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Jimmy Buffett
1946 - 2023
Jimmy Buffett
1946 - 2023
Obituary
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BORN
1946
DIED
2023
Jimmy Buffett Obituary
Jimmy Buffett was a singer and songwriter known for such laid-back hits as "Margaritaville" and "Cheeseburger in Paradise."
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395 Entries
Steve frazer
April 7, 2025
Jimmy you were with us through the 70 s
here in Western Australia when we were young and carefree , now we are older but your music lives on through us & our children & your music gave us a hope & postive outlook on life , we are going to miss you buddy , sail on forever but leave some space on the boat for us & we will all sail on together one day , God bless
Codie
December 5, 2024
I love jimmy buffet rip
Tony Spirito
November 8, 2024
Leslie Redaway
October 15, 2024
Rest In Heaven
How you can show support
RICK PLENNES -FAN
April 19, 2024
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
RICK PLENNES -FAN
April 19, 2024
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Janelle Almendis
April 11, 2024
May God's love and hope keep you all
Carson Loveless
March 23, 2024
Condolences to his family and his friends
Ryan caricofe
February 18, 2024
I. Will. Miss. Jimmy. He. Is with. The. Good lord. Now. Too. From Ryan. Caricofe. From. Orrville. Ohio.
Peter Jenkins
February 16, 2024
..another great song writer left this earth. I remember at 4ttt FM in Townsville Australia on New Years Eve 1992 or '93 I was given the overnight
slot and about midnight I played tracks from 'Off to see the Lizard'. So many people dialled in asking for more Jimmy Buffett songs I knew then that this man had a cult following eveywhere! Heaven will be richer for his being there.
Camella Ford
January 27, 2024
In Loving Memory of You! Jimmy Will Always Be Remembered.
Sorry For Your Loss.
Tony
January 26, 2024
My heartfelt condolences are offered to the family, many, many friends, colleagues and devoted fans of Mr. Jimmy Buffett . Mr. Jimmy Buffett was a singer and songwriter known for such laid-back hits as "Margaritaville" and "Cheeseburger in Paradise." 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. Jimmy Buffett. May his music and legacy keep his memory alive forever.
Bob Guidry
December 30, 2023
Jimmy, thanks for all the millions of goose pimples!!!!
Kelli Seals
December 21, 2023
I was a 14 year old in 1973 & was introduced to Why don´t we get drunk....i was cracking up. Next up was Juicy fruit. I was hooked! At the time I was loving Dan Hicks & his Hotlicks so you can understand my off the beaten track music love. Fast forward to 2023. Jimmy lifted me up during HS deaths of close friends, 2 divorces, death of my adult daughter and many life tragedies. He also brought much joy to my tropical travels, music to fish by & more fun I can describe at my many many concerts. He was my life´s song writer & mentor. I am still grieving & may until I sail away also. Much love from my Parrothead heart!
Rebekah Everett
November 23, 2023
In 2012, I was able to buy tickets to our first concert in Orange Beach AL. We live in Knoxville TN. We took the
Rebekah Everett
November 23, 2023
Once I was cleaning in a large closet, listening to Jimmy on Sirius radio. The music truly carried me away and I missed first 2 hours of work .
BARBARA WISBEY
November 22, 2023
THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER ONE LIKE HIM!!!
M and C Smith
November 20, 2023
To one AOPA member to another, Jimmy will always be in the sky with us when we´re flying.
Atty Gail Catalfo
November 9, 2023
I love Jimmy he brought such joy to my life . Labor Day weekend at Mansfield ,MA. was so much fun and crazy. My condolences to his family I feel sad I can´t even imagine the loss of such a spectacular person is to them. He lives on in love in our memories and when I hear his songs or see his face in the media it makes me smile.
T&M Costin
November 8, 2023
I found it profound he died in time to make the Labor Day Weekend show
in Heaven.
Jimmy: It was all magic with you.
Thanks
WRH
October 18, 2023
Condolence to the Buffett family for their loss. May you Rest In Peace Jimmy. WRH
mitchell williams
October 16, 2023
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Lori Bujalski
October 6, 2023
I first saw Jimmy in NJ and was hooked. Saw hij many times after that. Best shows ever was Nw Year's Eve in NYC and Atlantic City on the beach. RIP Jimmy, you and your music will be missed. Thanks for the memories
Edward T Bruce
October 6, 2023
Come Monday.You showed us how to live every day like it's going to be your last. R.I.P. Mr. Buffet, I hope to meet you one day on the other side. Bubbles up.
David Malinowski
September 27, 2023
Heard Changes in Latitudes for the first time
David Malinowski
September 27, 2023
Listening to Changes in Latitudes
Kathy Hannahs
September 23, 2023
There are 2 of JB's songs that make my 76 year old battle hardened Vietnam veteran cry: Come Monday and He Went to Paris.
Shirley Moore
September 22, 2023
In my early 20s, after my mom died, I started joining some coworkers/friends at JB concerts for some truly mindless distraction. Some of my best life memories stem from those years. So much joy and silliness and costuming, ha-ha! That man could transport us all to another land where everyone amazingly got along, laughed and sang (loudly) together...One of my very favorite songs is "Death of an Unpopular Poet" - always tears me up. We were all blessed to share space with him for so long. Thank you, Jimmy B., for all of it; love you so much!!!
Carol Day
September 20, 2023
We Love all your songs! Thank you May you rest in Peace. Your songs are all so special.
Ann Riley
September 19, 2023
Jimmy was the longest relationship I had ever had with anyone, and I never met him. He was the soundtrack of my life. Thank you for everything
BARRY TAYLOR
September 18, 2023
what a whole in our HEARTS, you have left us with ! to the Family may God keep you and all the people CORAL REEFER BAND, AND PARRAT HEADS
Tex Perkins
September 18, 2023
I remember when JB came to Key West with a cowboy hat, boots, and a guitar.
I had my cowboy boots on. we had a lot in common both of us from the dear old south and country music. He made Key West the #1 place to see when he wrote all those songs in the 70s and 80s. Jimmy lived 10 lives and is in Heaven now. I said a special Prayed and a Candle for him...... Fisherman Tex KW
Bob Johnson
September 17, 2023
Mrs. Buffett and family, please accept my sincerest sympathy at this time. As you know, the hole in your family right now is immeasurable. But, please know that your grief is being shared by soo many as well and we are sending our prayers and warm thoughts your way. Thank you for lending us your husband, father and friend for so many years.
I met you and your daughter as well as Mr. Buffett in palm beach back in the late 90s. I moved to West Palm from Tampa during that time for two reasons- it was closer to the keys and Jimmy Buffett lived there. I picked up an extra job parking cars on the island and you guys finally came into the restaurant one night. Jimmy was the only person that I Ever asked for an autograph out of the countless celebrities that we used to meet while parking millions of dollars worth of cars a night. He was nice enough to have signed a valet ticket I gave to him as he laughed..on this? I responded, that's all I have. I spent an additional few moments letting him know how us parrotheads enjoyed celebrating the lifestyle that he created.
May God allow you and your daughters comfort at this time until you meet Jimmy again..
God bless.
Bob Johnson
Davis Family
September 16, 2023
We send our heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the family of Jimmy Buffett. May your treasured good memories provide comfort for you always. Thank you, Mr. Buffett, for sharing your musical and writing talents with us. Your legacy will continue.
May prayers strengthen you and God´s loyal love always comfort and sustain you. Psalm 23
Paul Sikkel
September 14, 2023
The first time I saw him perform, about 20 years ago. It was truly something special. Such a talent, source of endless energy and creativity.
David & Margaret Crockett
September 13, 2023
Our deepest & most sincere sympathies to the Buffett family during your eternal time of loss will always be with you. We have definitely got the Labor Day Weekend Blues now. On to the next horizon, a pirate looks back at life. We will always love you Jimmy, Dave & Margaret Crockett
Kathy & Brady
September 13, 2023
Jimmy, you taught us how to live life to the fullest each and every day. You taught us how to keep our faces toward the sun so the shadows would fall behind us. You taught us to have fun, smile and be happy. Your wonderful spirit, smile, laugh, style and music will live on in our hearts and souls forever. We will always be part of your flock. Parrotheads and parakeets forever. We will never for get you and all the great memories we´ve shared together through the years. Heaven certainly has gained a bright angelic light in you; one that will no doubt continue to shine rays of sunshine down from above. So, as we adjust to not seeing you face to face again; we will keep our fins up and our shaker of salt and margarita makers near and think of you often. RIP Jimmy. Thank you for everything! You are truly one of a kind. Thank you too for "Bubbles Up" and for reminding us about what´s important in life and saying goodbye. I am praying for your family. May they find peace and comfort while holding tight to all the cherished memories and years together. You will always be with them and us. We miss you my friend.
D. Middleton
September 12, 2023
We will miss Jimmy so much. Condolences to his family. He was a bright light.
Michael Sullivan
September 12, 2023
Michael Sullivan
September 12, 2023
Michael Sullivan
September 12, 2023
My brother introduced me to Jimmy right after I got out of the navy. Went to my first show with him and gave me a bunch of stuff to put on including a crab hat... I asked him if it would be weird if I wore all this stuff. He replied with " it would be weird if you didn´t "
And I never looked back. For 25 years I have followed Jimmy and thank him for the all the memories he left me including my trip to the Woodstock show with my dad.
Sail on my friend
Sully from the Lawn at Great Woods
Linda Wilson
September 11, 2023
We will miss him so much and hold him in our hearts forever. Deepest condolences to his family and friends.
Kate Bell
September 10, 2023
I was about 17 when Dad insisted I listen closely to the hilarious story of The Bear when we were drinking beer & having a great time in his riverside flat. Dad gave me his cassette tape copy of You Had To Be There not long after he gave me his 3 harmonicas and I absolutely loved the harp solo. On the flipside was a tape of silence broken by crow caws & fly buzz where Dad musta forgotten step 2 :-D. I still have the tape, and a new CD copy.
Emma Serafin
September 10, 2023
Sept. 10, 2023
Emma Serafin
I have been a fan of Jimmy Buffett for many years. I have laughed and smiled at every concert I attended, every time I listened to his music or saw him on TV, and numerous gatherings that we had that were Buffett themed. RIP Jimmy, your music will live on forever, and will always be with me!
My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult. So sorry for your loss!
Joan Kyslinger
September 10, 2023
Thank you for your music and than you to your family for sharing you with the world. I just heard your new song Bubbles Up. Absolutely beautiful. RIP God bless all your fans, your music will live on forever in our hearts and our minds! You are loved! From Joannie And Vic Kyslinger
Amy White
September 10, 2023
Sending sincere condolences to Jane, Savannah, Delaney, Cameron and all the Buffet family! Thanks for sharing Jimmy with us all!! Wishing you peace and love!!!
Kathy Hannahs
September 10, 2023
For me, Sept. 1 will always be the day the music died. Rest in peace, Music Man. You did many good things here on earth and you'll always be remembered for that and the joy you brought to life. Many condolences to Jane and the three children. You're man was a hero .
Trish Montenegro
September 10, 2023
Whenever I felt low, if I listened to your music I felt so much better. You have meant so much to so many, thank you. See you on the other side, my lib friend.
Teri Peak
September 9, 2023
I've been a fan of Jimmys since 1977 and even though I lived in the midwest most of my life I dreamt of living the life he sang about. I've lived in Florida for the last 25 years and am close to the beach and still living life through his songs and always will until my time here is done. Rest in Peace Jimmy, you're one of a kind and made life so much better for so many people. Fins Up!
Rick Martin
September 9, 2023
Jimmy's songs could provoke deep contemplation or capture the lighthearted sights and sounds of paradise with just a few words. Every song painted a picture. Through it all are woven the themes of escapism, wanderlust and an unbridled curiosity that makes life a journey worth taking. There was no one like him and doubt if there will ever be another like him. He is truly missed but his music will live on forever.
Corinne
September 8, 2023
In the early 90´s, I worked with a guy that was a true Parrothead! He loved Jimmy Buffet. He got me listening to the Margaritaville man and I was hooked. Life happened and I moved around the country always listening to Jimmy but never getting to see him play. Finally, I attended my first Jimmy Buffet concert in Boston, MA in 2018. I felt so blessed to be in the crowd and close enough to the stage to see him perform. It was one of the best nights of my life -I will never forget it. I listen to Radio Margaritaville all the time. Even when I am out of the house, I play Jimmy Buffet for my fur babies (they love him too)! I am so saddened by his passing but am certain Jimmy has now opened Margaritaville in Heaven and is playing to the numerous fans on the beaches of paradise. Jimmy´s trip around the sun may be over, but his journey in true paradise has just begun. Fins Up Jimmy! See you on the flip-flop side!
Patrick Dunn
September 8, 2023
Thank you Jimmy for all wonderful memories, fun and music. May God grant you peace and your family and friends strength, guidance and comfort during this difficult time.
Susan Magers
September 8, 2023
Dear Jane and family,
Thank you for sharing Jimmy with the world. We grieve his loss with you.
I too recently lost my husband and he also had merkel cell. I feel a connection to you because Jimmy passed away on my husband's birthday.
Bubbles up!
Karen Cabrera
September 8, 2023
You changed my life forever, Jimmy. Fins up!
Nancy Kelly
September 8, 2023
I was born and raised in Key West! I remember my father playing "The Banana Republic in our back yard in Key Haven! My father was the islands Key West High School guidance counselor and every summer went to the Bananas Republic to spend summer immersed in the culture. Jimmy's music was the world to dad and later I became a fan too! One album that I will always love is Floridays!! His music gave Floridians such pride to be a Floridian! (When the Coast is Clear) and Floridays! I know dad is in heaven and no doubt hell be n touch with you Jimmy as he loved you too!
Wes Chapman
September 8, 2023
My prayers are with you your family and all fans!!!! I grew up listening to his music! R.I.P!
Ryan. Caricofe
September 7, 2023
He. Will. Miss. Him. Too. I big fan. Of. Him too. With. The good. Lord. Now. Too ryan. Caricofe. From smithville. Ohio
Ryan
September 7, 2023
I. Was big fan. Of. Him. To he with. The. Good. Lord. Now. To. From. Ryan. Caricofe from. Smithville. Ohio
Amy White
September 7, 2023
My husband and I grew our lives together with Jimmys music, his lyrics and soulful storytelling ,! It is impossible not to have a smile on your face and joy in your heart & soul when listening to Jimmy sing,! He has left an incredible legacy, for which I will always be grateful!
Carolyn MILES
September 7, 2023
JIMMY BUFFETT IF FAMILY TO THE MILES FILY IAM CHARLEDTON MILES SISTER AND HEARYS ARE REALLY BROKEN HE WAS THEIR FOR OUR MOTHER AND SISTER AND WE ARE THEIR FOR UMY GOD BLESS AND HOLD. CAROLYN MILES
Marsha Bank
September 7, 2023
My husband, David, loved loved loved the song Scarlet Begonias. When I found out that Jimmy covered it, he listened to it all the time. David passed away 2 1/2 years ago. Jimmy´s death hit me hard. I hope they´re singing together.
John Flisk
September 7, 2023
I loved Jimmy and his music so much. I always knew that. But it was so much more than just music, a lifestyle, a religion, it was (and will always be my religion.) I usually don´t ever make a fuss about celebrities, but there hasn´t been a day yet that I haven´t shed a tear thinking about a concert I attended, or one of his songs. I live in Chicago, year round. And anyone who lives here knows that the winters can be downright brutally cold. There´s nothing more I can´t stand than being cold and snow. But the first thing I do when I head out to plow the snow, is put his music on, and let my mind escape to somewhere tropical with a beach, ocean, margarita, (maybe a cheeseburger too if I´m hungry) & and the warm sunshine on my face. Always make the job a little easier. Even though you are not with us anymore, you will always be in our hearts. This is not goodbye, but, till we meet again. Until then, fins up, and sail on sailor. Long live the king...king of somewhere hot.
M Evans
September 6, 2023
Parrot Head since 1977. I´m heading to the FloraBama Friday because I don´t know what else to do. "A legend never dies..." Fair sky´s and following seas into the next world Jimmy.
Delores Kerns Ayers
September 6, 2023
Songs on the radio back when you didn´t know who they (the artist) was. Jimmy Buffet´s music was played on the radio by me at the tobacco field, the corn field, and in the tobacco barn. He was great company and brightened my day.
Art Langer
September 6, 2023
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jim Schiely
September 6, 2023
Jimmy was part of all our lives. He brought fun, joy and happiness through this music when we all needed it ! Thank you Jimmy ! Your music and you will live on in our memories for generations!".God Bless You and it´s always five o´clock in Heaven!
Brian Burris
September 6, 2023
How fortunate I am so have seen Jimmy twice with my wife and best friends. So sad to learn of his passing, so happy to have experienced his gift.
Annette S
September 6, 2023
To the Buffett family I'm so sorry for your loss of jimmy. He was such an incredible inspiration to me. I learned to take life a little easier and with a grain of salt with my margarita of course. I am now at retirement age and plan on just taking my time and listening to jimmy Buffett the whole time. He will be very missed. I will cry a little and smile alot and raise my glass to my jimmy. FIns up jimmy . Annette from Cleveland Ohio
Betty Harrison
September 6, 2023
I'm very much a fan from the early seventies. His music did magically take you away whenever you needed. My favorite memory was in 1979 in a club in Bristol Tn . We thought we spotted him. He disappeared quickly when he saw us looking. I prefer to think it was him stopping in on his way to some exotic place. RIP Jimmy
Tonya Williams
September 6, 2023
I loved his concerts, vibes , his laid back lifestyle
Tim Wilder
September 6, 2023
What do you say when the world turns upside down and you are shaken to the core? "Breathe in, Breathe Out, Move On." There is a quote from a song or an interview from JB that can soothe and reset your life. That seems to be the take away I have from my many years as a Parrothead. To the Buffett family, may you have peace and joy knowing he played the grandest Labor Day Weekend Show of his life Saturday. To the band, keep on strumming. Your contribution is not forgotten. To the millions of Parrotheads out there, keep the music loud, the blenders churning, and hand down the lifestyle and memories to as many as you can. I don't have the answers to what comes next, but for me, it will always have some iota of a Buffett memory or song line attached somewhere. And lastly to Jimmy, all I can say is thank you for allowing the world to share your heart, your joy, and your singular wisdom in how to live on this big old goofy world. Fair winds, following seas, and FINS UP!
kenny christensen
September 6, 2023
i loved hearing jimmy buffett everyday i will miss him alot
Mary Hunsicker
September 6, 2023
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Susan Fusaro
September 6, 2023
Dear Family Buffett,
My condolences extended to all !!!
May peace and comfort shine down from above and remember "Come Monday It Will Be Alright"
Warmly,
Susan
Priscilla Sullivan
September 6, 2023
Very thankful to Jimmy and the band for the wonderful memories at Great Woods (xfinity Center) in Massachusetts. Jimmy was a true gift to the world. His peaceful and fun loving spirit brought so much joy to his fans. You will be forever missed Jimmy. I am sure you were welcomed by the Lord upon you entrance into Heaven. Rest In Peace.
Brenda Cooter
September 6, 2023
My painting Thanks for all the happy memories. This Freeport in the Bahamas I painted . Looks like a Jimmy Buffet kind of place. So loved his music . I wish I could have got to have gone to see him in person.Jimmy has forever made a difference in the music world and a reminder to relax and enjoy the simple things like ocean breezes and fun with friends and family.May God bless snd protect his family. Respectfully Brenda Cooter
Sue Thomason
September 6, 2023
Thanks for bringing peace to our lives and reminding us with your music to relax and chill for a long, light life with a little fun.
Tonya Williams
September 6, 2023
Donald A. Lagasse
September 5, 2023
My condolences to jimmy´s family
What a joyful down to earth soul
He always took time for his fans and loved everyone and life to the fulliest
His songs will live on in our hearts forever
Kelley Groel
September 5, 2023
The first time I saw Jimmy play was in Jones Beach during a steady downpour. He came back on stage by himself and played for us for another hour and half, saying "if you can be out in the rain, so can I". Our kids were raised as paraquets in the Denver Parrothead Club until they were old enough to become Parrot Heads. Our family has been to several JB concerts, and it was a part of our lives for as long as I can remember. My job had me train Jimmy's chief pilot and through that connection we were invited backstage at Fiddlers Green. The best concert I saw Jimmy play was in Aspen over Labor Day weekend, 2021. He told lots of stories about his time in Snowmass. The last concert I saw him play was the next night at Red Rocks. I was always saying the whole family needs to get together "one more time" for a JB show before he stops touring. I only wish he stopped touring to finally relax, fly his planes and sail around the world. This one really hurts. I lost my dad to cancer and even though you know the end is near, it's still unexpected when they take their last breath. Prayers for Jimmy's family, and thank you for sharing Jimmy with the world.
Julie K
September 5, 2023
Mark Twain famously wrote about the two most important dates in your life "The day you are born and the day you find out why". Jimmy will never be forgotten. He was a blessing to everyone he met and to his fans! Thank you for all the wonderful memories! He will live on in his music, his generosity and loving kindness. A true legend! Deepest sympathies to his beloved family and dogs! God speed.
Debbie Collins
September 5, 2023
To the family of our Beloved Jimmy Buffett. Thank you for sharing Jimmy to the world. My sincere condolences and prayers. He was certainly one of a kind and his singing always took me away from my troubles.
Debbie Collins
September 5, 2023
I was at the Cowboy Stadium a few years back to watch Jimmy Buffet, Alan Jackson and George Strait. It was my first Jimmy Buffett concert. I was amazed at the Parrot Crowd in the stadium parking lot. They had swimming pools, sand, tiki torches, coconut bras and margarita machines. This was a sight in itself before the amazing concert. So many fun memories. Jimmy was my favorite. I wish I had photos to share.
Millie Ross
September 5, 2023
For Jimmy's family thank you all for sharing him with us. A friend of mine first introduced me to his music on a beach in north carolina, back in 70s. His music got me through some of the toughest times of my life. The love he had for his fans and music came thru in every concert and song he gave us. There will never be another one like him, he didn't just entertain, he connected with all those who came to listen to him. What a wonderful and talented man. He will be missed, he made it possible for us to forget our problems for awhile. We, his fans will miss him, but you his family have the problem of filling up the empty spot he has left in your family. He's making God smile now. Prayers with you.
Sugar pie Culpepper
September 5, 2023
Sail on Sailor!
Kevin Walker, RN
September 5, 2023
I saw Jimmy. 52 times in concert over the years. His music was my saving grace when my brother passed away. In my younger years, if Jimmy was playing within a thousand miles, I would be there. When he passed, it was like losing a family member. Thank you so much for sharing him with the world. There will never be another Jimmy Buffett.
Tonya Williams
September 5, 2023
May you sail on forever Jimmy, I was blessed to have enjoyed your music for over 30 years...you will be forever missed...RIP
Carolyn Frazier
September 5, 2023
To the Buffett family and friends...deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved Jimmy. He was the voice of a section of humanity that enjoyed a good party, the ocean and the wind in their sails. Although we lived aboard a trawler, any of Jimmy's songs were the first music we listened to as we shoved off on another adventure. Fair winds and following seas are what we wish for you all.
Donna Carlson
September 5, 2023
The world has lost a true American Icon! So hard to believe he is gone!
Donna Carlson
Salem, New Hampshire
Terry Sheets-Panama
September 5, 2023
Had the pleasure of being backstage for Jimmy at JazzFest. SO many memories from JazzFest through the years, to riding in the Weiner-mobile to a Houston concert! THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES! I am truly heartbroken. The world lost a GREAT one!
Celeste Jaworski
September 5, 2023
To The Family Of Jimmy Buffett ,this is to let you know of my condolences during this Time,Jimmy was a talented musician,singer,songwriter, author,his music will still be listened,there will never be another one like him,he will be truly be missed. Celeste Jaworski
James R Staney
September 5, 2023
Jimmy sang a song called " When The Coast Is Clear." Well, that song gave me a love for the ocean when no one was around and the beaches were pretty much vacant. It made me think, how much bigger My God, who created me, Jimmy, that ocean, that beach, and some way or another everything in existence, is sooo much bigger than all of us can ever conceive. Well Jimmy, many of your songs brought many of us out of slumps, if only temporarily some joy. Thank you for that, Godspeed brother, hope to someday listen to another Buffet concert on the other side.
Nancy Schmid
September 5, 2023
Jimmy has been a staple in my adult life for over 40 years- he gave us a better world full of dreams to dream, journeys to sail and taught us to live our best lives! RIP Jimmy, Sept 1, the music did NOT die- the world is with you playing the legacy you have left for us to cherish! Some day we will all be in heaven's harbor, god willing ! Cheers to you JB!
Debbie Ellison
September 5, 2023
Jimmy Buffett music. Your heart soon will be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. May the Guardian Angel watch over you. RIP Jimmy Buffett
Donald Corey
September 5, 2023
I never met Jimmy but like so many he's been a huge part of my life since my first concert in 1980. I feel like I knew him through his music, books, and performances. He always had something to say or sing that I needed to hear, or just made things so much better. When my daughter was married the father daughter dance was to, you guessed it "Little Miss Magic". I want to offer my heartfelt condolences and prayers to Jimmy's family. You shared him with all of us Parrot heads for years and we thank you for that. Jimmy I wish you fair winds and following seas and of course Fins Up!
Lisa Coletti
September 5, 2023
My sincere condolences to Jimmy's family, friends, and band members. Such a tragic loss. Absolutely devastated. RIP Jimmy, you are so loved by many people.
Cathie Giuliano
September 5, 2023
The impact of Jimmy's spirit, heart and soul will live on. The world would be a much better place if we ALL lived embracing his attitude. May his family find comfort in their memories.
Chris Ducote
September 5, 2023
Jimmy, you will be missed by so many. You were a great friend that I never met. Your Songs and Joy always brought smiles to my face even in times of sadness. You have had such an impact on my life. Im really gonna miss you old friend.
Regine Lopez
September 5, 2023
Gosh I remember being a kid like 30 years ago and my parents and us singing and dancing his songs. I´ve been a lifelong fan of his. I´m heartbroken that he has passed and I know the world is a little less bright without him, but I do know that he´s in a better place jamming out & having a blast! May you rest in peace, Jimmy.
Alexandria
September 5, 2023
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen
My condolences to the family. Thank you for sharing your husband, father and brother with us. He truly was a man of many talents. I was and am a life long Jimmy Buffett fan. I bought my first Buffett album at 12 years old and have continued my collection though my adulthood. Also enjoyed seeing him multiple times in concert. I even took my daughter to see him for the first time at the young age of 4. I've been teaching my grandkids his songs. Jimmy's music will live on in my family, it is the soundtrack of my life. Jimmy Buffett will be greatly missed by all. Love you like one of my own. Rest in peace my friend.
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Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
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Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
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The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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