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Kenny Edwards Obituary
A statement on his website says he died Wednesday.
The Los Angeles Times reports Edwards was hospitalized earlier this month in Denver after collapsing while on tour with Bonoff. He was airlifted to a hospital near his home in Santa Barbara where he died.
After the Stone Poneys disbanded after their 1967 breakthrough hit "Different Drum," Edwards formed the folk-rock band Bryndle with singer-songwriter Wendy Waldman, Bonoff and Andrew Gold.
He also was a supporting guitarist and singer for Stevie Nicks, Don Henley, Brian Wilson, Art Garfunkel, Vince Gill and others.
Copyright © 2010 The Associated Press
37 Entries
Liz Wolf-Spada
July 17, 2021
I knew Kenny and his mother Carol from LRY in the 60’s. I just decided to look him up. I am sorry to learn of his passing.
KENNETH JANEWAY
June 20, 2021
Gone too soon, he was such a great musician...one of my favorite bass players in fact. RIP Kenny Edwards...
Michael Brown
January 2, 2021
Met him at the blackjack table years ago when he was in Linda band. Super nice guy and we shared several laughs and drinks together. I asked him to get me a date with Linda and he just laughed and bought me a drink. Just like talking to a buddy of mine. Very nice man and my life was made better by this one chance encounter. I great person. RIP my friend.
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judy thomas
December 5, 2015
Rest in peace Kenny.
Brenda Ghorashi
March 6, 2011
So sorry to see you go. I will miss you. Brenda (Haverhill MA)
Linda Ostro
August 31, 2010
Kenny, we can't believe we won't be having Christmas and Channuka with you forever. Maybe we will in another form. Your presence on this planet made the world a better place. Thank you for all the beauty you brought to the world and for your honesty and egolessness. We'll miss you.
Linda & Bart
Patti Joyce
August 24, 2010
Kenny, so sorry you are gone. I have you playing on my Linda Ronstadt albums. Wonderful talent. Glad we could share that with you. Say hello to Mike Botts & get a band going into eternity!
Stephanie` Langlois
August 24, 2010
Kenny Edwards was a remarkable musician and person. He will be missed by us all very much.
August 23, 2010
Fantastic person great musician thanks for the memories one of the very best
August 23, 2010
To the family and friends of Mr. Ewards,,,,,,,, I am sorry for your loss may the God of all comfort and tender mercies be with the family as they grief,,,,,,2Corinthians 1:3,4
Nena Babb
August 23, 2010
I became a fan of Karla Bonoff in the early 1980s and just recently saw her in concert. Kenny was playing alongside her, and I was amazed that the sound of their music was as sweet and pure as it was on the albums I still play. My deepest condolences to his family and to his fellow musicians. "Goodbye, my friend" seems an appropriate send-off.
Susan Jones
August 23, 2010
my deepest sympathy to friends and family of Kenny. He was one of the best musicians in "our" day. God speed dear friend...
August 23, 2010
my deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Kenny Edwards.
:His music will live on and on....
Debi 'drums' Pomeroy
Cindy L.
August 23, 2010
Rest in Peace, condolences to his loved ones. So many of us will always remember
"Different Drum." I bet he's playing in Rock 'n Roll heaven, with a score of talented musicians, like himself.
Dan Panella
August 23, 2010
My heart is saddened to learn of the passing of such a gifted musician and my thoughts and prayers are with the Edwards family. And, to all the fellow musicians who have known and played with Kenny, remember - you played with one of the best.
Tom Bogart
August 22, 2010
My condolances to his family and friends. I have wonderful memories that I will always cherish of the music he played. I still have a L. R. AND THE STONE PONEYS ALBUMS WHERE THEY ARE SAFE. You have made many people happy with your music and I'm sure you are still at it in Heaven.
Pam Casscles
August 22, 2010
I first saw Kenny Edwards with Karla Bonoff on a champion eve at Schn'dy, NY's Union College campus chapel when I was still in high school. Again, with Karla- at a small venue in Schn'dy, the music was just as magical and entertaining. Great stuff from two enchanting performers. The music will transcend time and will think of Kenny's great contributions at every turn - Prayers and blessings to Kenny's family and musical companions
Sky Olsen
August 22, 2010
Such a gifted musician. His music was some of the best and I still play the Stone Ponys to this day. My sincerest condolences to all Kenny's family and friends. Truly one of the best. There is a rock and roll Heaven.
glenn ouren
August 22, 2010
some of my best memories of 1967 were of '''different drum"
leaving good memories is part of a successful life.
glenn - huntsvile, al (amarillo afb then)
Penny Allison
August 21, 2010
One of my favorites. Rest in Peace
August 21, 2010
I was blessed to see Kenny play with Karla Bonoff in Carson City just a few years ago. A true artist. Magical. My sympathy to his family and friends. ~ Sparks, NV
Wanda Henry
August 21, 2010
My deepest condolences are for Kenny Edwards family and friends at this time of bereavement. May the God of all comfort give you all the straight and the peace you needed at this bereaved time.
Lloyd Myers
August 21, 2010
My warmest condolences to the family and friends of Kenny Edwards, the best bass player I ever played with! Say hi to John Lennon for me Kenny. See you later amigo.
Denise Gitchell
August 21, 2010
My condolences to the family and friends Kenny. As a baby-boomer, I grew up with his music. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Denise Gitchell Binghamton,N.Y.
M H
August 21, 2010
Please allow God to heal your broken heart during this most difficult time and in the future when things are hard to bare. ( Psalms 147:3)
R Golay
August 21, 2010
To the the family of Kenny Edwards - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that Kenny will be missed by many.
Patricia Harrison
August 20, 2010
First saw you in Virginia as a young woman, and as a senior citizen can still recall your music magic. Condolences and may rest in Gods hands.
Patricia Harrison
August 20, 2010
First saw you in the 70's in Virginia. I was a young woman, now that I am a senior citizen, I can still hear your magic. In Peace.
August 20, 2010
My heartfelt condolences to Kenny's family and loved ones. May the "God of all comfort" be with you.
August 20, 2010
What a loss of such a fine man. He and Linda made music together since they were both 18 tears old. That's a lot of songs!! Bless your peaceful Buddhist soul. Lisa Lagueras (New Windsor, NY)
King Krimzon
August 20, 2010
Sorry to see ya' go Kenny! Hope you're rocking out in heaven....
Victoria~Andrew VZj
August 20, 2010
sentiments to
'Edwards family
He will be missed
his art of music
will remain GodBless~
rip~KennyEdwards~
Barbara
August 20, 2010
Sorry to hear that such a talented musician passed away. R.I.P.
Kathleen Williams
August 20, 2010
R.I.P. Kenny,loved your music.
Gail Siegel
August 20, 2010
So sorry to learn of your passing, Kenny.
Rest In Peace, Kenny Edwards. You will be remembered through your music.
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