vic in 1995 after the release of his famous album "Is the Actor Happy?". Over the years Vic stayed one of my favorite songwriters and each new release of him was like a personal letter from a close friend. I still can't get enough of his unique and wonderful voice.
A few years ago, as i was dating my wife, i sent her a mix of Vic's music. Not only did she enjoy the songs but she went to see him live and got Vic to dedicace the mix for me (and she also met Tina!)
The other night, we were listening to "Skitter on Take-Off", just before the news about Vic's coma came out. I told her i was amazed about how many records Vic released lately and she said "maybe he feels like he's gonna die soon and still has a lot to say."
He left many sad Peter Pans...
Jeff P
December 27, 2009
I had the pleasure of meeting Vic through mutual Athens music friends in 1993, and also got to watch him at work @ Full Moon Studios in Watkinsville. His creativity and artistry amazed me then, and amaze me to this day.
I got to know Vic a little better over the years, and saw him many times while visiting Athens from Atlanta. Although he was small in stature, the effect he had upon entering a room was like a hurricane making landfall. Hopefully the tragic aspect of his passing will not diminish the wonderful body of work he left for us.
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, and especially to Tina.
Traci Burns
December 27, 2009
I've listened to you for just about two decades now. Your music is a part of me. And because you were so fully YOU in your music, so raw and uncompromisingly honest, you became a part of me, though I didn't know you, only stuck around after shows sometimes to say "Thank you" and run away feeling weird. And I have been crying for the past two days like I lost my brother. I'm sorry it got so bad. I've been avoiding listening to your music since I heard the news because it makes me too sad, but the radio in my head is playing it anyway, nonstop. Thank you for everything. Love and peace to your family.
December 27, 2009
I pray the family & friends of such a talented & giving young fellow will find comfort & strength. May Vic rest in peace.
Susan LaCount, Watkinsville, GA
Crystal
December 27, 2009
I pray Vic's family and friends be comforted during this time of immense loss. Vic has given so much of his spirit to this world through his art, I'm sad to see him go. Know that he will be missed beyond measure. May you all find peace in days to come.
jep clayton
December 26, 2009
Wrote my goodbyes already... Peace to everyone else who's sad today.
http://version30.wordpress.com/2009/12/26/the-top-whatever-an-aside-vic-chesnutt/
Kim
December 26, 2009
True poets are few and far between! Glad I can actually say I met one in my lifetime! Good Luck out there, you'll be missed here!
December 26, 2009
So, so sorry.
Harry J
December 26, 2009
Mercyland toured with Vic for two weeks in the summer of '86. It was like being in a van with Neil Young (except there was a wheelchair, which we all somehow forgot about after the first hundred miles).
I was only in Vic Chesnutt's life for a few weeks -- but if the rest of his life was anything like that, then he must have really touched a LOT of people in an amazing way.
December 26, 2009
There are no words, Vic. You will be missed but never forgotten. Thank you so much for leaving us your music to help us cope with this tragedy. Doreen (Bethlehem Ga)
December 26, 2009
There are no words, Vic. You will be missed but never forgotten. Thank you so much for leaving us your music to help us cope with this tragedy. Doreen Cochran(Bethlehem Ga)
Deb Chasteen
December 26, 2009
Vaya con Dios, you beautiful soul.
cheddar cat
December 26, 2009
king vic is dead, long live the king.
this is hard to bear. i've long felt grateful to have been alive during vic's lifetime so that i could hear him and see him play his astounding music live. i didn't really think his lifetime would end so soon. my heart goes out to his close friends and family and all his fans all over the world. please vic rest in peace.
Stefano Ferreri
December 26, 2009
Thank you Vic, you gave me so much through the years. I'll keep your music in my heart forever. I will see you around.
Mark Nelms
December 26, 2009
I remember Vic from High School as being creative, very funny, and extremely talented. He regularly cracked me up in class while saying or doing something from his own brand of odd humor. His death is a real tragedy. He will be missed.
December 26, 2009
I am saddened to learn of the death of Vic C. He was a unique artist that I will never forget. (Holly Athens GA)
NEWTON COLLIER
December 26, 2009
SOME OF THE BEST HAVE ONLY A SHORT TIME TO MAKE THEIR MARK IN THIS WORLD. THEN THEY HAVE TO GO PLAY FOR THE MASTER.
Barbara Moody
December 26, 2009
So sad to hear of the hardships that filled Victor's life. I knew him as Victor. My dad and Vic's paternal grandmother were first cousins. I remember when Vic was adopted and how proud the Chestnutt's were of their baby boy. When Vic was one year old, his grandmother asked me to take a trip with her and Vic to Alabama-I was 22 years old then. Vic was just such a precious baby. I never saw Victor after that trip-his family relocated to Georgia.
I am now in Athens and tried to find Victor-however I suppose I didn't try hard enough. Yes,he was his paternal Grandmother's heart beat as were her sons. She was a very dear, dear lady. I know that Vic and his grandmother-Cousin Sophie are in Heaven-reunited at last! I am sure throughout his life; even after her passing-she was a great comfort to him as memories are what keep folks going at times.
May God Bless the Chestnutt's in their time of sorrow-the pain is gone for Vic but the hole he leaves in the heart of so many will hurt for awhile. Sounds like he left some beautiful memories to many, many people. He truly was a blessing for his family and others.
Sweet Dreams Victor; and tell Cousin Sophie I love and miss her. She was one precious lady.
Cricket Bancroft
December 26, 2009
Gasp! I loved Vic Chesnut. I will continue to love his music, I think- the rest of my life. I hardly ever go see a show these days- but would almost always go to see Vic play at the 40 Watt. Loved his banter with his home crowd. We all felt like we were in the living room. I don't want that to stop- ever. It was just about impossible to get him out for an encore, as now, I guess the lights are on and it's time to go home. I don't want it to end. Last night when I was preparing food for my family's Christmas feast I popped in West of Rome and cut onions and cried my eyes out. After the onions were cut I just continued to cry. Oh Athens, I love you, but you hurt too much sometimes. All this tortured genius.. My sweetest thoughts of comfort to you that share the pain- especially you whose hearts will never be completely whole ever again.
Jay T
December 26, 2009
I've been crying off and on all morning. Vic Chesnutt is my favorite song writer, and an amazing performer. I just saw him play in Seattle a month ago. Before the show I went outside to smoke and he was sitting in his chair, talking on the phone. There was a couple moments where I could have struck up a conversation with him, but I didn't ('cause i'm chicken), so we just kind of looked at each other in silence, and I finished my smoke, and went back in. I regret being a chicken now.
I love you, Vic. I am so sorry for his wife Tina, his other family, his close friends, and all the thousands of fans.
Jonathan Boswell
December 26, 2009
Vic, You were an inspiration. Our whole family grieves for the loss.
-The Boswells (Pike County,GA)
Rebecca
December 26, 2009
I am so grateful to have had vic's music in my life. I hope now he can find the peace he so deserves. I will never stop
listening to him or sharing his music with friends. My thoughts are with his family and those grieving his loss.
kim k
December 26, 2009
Vic was a brave, courageous and talented soul. May his music live on and be continued inspiration to many. Although nothing can truly ease the pain except perhaps through time, may blessings, prayers and support go out to his family and friends for a healing and peaceful and New Year.
Anders Sonesson
December 26, 2009
Dear Mr Chesnutt,
Many thanks for your great songs and magnificent live performances. My thoughts and regards to Tina.
Anders (Lund, Sweden)
Mike Comstock
December 26, 2009
RIP Vic, from your friends in Omaha....you always put on a good show when you came through town. You are one of the great ones and will be missed tremendously.
December 26, 2009
What a sad, sad day. Vic was one of the people that made life worth living. Sending you my love...
JS in SC
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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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