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Enjoyed talking with Syl Johnson at the old Burning Spear. He was a nice gentlemen.
Krysti Cunningham
February 13, 2023 | Highland Park, IL | Friend
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Syl Johnson was a soul and blues singer and guitarist known for songs including “Different Strokes,” “Is it Because I’m Black,” and “Take Me to the River.”
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Rest in Peace Mr. Syl Johnson. I've always been a fan. I've always felt like you never got enough recognition for your talent.God has you now. You will be sorely MISSED.Praying for your girls that God will give them the strength to endure. Good Night to one of my favorites
Sharon Winfield
February 18, 2022
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Syl managed and guided our singing group “The Dynamic Tints” in the early 70’s. He was very instrumental in our successful record productions. Syl and Jimmy was loved and will be sorely missed by us the surviving members of the Dynamic Tints. Pete Wilson Jr, Ron Quinn and Robert Brown. Our sincere condolences to the family. Blessings
Pete Wilson Jr
February 16, 2022 | Friend
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Syl managed our singing group “The Dynamic Tints” in the 70’s. He was very influential in our musical successes. He was loved by us and will be sorely missed. Pete Wilson Jr. Ron Quinn & Robert Brown surviving members.
William Wilson jr
February 16, 2022 | Friend
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My condolences.
February 14, 2022
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May you be comforted by the loving support of your heavenly Father. Take one day at a time knowing that he cares for you.
Odette
February 13, 2022
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My condolences to the family of Sly Johnson. I worked with Sly many years ago as a local musician in Chicago and with a business venture together. May he rest in power!
Walter "Simtec" Simmons
February 10, 2022 | Chicago, IL | Friend
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He will be missed, i love his music y sincere condolence to the family
Jonelle Castleberry
February 09, 2022 | South Bend, IN
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Sam Thomson was my uncle, my mother brother, Amanda Thompson Foster was my mom,& Syl was my first cousin , I met him in Chicago at my uncle James in Chicago. My Condolences and prayers.
Celestine Foster
February 08, 2022 | Buffalo, NY | Family
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