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George Botts Obituary
GEORGE W. BOTTS, SR.
On Wednesday, May 11, 2011. He is survived by sons, Steven Botts and George W. Botts, Jr.; grandchildren, Gary, Stephanie, Karona, Steven, Cliff and Allison; numerous great-grandchildren; brother, Edward; sisters-in-law, Barbara and Peggy; a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation Wednesday, May 18 from 11 a.m. until time of service 12 noon at First Baptist Church of Deanwood, 1008 45th St., NE, Washington, DC 20019. Interment Harmony Memorial Park. Services by HENRY S. WASHINGTON & SONS.
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Michael Thomas
May 18, 2011
Mr. George Botts was a fantastic cat!! He always encouraged the best from you. He was main the reason I recorded "Candy". We had performed together at Westminster church many years ago and the rest is history.
Always sharp and clean both personality and professionally! My best memory is the long western coat with the cowboy hat. (Gunslinger...tenor style!!!) A true hitter!
Thank-you for everything you shared with me. I love you and safe travels.
HOTEP!
Jerome Short
May 17, 2011
Mr. Botts was a true professional in his music career and a true gentleman in every sense of the word at all times.
Yolanda Coleman
May 17, 2011
George Botts was an outstanding musician. He will truly be missed. I had the pleasure of hearing him play at Westminister church.
Julian Hipkins
May 17, 2011
As a new vocalist in the DC area I was flattered when Mr Botts agreed to do a gig with me in the early 80's. To be working with such a fine artist early in my career was exciting. What struck me at that time and through all these years was his gentle spirit. The dictionary should have a picture of Mr George Botts next to the word Gentleman. Mr Botts played solos that gave new meaning to ballads.
May 16, 2011
To the Botts family. I met Mr. Botts at Westminster church while working with Jazztimes Magazine. I had the opportunity to hear many great saxophone players and I always thought of Mr. Botts (George) as one of the very best. I know he will get first chair in the big band. Thanks George, I will keep the Botts family in my prayers.
Ted Martin
Obataiye Akinwole
May 16, 2011
George Botts was a fantastic musician and the personification of class.
Millie Everett
May 16, 2011
George I will never forget your warm personality,you were always the perfect gentleman and one of the most fantastic saxophonist in our area. Thanks for the memories.
Von Deleah Williams
May 16, 2011
I heard him at Westminster Church in southwest. Thanks for the wonderful music and memories. God needed a Sax Man and He called him.
His Westminster Fan - Bonnie
May 16, 2011
I was sadden to hear of Mr. Botts passing. He and his music will be missed in his neighborhood. My heart goes out to Karona and Junior. The entire family will be in my prayers.
Cassandra McKnight (Johnson)
Joanne Ell
May 16, 2011
The DC Jazz community just lost a big piece of its Legacy. As a sound engineer for Jazz Night in Southwest, I had the privilege of working with George Botts many times. George played all the old standards, mostly beautiful ballads, that none of the younger guys seem to play or even know any more. He was keeping that Legacy alive, but no more. He will be missed.
May 16, 2011
The McRae family will keep all of you in our prayers.
Jacqueline Davenport
May 16, 2011
To the Botts family: We will miss the warm and loving personality of your father and his melodious sounds. He bought great pleasure to the audiences for which we booked his group. Our prayers and sympathy go out to you during this hour. The Staff @ Davnor Insurance Agency.
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