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Rick Huxley Obituary
Clark announced Huxley's death Tuesday, saying the news was "devastating."
Huxley played on the band's signature hits from the era when they rivaled the Beatles in popularity.
Their best known songs included "Bits and Pieces" and "Glad All Over." They enjoyed a large following in the United States after appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show.
The band was known for drummer Clark's driving beat and his exuberant vocals, but they faded after several years and broke up in 1970 after 12 years together.
They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008.
Huxley, who suffered from emphysema, died Monday.
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Memories and Condolences
for Rick Huxley
180 Entries
December 1, 2024
a nice man
KATHY KEARNS
April 25, 2018
WE LOVED YOU AND THE GUYS MY SISTER AND I WHO JUST PASSED AWAY TOO IN MARCH, LOVE AND PEACE YOU DONE GOOD KATHY KEARNS AND SISTER SHIRLEY, REST IN PARADISE DEAR ONE.
A L
February 28, 2017
Rest in peace Mr Rick Huxley. A great musician who is missed.
Harry Simpson
February 11, 2017
Godspeed, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
November 1, 2014
rest in peace richard tottenham london
October 5, 2014
good man richard tottenhqm
October 5, 2014
good mam richard tottenham
Victor Checketts
December 30, 2013
Very sad to hear about passing of one more of the Dave Clark Five. There music was so upbeat and fun to dance to. I can only imagine he will be jamming with Mike Smith, Lenny Davidson, and Denny Payton again in that great band in heaven. Rest In Peace Rick and thank you for all the music you made with this great group.
April 26, 2013
You will always be a true legend in my heart! You brought so much to life with your time on earth! Peace...
Keith Maskell
March 31, 2013
Sad news, he gave me great memories from the Royal Tottenham with DC5 happy days Keith.
RODGER FLORES
March 2, 2013
YOU WILL BE MISSED.
March 1, 2013
rest in peace rick xx lovely down to earth man
February 22, 2013
GOD WILL SUSTAIN IN YOUR HOUR OF NEED."HAPPY ARE THOSE WHO MOURN,SINCE THEY WILL BE COMFORTED."...~~~~~
February 21, 2013
We will miss Rick, but God needed a bass player, I guess.
February 18, 2013
When I was about 15 I saw them Live at the Cleveland Playhouse. Wwent to see their movie "Having a Wild Weekend" at a local movie theater. They were always my favorite British Invasion band.
allan r
February 17, 2013
My first concert was the DC5 at Melodyland theater in Anaheim, Ca. 1964. I was 16 and I'll always remember the experience, Thank you and God bless.
Randy
February 17, 2013
Still feeling, Glad all over.
February 17, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of grief. God cares for you and will help you during your time of need. ( Psalms 121:2)
Char
February 17, 2013
Thanks ! Your music still makes me young again.
Must be a place where the universe rocks today!
Steven Johnson
February 17, 2013
Jehovah God can certainly use a bass player. After ths promised resurrection found at Act 24:15 is fulfilled Rick can play for God.
Susan
February 17, 2013
Thank YOU For The Great Music Of The OLDESBTGOODES Rick. Love The Songs.
Jon Soz
February 17, 2013
loved DC5 since I was 9, now57 still great music thank
Bill Lawhorn
February 17, 2013
Learned some of my first basslines almost 50 years ago from Rick, and James Jamerson. I had a lot of fun playing in bands, myself! Sadly after the passing of Denis,Lenny,and Mike only Dave remains of the band known as "That driving Tottenham sound". You all will be missed.
February 16, 2013
I got to see the Dave Clark Five at the Cincinnati Gardens...can't remember what year, but they put on a very good show.
Regina
February 16, 2013
May you find peace and comfort in Eccl. 9:5 . You have my deepest sympathy.
Kathy S
February 16, 2013
The DC5 were one the best bands ever...clean cut, great songs, unforgetable. May God Bless Ricks family and give you comfort. He will never be forgotton.
Jeanette
February 16, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Rick Huxley during this difficult time. God's word, the Bible, speaks of a time when all sorrow, suffering, injustice, sickness and death will be no more - Isaiah 65:17,21-24.
February 16, 2013
Good night Rick, until that glorious morning arrives.
D Hardison
February 16, 2013
My condolences are with the Huxley Family in their time of grief.
At times like these, 'God can give us "power beyond what is normal," so we can keep going from one day to the next. (2 Cor.4:7) May your memories continue to bring the family a measure of comfort.
February 16, 2013
Saw the DC5 in New Haven, CT a few light years ago. They were my band, bought all their albums saw the movie. Those were the good times! Rest in peace Rick.
Solomon and Malcolm Young
February 16, 2013
My twin brother and I play bass in middle school. We really enjoy the rich and low voice of the bass. John 5:25 says," ... All those in the memorial tombs will hear the voice of the Son of God and those who have taken heed will live."
Jill
February 16, 2013
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.
C.S
February 16, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bessie Barrick
February 16, 2013
I only knew him as a fan, but morn his passing as if he were a friend. The DC5 was my favorite group when I was a teenager. My sympathies to the family.
Skip DeHart
February 16, 2013
I saw, listened and danced to the DC5 at the University of Virginia in the early '60s. The guys were truly great.
Paul Gardner
February 16, 2013
The 3 big rivals of the 60's British invasion were the Beatles, Rolling Stones and the Dave Clark 5. The DC 5 made more appearances on the Ed Sullivan Show than any one performer. Rick Huxley was a very big part of all of the fun we had back then. Great music. My condolences to his family.
February 16, 2013
save me a spot rick thanks
February 16, 2013
you were the best rick catch us if you can your fan steve
Selma' Coleman-Boyd
February 15, 2013
I love the DC5!
Rick Huxley
Whole,Safe and Intact
Susan McCaskill
February 15, 2013
I remember when DC5 played at the Terrace Ballroom in downtown Salt Lake City when I was a preteen. Rick was looking in our direction and I was instantly smitten! I had a huge crush on him after that. So Sorry to learn of his passing.
Nick Cann
February 15, 2013
I had the exceptional privilege of having Rick play Bass in my local London Band during the eighties. He was a kind, funny, brilliant guy. We lost touch when I moved to Spain, but we found each other again over the internet, and had some great chats up until a few weeks ago.
God bless you my friend, and may you be playing up there when it is my turn...I shall miss your incredible humour and compassion.
Alan Palmer Sarnia
February 15, 2013
Old Memories come back to me of Tottenham UK 1962 & 63 Those were the days rest in Peace my Friend.
Jerry Denton
February 15, 2013
We have lost another great musician of the sixties. My sympathy to the family.
Cheryl Bean
February 15, 2013
Living in the sticks meant looking for a way to be entertained which your parents would approve of. Rock and Roll did that - and along with the Fabs - the DC5 helped propel from childhood to womanhood. I never saw them in person but loved their music. I too rushed home from Sunday evening church services to watch Ed Sullivan and the DC5. Funny to think of it now - but very important to make it home in time to catch the show. Thanks for the memories. Prayers for all his fans, family and friends.
Dr. Jerry Fay
February 15, 2013
Great band and we serve a great God. May he bless you Rick with eternal love.
Blackie James
February 15, 2013
Rick you will not be forgotten and your contribution to the music scene will remain forever. Rest well until we meet again.
lille ing
February 15, 2013
Another fav band member from my childhood is gone. i enjoyed dc5 music ie. bits & pcs. A time will come when all those who have suffered the infirmities of old age will return to their youth- job 33:25.
February 15, 2013
My organism and my heart have failed. God is the rock of my heart and my share to time indefinite. Psalms 73:26
February 15, 2013
Sympathy to family and friends. Sorry for your loss. Eccl.9:5.
William Tanner
February 15, 2013
Your music was an important part of my life back in the early 60's. I dashed to the black and white TV every Sunday to watch the Ed Sullivan show hoping to see if the DC5 was playing. And now along with Denny, Mike and yourself, you can Rock on Forever in Rock and Roll Heaven. You will be missed. My thoughts and prayers to the Huxley Family, Dave Clark and Lenny Davidson. Peace.
Frank W.
February 15, 2013
Thanks for the great music and the memories... you, Mike, Dave, Lenny and Dennis will never be forgotten. God Bless.
Debbie C
February 15, 2013
Thanks for sharing your gift of music with us. I spent many hours listening to you guys on my transistor radio and playing your records. You guys warm my heart with happy memories. May you rest in peace.
karen wotton
February 15, 2013
Thank you for all the great music that Istill play prayers for friends & Family
Ashley Reed
February 15, 2013
It saddens me to hear the loss of such a talented musician. My sympathies to the Huxley family. Losing a loved one is heart breaking. May God comfort them at this time, he is near to those broken at heart and those crushed in the spirit he saves.
Tom M.
February 15, 2013
DC5 Flashback - 5am Christmas day 1965 I unwrapped a portable record player, a Four Seasons Golden Hits album and a 45rpm - "Over and Over", which I played over and over again cranked up LOUD all morning long. That tune hit No.1 the same day on WLS radio in Chicago. I hope I helped. Thanks Rick Huxley and mates for the thrills as fresh today as back then.
February 14, 2013
thanks for the memories, those were the days my friend.....
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Rich Baril
February 14, 2013
Thank you for the music Rick. You always seemed to be a regular guy who just found himself to be a rock star. God speed.
Charlie Woodruff
February 14, 2013
Rick, thanks for the great music and the great memories. So "glad all over" that you and your wife made the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Rest in peace.
Carol Williams
February 14, 2013
Always loved the DC5 and their lead singer, the late Mike Smith. Rick will
be sorely missed by us baby boomers.
Rick's untimely passing leaves only 2
surviving members, Lenny Davidson and
Dave Clark. RIP Rick.
Roy Evans
February 14, 2013
Thanks for the great music and the memories, Rick !! RIP
Gary Busick
February 14, 2013
I loved every beat of every song of the DC5,Thank God for Rick And the band,He Will be missed-Thankfully we have recorded music of Rick and the boy's anytime we get the urge to hear some DC5. May God Bless You.
Mike Swab
February 14, 2013
My condolences. Rick and the group gave many of us so much pleasure.
big fan
February 14, 2013
loved the dc5. big part of my childhood. god bless you rick
Rita
February 14, 2013
His music made us all feel glad all over. Rest in peace and may his friends and family be comforted by fans all over the world.
February 14, 2013
May the God of all comfort be with you.
Sincerely,
Nancy Welsch
February 14, 2013
God Bless you Rick, Bits and Pieces was my favorite songs! RIP You will be missed.
Linda Bendekovits
February 14, 2013
So sorry to hear of Rick's passing my thoughts and prayers are with all his family and friends.
Victoria
February 14, 2013
Dc5 was an important part of my adolescence. Thank, Rick. RIP.
February 14, 2013
God Bless
Chuck Raymond
February 14, 2013
Rick you will be missed. May God watch over you. The DC5 was a favorite of mine. Thank you for what you gave to us. You will not be forgotten.
Cathy
February 14, 2013
The Dave Clark 5 was the first group I stood in line for hours to see. I'll never forget the sounds and the fun this group seemed to have on stage. Rick you may not be here in body but your spirit will live on forever.
R. Bredemeyer
February 14, 2013
We are very sorry to see of Rick's passing. GOD bless his family and friends. He and the group provided us with some great music. RIP.
ER
February 14, 2013
Your music will live on forever. RIP, Mr. Huxley. Condolences to all other fans, family and friends.
February 14, 2013
DC5, ENJOYED THEIR MUSIC BITS & PIECES FAVORITE, ESPECIALLY THE DRIVING DRUMS BEAT.
G. Freeman
February 14, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
louise wisinski
February 14, 2013
God bless you Rick. Thank you for all the wonderful music. My sympathies to both your family and your friends.
B Lucas
February 14, 2013
My sincere condolence for the loss of Rick your dear loved one. May your fond memories of him bring many good thoughts. Peace and love to your family and friends, and to the spirit that you show. [email protected]
Kathleen
February 14, 2013
DC5 were one of my favorite British invasion groups. Rest in peace with Mike and Denis.
Bob New
February 14, 2013
I loved the DC5. "Catch Us If You Can" was my favorite song. I used it for a reunion of my track team; so appropriate for track!! Rest in peace, Rick. Godspeed!!
Pat Howell
February 14, 2013
I am very saddened to hear that Rick has passed away. I always loved the DC 5 and still love listening to their music. My prayers and thoughts are with his family and friends (especially Dave and Lenny)...Know that he is now singing with the angels and joined again to Mike and Denny playing the music for all eternity.
May God bless you.
February 14, 2013
I am deeply saddened to hear about Rick's passing away. I loved the DC5 since they started, and will always remember how much happiness I had whenever I listen to their music...He's now joined Mike and Denny up where the angels sing. My prayers and sympathy to his family and friends.
Carolyn Gard
February 14, 2013
What a wonderful band who made fantastic music. Their songs provided so much fun and many happy memories during my childhood and teen years.
God bless you Mr. Huxley, your family, and surviving band mates. RIP.
February 14, 2013
Rest in peace Rick. I enjoyed listening to the Dave Clark Fives music and going to there concerts when I was growing up.
February 14, 2013
LOVED the DC5 ...I am NOT glad all over since learning of his passing . RIP
David Crowe
February 14, 2013
Another great musician has left us. Our fond memories will never leave us. Some of the best music were made by these great artists of the sixties and their music will NEVER die. RIP Rick, you were great.
Rey Criollo
February 14, 2013
To Mrs. Huxley and Family, Dave and Lenny, So sorry for your troubles.
Cheer up to know Rick lives on in that first note of every DC5 song that jumpstarts hearts to this very day and expect it always will.
RICHARD
February 14, 2013
IT WAS BITS AND PIECES -=----CATCH US IF YOU CAN --RIP YOUR MUSIC LIKE --LENNONS AND HARRISONS WILL LIVE ON --MY FRIEND -.,
February 14, 2013
The Dave Clark 5 was my first Rock and Roll Concert held at the Civic Arena in June of 1964.
Steve Graham
February 14, 2013
Rick,you guys had a sound never equaled. The Beasties must've been looking over their shoulders so often it strained John's eyesight into thinking Yoki was"Mona" RIP
Lucille O'Keefe
February 14, 2013
To Rick's family, may you find comfort in warm memories of a great guy.
Glad all over that the DC5 was a part of my teen years. Not only did I have the pleasure of seeing them in concert on more than one occasion, but was privileged to share a couple of rather amusing moments directly with the guys -- memories I will cherish always.
Remember me to Mike and Denny, Rick. See all of you on the flip side.
Ray Meoni
February 14, 2013
RIP my brother....your music will always be around!
janet allesxandro
February 14, 2013
Rip rick your music will live on for ever!!! My favorite is bits and prices!! God bless u love goes out to your family and friends and god bless them too!!!
Margo Olsen
February 14, 2013
Sorry for your lost! My favorite song was "Catch Me If You Can" Great Beat!
J C
February 14, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the
family of Rick Huxley. The DC5 will
forever be one of my favorites. Thanks
for the rock and roll memories.
Mary Jerz
February 14, 2013
DC5 was a huge part of my teenage years as well as now. Thank you Rick for being a part of my life. Rock on.
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