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Curtis Fowlkes
1950 - 2023
Curtis Fowlkes
1950 - 2023
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BORN
1950
DIED
2023
Curtis Fowlkes Obituary
Curtis Fowlkes was a jazz trombonist and singer who pushed the boundaries of avant-garde jazz as part of the Jazz Passengers.
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Tony
February 3, 2024
My heartfelt condolences are offered to the family, many, many friends, colleagues and devoted army fans of Mr. Curtis Fowlkes. Mr. Curtis Fowlkes was a jazz trombonist and singer who pushed the boundaries of avant-garde jazz as part of the Jazz Passengers. He was greatly admired by many fellow artists and all those who knew him. May the love and many, many special memories you shared with your devoted loved one show how much your life was touched by him. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Mr. Curtis Fowlkes. May his music and legacy keep his memory alive forever. Thank you for Mr. Curtis Fowlkes' contribution to the Jazz industry.
Janelle Almendis
October 6, 2023
Music is a heavenly gift, May his legacy and gift continues. May God comfort your hearts. Accept my condolences.
RB
September 15, 2023
A jazz musician extraordinaire, he never disappointed when you heard him play. Prayers of strength and comfort for the Fowlkes family and friends, your loss is shared by so many, God be with you all.
RB
September 14, 2023
Absolutely loved his music, a legend and a trailblazer. Truly a loss to the jazz world. My deepest condolences to the Fowlkes family, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you to help you in your time of loss.
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Elizabeth Bell
September 13, 2023
R.I.P. Mr.Curtis
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