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1938
DIED
2024
Duane Eddy Obituary
Duane Eddy was an early rock and roll guitar hero known for his influential twangy sound, heard on songs like "Peter Gunn" and "Rebel Rouser."
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Chip Fitts
July 9, 2025
DUANE EDDY PLAYED GUITAR ON NANCY SINATRAS HIT THESE BOOTS ARE MADE FOR WALKING. LOVE THE SONG. HEARD IT MANY TIMES. REST EASY DUANE EDDY
Chip Fitts
July 8, 2025
DUANE EDDY WAS AN AMAZING GUITARIST AND MUSICIAN. LOVED HIS RECORDS RIP
David Van Kavelaar
November 25, 2024
I sat down at the computer and searched for Duane Eddy tunes on the net. Wow, a great live version of Cannon Ball, and then Dixie, Because They're Young, and Wildwood Flower. Sounds just as good now as when the songs were cut back in the fifties and sixties. So what's Duane up to these days was on my mind as I began my search but was shocked and saddened at the notice of Duane's passing. In reading some of the comments written by his acquaintances, friends, and family, Duane was a special person in so many ways. In my music room above our garage are pictures of very special (to me) entertainers and composers. Duane's photo will certainly be placed on my Wall of Honor. My sincerest condolences to Duane's family.
Harry Simpson
June 28, 2024
Godspeed Duane, a long life well lived, and thank you for the wonderful film, TV, and especially the wonderful music memories, and some of the anthems of my youth, and beyond. Unforgettable. Again, thank you Duane, and unforgettable.
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JACK WALTON
May 23, 2024
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JACK WALTON
May 23, 2024
Bought my first Duane Eddy single ( Cannonball ) in 1959. It was the first of many ! I've followed Duane since then, seeing him in concerts in the U.K. on many occasions was always a great experience. He was gracious enough to make time for fans and my wife and I were fortunate to meet up with him and his lovely wife Deed in Nashville some years back for dinner. Losing this guy is like losing a big brother. A huge musical influence on me personally and the stimulus for me to take up guitar many years ago. He will be missed not just as a musician but, perhaps more importantly, as a genuinely nice man. R.I.P. Duane and thanks for all the great musical memories, the soundtrack to my life.
Kelly Eddy
May 19, 2024
Kelly Eddy
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Kelly Eddy
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Kelly Eddy
May 19, 2024
The time when he came to visit his family in Towanda. I was 12 years old. He came to see our family, especially our beloved Great Grandmother Daisy Eddy. (She was the BEST EVER, great grandmother by the way!) He visited us at our campground at Sunfish Pond and we all listened to his music. What a fun time that was! I also was able to see him many times on tv and also very blessed to have another visit with he and his wife, Deed about 8 years ago. We were so lucky to hear him play some of his best hits in person! Yay! Our family visited Laquin too, where Duane´s father, Uncle Lloyd, my Great Uncle Glenn and my grandfather were born. What a fun time that was! Duane will be missed by so many ppl, especially his family in Towanda.
Janette Wellens
May 14, 2024
RIP Duane
Shirley Morgan
May 11, 2024
Some time ago my partner ted Palmer, his mother Iris and myself went to see Duane in concert at great Yarmouth in a circus theatre. At the end of the show, Duane was signing autographs. Ted asked Duane if he would say hello to Iris who was still sitting down, she wasn't allowed to climb the small platform, so Duane got up and climbed over, I remember deed shouting oh my gosh what is Duane doing? Duane greeted Iris with a big kiss on the cheek. I remember Duane saying someone was taking a picture of Duane and Iris but I don't know who? We never had a camera so couldn't take a photo. I and ted would love to have a copy of the photo, as when we tell anyone Iris met Duane noone would believe us. I know Phil pell was there filming also. That whole evening was sensational. God bless you Duane, you made an elder lady happy that day. The next morning in the hotel room she was still hugging Duane's photo, saying what a lovely man. Yes, Duane you were an inspiration to all, an excellent guitarist who will be sadly missed. Deepest sympathies to deed and family at this sad time. God bless. RIP Duane. Kind regards Ted Palmer and Shirley Morgan, Selly Oak, Birmingham, United Kingdom. Ted is a member of the UK Duane Eddy Circle.
Mary Raymond
May 10, 2024
As a kid I loved his music. When I watched him perform one day on TV, likely a Dick Clark show, he became my big crush and I push Fabian aside for him. About eight years ago I discovered his music again and started catching up to his career and what I'd missed. He's the last of the surviving R&R trailblazers and I feel like the volume is now concluded. A very strange feeling. RIP, Duane, and enjoy all those eternal concerts Up There.
Nicole Eddy
May 8, 2024
His music
Robert Eddy
May 8, 2024
Years ago, I heard of Duane Eddy and listened to some of his music. It wasn't until recently that I was made aware that he was a distant cousin. Condolences to the family, And now, once again, I have been listening to his music that lives on in our hearts. RIP Duane.
John Johnson
May 7, 2024
As a youngster, I bought all of his albums and wore them all out. Later, as a so-called air personality, I was fortunate enough to play his music on the air waves. In my years in the educational field, I taught his grandsons in class and got to meet and talk with him at a school function. Even though I was in my 50's at the time, it was a thrill to speak with him. Great talent that can't be replaced! My condolences to his family.
Ward John
May 6, 2024
Years ago I was a limo driver in Atlantic City NJ I drove the everly bros and Mr Eddy the same time. I mentioned to Mr Eddy I played as well, Without missing a beat he pulled out his guitar and handed it to me, I was
In shock,
I sat in the back of the limo in front of these rock gods playing the rabble rouser´s guitar! How many people can say that? What a great guy. He gave a nobody limo driver the thrill of this life or any other.
Peter Wuerth
May 6, 2024
I met Duane and Deed in Lake Tahoe in 1979 ..we were neighbors.We got to know each other through just saying hello in passing.Gracious folks that welcomed me into their lives quickly.They moved to Tennessee and I to Massachusetts yet we stayed in touch through the years via phone calls usually at Holidays..RIP my Friend and Deed know i will always regret not coming to visit..May all our wonderful memories of Duane carry us through these saddest of times..All My Love Peter
Laurie
May 4, 2024
My first memory of Duane Eddy, was when I was about 10 (1981) My grandmother loved him! She was listening to him one day. And, I came in from outdoors, and started snapping my fingers and tapping my foot to the music My grandmother asked me if I liked it? I said yes! That´s when she told me, he was my Cousin Have loved him ever since!! May you Rest Peacefully, Dear Cousin! And, May your wife Deed, and family find peace and comfort, as well! I hope you´re twanging for her tonight in heaven, cause today is her birthday! I hope you will be there twanging for me, when I enter My Blue Heaven Love, your Cousin & Fan! Laurie Wallace Eckman
M
May 4, 2024
What a great singer he was. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this difficult time.
John DeCecco
May 3, 2024
Deed, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers, and our sincerest condolences.
Duane inspired many with his talent, but he inspired many more by being the warm and gracious person that he was.
All of my family's love go out to you
J(ust an Old Cowboy)D
Edward J Brace Sr
May 3, 2024
When I was a young lad in 1958 or 1959 and when I heard Rebel Rouser I was hooked been a huge fan ever since.
Robert J. Eddy
May 3, 2024
Years ago, I heard of Duane Eddy and listened to some of his music. I also was born in Corning and sometimes asked if we were related. It wasn't until recently that I was made aware that he was a distant cousin. Condolences to the family, RIP Duane. And now, once again, I have been listening to his music. Thank you for your great musical talent, God Bless.
Don Craft
May 3, 2024
When I first heard Guitar Boogie and Arthur Smith. I was a big fan. When first Heard Duane Eddy and the Rebels I was a huge fan of his style. Rock on Duane.
John Tweed
May 3, 2024
I was 14 years old when I first heard Rebel Rouser and I became a real fan thereafter with shelves full of albums and 45's here at home in the UK to prove it. Last night I had just heard about Duane's passing when my wife (who knew nothing of Duane's passing) returned home from her art class to show me an amazing painting she had created that evening. It is of a man in the twilight walking away from the viewer along a path in a copse of trees in the moon light towards the light. For me that painting said it all. RIP Duane I never met you but I felt as though I knew you.
RB
May 3, 2024
Prayers for the Eddy family, May God be with you to help you through your time of loss.
Elizabeth Bell
May 2, 2024
RIP Duane
Ellen Lerner ODonnell
May 2, 2024
When he came to work at MCAMusic when I was working there . We became very close friends and I am very saddened at this loss. I also knew his wife Deed way before she became his wife .... Again at MCA Music , she came in as a writer with a beautiful voice and we sang some demos together. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Ken Crozier
May 2, 2024
Proud to have been born in same hospital as you, a few years later.
Corning, New York will never forget you. As a military brat,
I took your music wirh me all over the world. Glad you got here
To see the painting of you
Covering the whole outside
Wall on one of our buildings
For all to see. PEACE, keep
Twanging.
Tim Ghianni
May 2, 2024
https://tim-ghianni.blogspot.com/2024/05/regretting-that-my-last-dance-with.html
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