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Clive Burr Obituary
The band says on its official website that Burr died peacefully in his sleep at his London home on Tuesday.
Band founder and bass player Steve Harris said Burr "was a wonderful person and an amazing drummer who made a valuable contribution to Maiden in the early days when we were starting out."
Born in London in 1957, Burr joined Iron Maiden in 1979 and played on the band's first three albums - "Iron Maiden," ''Killers" and "The Number of the Beast." He contributed to the band's distinctive hard-driving sound on classic songs like "Run for the Hills," but left in 1982, before Iron Maiden became 1980s mega-stars.
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132 Entries
Kathy Welch ...Nee ` Burr´
March 11, 2025
Rhiannon Jean-Marie Rakes
November 30, 2024
Rest in peace to one of the best drummers of all time... You'll forever be missed Clive.. It's absolutely terrible since he was a metal icon... R.I.P
Francesco
August 29, 2023
Dear Clive, you were, are and will be my Fav drummer ever. You gave me all the best vibrations with your music and your nice interview. Thanks to you i ve been play drum. My son hold your name, Clive. Miss you so deeply you will be hero forever and ever. Rest in peace great man xx
Ariel
March 12, 2022
RIP
How you can show support
Clive...missing you love..XO
Kimberly Ann Rogers
July 29, 2018
Darling Clive....still missing you terribly. Your memory will forever live in my aching heart....
Harry Simpson
March 13, 2018
Godspeed Clive, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
February 13, 2018
Dearest Clive...I shall never forget you love. You were not only the best powerhouse drummer Iron Maiden ever had, but a very sweet gentleman as well. My deepest desires were finally met when Iron Maiden came to Ottawa, Canada on June 22nd, during the band's "Beast on the Road" tour. I loved it when I got a terrific chance to meet you Clive, and when we chatted and hugged. You were the nicest, most sincere man I ever met. I never could ever see you as a rock musician. That's how down-to-earth you were. May God rest your soul in Heaven Clive Burr. I shall forever keep your memory alive in my aching heart...Love, Kimberly Ann Rogers XXXOOO
February 13, 2018
Dearest Clive...I shall never forget you love. You were not only the best powerhouse drummer Iron Maiden ever had, but a very sweet gentleman as well. My deepest desires were finally met when Iron Maiden came to Ottawa, Canada on June 22nd, during the band's "Beast on the Road" tour. I loved it when I got a terrific chance to meet you Clive, and when we chatted and hugged. You were the nicest, most sincere man I ever met. I never could ever see you as a rock musician. That's how down-to-earth you were. May God rest your soul in Heaven Clive Burr. I shall forever keep your memory alive in my aching heart...Love, Kimberly Ann Rogers XXXOOO
May 2, 2017
Clive was an inspiration to me as a young drummer, many years ago, he is and always will be my hero.
R.I.P brother ❤
Pete
March 12, 2016
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. Psalms 46:1
R.I.P. Mon batteur et homme préféré!
March 12, 2016
March 12, 2016
Anniversary today for Clive Burr, Rest in peace brother and thanks for all the great music!!!
The awesome Clive Burr,59 today-legend sadly missed.
March 8, 2016
Sibyl S.
March 8, 2016
In remberence. Happy Birthday Clive!
from Italy
March 8, 2016
Ariel B.
February 29, 2016
RIP my HERO...
September 2, 2015
Still missing you Clive...
Ariel B.
June 26, 2015
RIP Clive, Great Man and Great Drummer
S. S.
March 9, 2015
Happy Birthday Angel...
March 7, 2015
Steve Warwick
February 20, 2015
I new Clive from school, I remember going into the co-op in East Ham and clive ask for the new Stevie Wonder single " My Cherry armour " and we were at East Ham Grammar school LOL great times mate RIP condolences to all the family. COYI's xx
Sybil S.
January 25, 2015
You are near, even if I don't see you
You are with me, even if you are far away.
You are in my heart, in my thoughts,in my life,
Always.
RIP Clive, Great Drummer.
No One Like Him
A A
January 25, 2015
La notte si avvicina e con essa il dolore staziante del tuo ricordo....
Silvia
March 12, 2014
March 12, 2014
Today your smile lit up the day,
Tonight our tears 'll bathe your memories...
A Strong embrace to Mimi'
Miss you.....
A.A. Italy
March 12, 2014
Dear Clivey, do you know what's the difference between you and a star? the star shines in the sky...You shine in my heart..!!!!
Miriam
March 8, 2014
Ariel A.
March 7, 2014
JUAN MORENO
February 10, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sybil S.
January 12, 2014
Greatest drummer ever! Rock on forever Clive!
Frank Scalia
April 17, 2013
One of my favourite drummers. Thanks for the inspiration. RIP.
Amy
April 12, 2013
Run to the hills Clive....
John Golden
April 1, 2013
I discovered Clive Burr as a 15 year old drummer in 1980 with the release of "Iron Maiden". I was so influenced by him I played, dressed and cut my hair to resemble him as much as possible. I've been a Clive Burr devotee my entire drumming life and was devastated when I learned of his passing. A day hasn't gone by that I've not listened to the first 3 Iron Maiden albums. This world is much emptier without you but you are at peace. I'll miss you Clive.
Marlo Ruggiero
March 27, 2013
As clives cousin, it is comforting to read all of the messages about how my cousin influenced your life. He was always so giving to fans and genuinely appreciated all of ur good wishes...thank you for your kind words...we miss him dearly
sean vines
March 25, 2013
An awsome drummer Clive. Rest in peace mate.
March 24, 2013
You are opening your hand and satisfying the desire of every living thing...pslm.145:16.......m
Drum Stick Clive 1992 - gig with Mike Farb Gere band
March 20, 2013
To the memory of a great Drumer and Friend Clive Burr.
We met in london in 1992 and friends all these years.
Clive always friendly coming to our shows at the Alike Cooper tribute to Alice Cooper - UK.
He is and always will be a great Drumer!
Condolescences to his family, partner and friends.
May Clive rest and peace and Jesus be with him.
Rock On my Friend!
Marcos
Heidi Stewart
March 18, 2013
Rest in peace Clive The music you and your family band members have given through the years has touched my life for so many years. Your life was fulfilled with entertainment for others . Awsome performances along with insperation . Thank you you have touched so many. You have passed on but you will never go forgotten. Rest in peace. Symphothies go out to your family. Thank you for the greatest of memories.
March 18, 2013
no pain no more rip my freind!!
Joe Adamo
March 18, 2013
Clive I also suffer from ms thank you for being so brave and fighting so hard we will keep your fight going. Rip clive we miss you......
Rita Wall
March 18, 2013
Thank you for the great music you shared
rita
JW
March 18, 2013
May I offer my deepest condolences to the family of Clive Burr. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. Even though, I dont know how you feel, God knows and he wants you to throw your burden upon him, because he cares for you.
March 18, 2013
Much too soon for you to leave us. Rock on! R.I.P. Clive.
milt c
March 17, 2013
R.I.P. Clive Burr,one of the Greatest drummers ever.You are greatly missed.
Phillip Farina
March 17, 2013
The metal world grieves for you! Thank you for the great music! RIP CLIVE
Phylllis Podesva
March 17, 2013
I like iron maiden sorry for your lost of Clive burr.
Lynda Flowers
March 17, 2013
May you rest in peace.
Sharon Williams
March 17, 2013
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
March 17, 2013
REST IN PEACE CLIVE
March 17, 2013
R.I.P
Randy Young
March 17, 2013
Thanks for the memories and the music you created, R.I.P. in Rock n Roll Heaven Clive...
Trish Dutton
March 17, 2013
May GOD be with your loved ones & friends. GOD needed another angel. Prayers are sent to your family. RIP , AMEN
March 17, 2013
Rest In Peace Clive!
Jeanine
March 17, 2013
How lucky we all were for Clive to have shared his wonderful talent with the entire world. He will live on forever in our hearts and in the music. God bless his soul. God bless Mimi.
March 17, 2013
hey pretty...thanks for the great drumming music and thank you for beeing a small part of your life. renate
ARIEL STAHAM
March 17, 2013
TODAY THE SKY IS GREY AND WEEPS WITH US YOUR DISAPPEARANCE...
R.I.P. MY SWEET ANGEL
FOREVER
ARIEL
-+'''RAWK ON!
DAVID RICHARDSON
March 17, 2013
R.I.P ...30 2 MINUTES TO MIDNIGHT
mike lester
March 16, 2013
Another loss to the music world. You will never be forgotten
Eduardo Arcega
March 16, 2013
Descansa en Paz Clive, los fans de Iron Maiden de todo el mundo te recordaremos. Un abrazo para toda su familia desde Chile.
Eduardo Arcega
Sandy
March 16, 2013
My condolences to Clive's family, friends and fans. I didn't know Clive, but music seems to know no boundaries. His legacy to the world, awesome drumming straight from the heart. From my heart, I give him my favorite Bible verse:
Psalm 131:2
But I have stilled and quieted my soul...
Jurij Franceskin
March 16, 2013
The last salute from me and friends.
Hallowed be Thy name.
Crystal Brimer
March 16, 2013
My condolences. He was an awesome man. RIP Clive. You will always be remembered.
March 16, 2013
RIP... He was one of the best and ionic drummers in metal! His distinctive sound made Iron Maiden such a great metal band!
Laura Wadas
March 16, 2013
R.I.P. many great times..Thanks for the drum sticks..
March 16, 2013
Peace
March 16, 2013
Up the angels xxxxxxxxxxxxx R I P Mr burr. All thoughts with family and band
Robin Nelson
March 16, 2013
To the Family of Clive Burr may you find comfort knowing that he is playing a tune for you in his place of peace with all the legends...take of your selves and take of each other...
Mary Richards
March 15, 2013
Clive, thanks so very much for sharing your gifts with the world and to the Burr family for sharing Clive with us. I know you're in Heaven's band with the rest of the best! My heartfelt love and prayers to your family and friends. Wherever they are, God and you are. Thanks for the happy memories, plan to meet you one day. God Bless you all.
Jon Lowder
March 15, 2013
God bless
March 15, 2013
2 A GREAT DRUMMER TO SOON TO BE GONE KEEP DRUMMING AWAY UP IN HEAVEN. R.I.P THANKS FOR SOME GREAT MUSIC. PHYLLIS
Christopher Mayberry
March 15, 2013
My sincerest condolances to the Burr family at this time. Clive's influence shall transcend time. What a magnificent talent that shall be missed. God Bless!
Rachel
March 15, 2013
I send all my condolences to the Burr family. May God be with you in this time of grief.
Al Perkins jr.
March 15, 2013
Rest in peace Clive...your excellent Drumming made iron maiden bust out of the gates and on their way in the heavy metal world for sure!My deepest condolences go out to his family ,Buds and all us fans ...We lost another great one :(
"Eddie"
March 15, 2013
You're "Running Free" Now bro of all the earthly trials, and ailments. Thanks for your contribution to the Maiden Legacy.... RIP..
March 15, 2013
May you rest in Peace...
Ellen Thompson
March 15, 2013
Rest in peace
Bridget Kintz
March 15, 2013
RIP LOVED YOUR MUSIC AND THE WAY Y'ALL SING HISTORY FROM MUSIC LIKE ALEXANDER THE GREAT. THAT WAS MY FAVORITE...
March 15, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time and that God cares for you and will help you during your time of need. Psalms 121:2 says"My help is from God. The maker of heaven and earth." With deepest sympathy.
Scott Bate
March 15, 2013
RIP Clive, loved your drumming with Maiden in the early days.
rick tenorio
March 15, 2013
RIP CLIVE, YOU WERE ONE OF THE REASONS OF WHY I LOVED PLAYIN THE DRUMS..GOD BLESS!
Linda Jackson
March 15, 2013
You will be missed and my thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. What a talented man.
March 15, 2013
Rest in peace ~
Rhonda Gerten
March 15, 2013
What a gifted and handsome sweetheart! Rest in peace. I'm so sad. My tears i cry for your loved ones!
Jim
March 15, 2013
Life is always too short, but music is eternal. RIP, drummer man.
J Bessette
March 15, 2013
RIP, Clive. You will be missed.
March 15, 2013
May it comfort you to know that God, as well as others, care about your feelings at this time of your loss.
Sincerely,
March 15, 2013
May the family rely on the God of all comfort during this time.
Anna hendon
March 15, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Michael Potorff
March 15, 2013
An excellent drummer, and by all accounts a great person. R.I.P. Mr. Burr.
Pat
March 15, 2013
I am sorry for the loss of Clive Burr. May the God of peace surrounds you with his tender mercy during this sad time.
March 15, 2013
Deeply missed ....rip Clive...you will be missed....drum your way to heaven!
A. Friend
March 15, 2013
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. May the God of all comfort give you the strength to cope. 2 Corth 1:3
GREENMAN FROST
March 15, 2013
NOW YOU JAM WITH THE ANGELS! RIP,CLIVE!!!
BARBARA
March 15, 2013
REST IN PEACE.
John
March 15, 2013
R.I.P. you will deeply be missed !!
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