Paul-English-Obituary

Paul English

Age 87

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DIED
February 11, 2020
AGE
87

Obituary

Paul English was the longtime drummer, best friend, and bodyguard for legendary country music artist Willie Nelson. For full obituary and coverage from Legacy.com, click here.

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Paul was one of the best. I met him in April of ‘85 when my band TC and The Tennessee Deluxe opened a show in Americus, Ga. I played golf with Willie, Paul, Budrock, Poodie and a few others in Spicewood, Tx. Paul and I hit it off on the stage in Americus when he picked me up and hugged me like I was his son. RUP Paul, you were the best.

A dedicated member of THE FAMILY a great drummer and a Good friend to Willie. I am a late commer to the Willie Nelson Country Music,thank you Paul English, RIP.

God rest your soul, of course. I never knew you. But I know your son Daryl, DW that's what we always called him. He was truly a very good friend to me, and I used to love to listen to all the stories he would tell, about the times on the road, and just that lifestyle. He is truly one of the best persons, I've ever known. Hope that your drums, keep that beat of eternity, as they did, in that outlaw country genre. Nothing but love. Thank you Paul, you're life made a difference....

Paul and I were friends for over 35 years. He was on my mind and in my heart today. I needed to let him know how much I loved him and appreciated his friendship.
-Don Sagraves

You have my deepest heart felt sympathy in the passing of Paul . He will always be there for each one of the heart

I met Paul at the Texas State Fair one year. I can't remember the year. Very nice guy and really approachable. Great drummer. R.I.P.

Just wanted to offer my condolences to Paul's family, friends, Willie and his band. Thankful that I got to meet Paul. Keep playing those drums in Heaven! If you see Mike Reed up there, enjoy a jam session together!

Paul thanks for the memories rest in peace you are always on our mind miss you .