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Richard Bray
June 28, 2025
You always had a great, funny story to tell. I miss you and your Cheshire smile.
Jennifer Baribault
June 27, 2025
Good night Godspeed
your with the angels
RIP As your soul <br /> Still lives on as<br /> your eternal <br /> body returns <br /> back home to <br /> Heaven!
Jennifer Baribault
June 27, 2025
Jennifer Baribault
June 27, 2025
Denise Bradsher
October 13, 2023
I met him in Underground Atlanta around 1975 when we both saw Piano Red . He asked me to sit at his table as I was trying yo find a place to sit. We spoke of jazz and blues . He stated he learned from each artist he encountered. Lucky as I met Mick in Marrakech in 1999 . Both just incredible gentlemen .
Richard Bray
October 13, 2023
Hi Charlie,
It's been a while.
Though this world us lesser without you in it, we all have much more to look forward to later. Thank you for always being there when you were here.
Sincerely, Richard Bray
You were the best Charlie
Summer Breeze
October 12, 2023
You were the primordial driving force behind The Rolling Stones. Rest In ZPeace Charlie. Condolence to your family.
Your Roots Grow Deep Charlie. Rest In Peace
January 29, 2023
Richard Bray
January 24, 2023
Charlie, what can be said? Life is so much less without your presence. Miss you, love you. See you when I get there.
For Charlie
January 23, 2023
Hydrangeas for Charlie
Bill Harren
September 19, 2022
Bill Harren
June 14, 2022
Charlie,as a teenager in the early 1960’s I listened to you and the Stones. Thank you for all the years of music. You and the Stones were always there. Now we see how fragile and short life is. In a moment here then gone like the wind stealing our life away. My deep condolence to the watts family and close friends of theirs who mourn deeply his passing. RIP. Bill Harren
Bill Reeves
October 27, 2021
Rip charlie--you will be missed--your Drumming genius will never be matched again
Robert Eliasson
October 27, 2021
Your loved by many
Harry Marsh
October 26, 2021
My condolences to the Watts’ family.
we Enjoyed his music and will continue.
Sandra Carver
October 24, 2021
My condolences to Charlie's family, friends, and band mates. He wa an incredibke, steady drummer with a lot if class and a true gentleman and family man. He will be missed by all.
Tom Ficarro
October 6, 2021
A huge loss. Charlie will be so missed. He was a Gentleman and the backbone of the Stones.
I am so sad.
Ray Y.
September 17, 2021
I have been listening to the Stones since I was 14. Charlie Watts.
you will be missed,
Joseph Hough
September 16, 2021
This is a very huge loss. Charlie was one of the best rock drummers in the world and one of my top 10 favorites. I wish I could’ve met him. I had the privilege of seeing the Rolling Stones in 2015 for the ZIP Code tour! They were remarkable! There will never be another drummer who plays like Charlie. I send my prayers to Charlie’s family, Mick, Keith, Ronnie, his closest friends, and everyone else who worked with him. Your legacy will never be forgotten Charlie! God bless you!
Marilyn Connolly
September 16, 2021
Mr. Watts,
Here's hoping that you are with your favorite Jazz artist and your jammin in
the big jam session in the sky.
Thank you for your music both Rock and Roll and especially Jazz. Thank you for your style and humility. You don't find that much of it in the world of entertainment.
Condolences to the Watts family and band mates.
Sincerely,
Marilyn Connolly
Joanne Beeman
September 16, 2021
You will be greatly missed. We all love you Charlie.
Ed Schultz
September 15, 2021
I have no words that would do justice for this man. I will dance to his beat for the remaining days of my life. Sincere condolences to Mr. Watt’s family and his beloved band ❤
Seth Winner
September 14, 2021
I Miss Charlie Watt's Very Much He Was The Ground Floor Of The Rolling Stones, Held That Drum Sound That Helped Define The Stones For 5 Decades, The Stones Will Never Sound The Same. I'm So Luckily To Have The Caught The Stones At Arrowhead Stadium 1972, Charlie Had Shaved His Head For This Concert; Caught The Stones In Boulder, CO At The CSU Stadium In 1978; Caught Up With The Stones In Houston, TX. July, 1998 At A Small Arena Venue Not More Than 40 Feet To The Stage. I'm Sorry and Haven't Stopped Playing My Entire Collection Of The Rolling Stones I'm Sorry For The Loss Of To The Loss Of The Family and The Rest Of Us Will Remember Charlie Watts For What's Left In My Life..
Steffi Gavin
September 14, 2021
RIP Charlie and thank you for having a part in some of the best times in my life. My condolences to the family.
Rickie Perry
September 11, 2021
He was one of the best in the world.
Bill Messacar
September 10, 2021
You've left a legacy no one else can follow - you were the BEST -
R.I.P. SIR
kathleen Garrett
September 9, 2021
Charlie You are and always will be the best drummer ever, my heart weighs heavy along with my daughter, we love you so much and you will be missed, you are forever in our hearts, RIP Charlie Watts
Simon Haberacker
September 8, 2021
My condolences to the family
Shirley Bayer
September 7, 2021
Charlie was the total package....all class, good looking, honorable, stylish and a rocking drummer. I've downloaded and listened to his solo Drum Tracks on Stones songs that were the heartbeat for millions of fans...what an amazing talent. How did he do it and make it look so effortless. Now he belongs to the ages. May God bless his family, friends and all those who loved and cherished Charlie. Love, from a fan.
Mr jody Brachman
September 7, 2021
Hi how are you I am good u I was writing to you to give my condolences to you and your family etc. RIP I loved his music. He seemed like a nice person. I will.miss him so. No rush take care bye
Michael
September 6, 2021
See you Charlie and Thanx so much for the beats.
Debbie Corbin
September 6, 2021
Been a fan of The Rolling Stones since I was a teenager in the 70's. Charlie was the best drummer in the world and so very classy and dignified. I am happy to have been able to see Charle and the band live at their concerts in Toronto. You will be missed dearly Charlie. No one can ever replace you. ❤❤
Patricia McGarvey
September 6, 2021
One of the best drummers in the world. So glad to have seen him live, on more than one occasion. Thee best Rock and Roll Band ever. Charlie you will be sorely missed. Thoughts and prayers to your family band mates and friends.
Stephen Lewis
September 6, 2021
I first heard Charlie Watts and the Stones play back in the mid to late seventies and I have been listening ever since. The Rolling Stones have had a profound effect on my life and Charlie's drumming always swings and he never missed a beat. Even though they will carry on it won't be the same without you Mr. Watts. You were one of a kind, a gentleman, an impeccable dresser and you will be missed. A life well lived and you will live on through the music you left us. Thank you. My thoughts go out to Shirley, Serafina, Your extended family and the rest of the band. RIP
Denise Terrell
September 5, 2021
Shirley i hope you and your daughter and her family are coping the loss of your dear husband .
He seemed such a Gentleman
Take care of yourselves
He is Always in your heart
gloriagnne merkent
September 4, 2021
you will always be the greatest jazz drummer in a rock and roll bad...well done sir, well done...rip..
Steve Mateuszow
September 4, 2021
Such a cool, laid back dude with a great groove.
Susan Hughes
September 4, 2021
I loved Charlie for his coolness, his music talent and his creativity. First and foremost foe his devotion to his family. I would like to know where I can purchase his Art book, Ode to A Flying Bird...
billy alford
September 4, 2021
Thanks for the many years of great performances, U R surely missed & irreplaceable.
SUZANNE (KETTELLE) VIVEROS
September 4, 2021
MY SYMPATHIES TO YOUR FAMILY . I HOPE YOU WILL FIND PEACE IN KNOWING THAT CHARLIE WAS A GREAT MUSICAL CONTRIBUTOR TO THE WORLD. FREQUENTLY HE MADE ME LAUGH AND I REMEMBER WHEN HE WAS A CAREFUL FRIEND TO ME. LOOKING FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU SOON.
Robert Eliasson
September 4, 2021
Tell Brian hello
anthony richard
September 3, 2021
thank you, charlie for the drum lessons,charm and style.
Suzanne Morgan
September 3, 2021
The most amazing yet humble Man in the Business of Music. Unassuming talent and master of percussion. Respects and sincere condolences to your lovely Wife Shirley , daughter Seraphina and family members.
Sarah Gurr Gearing
September 3, 2021
Thank you Charlie.
Heart felt condolences to the family.
Melody Anne Boatright
September 3, 2021
Thank you , Charlie. You were the glue, the engine of The Rolling Stones . How you lived your family life, out lasts them all. May I see you in the World to Come.
Laura Keen
September 2, 2021
Thank you, Charlie for your craft, style and charm. You were the glue
RICK PLENNES
September 2, 2021
CHARLIES GOOD TONIGHT AINT HE
Steve Byrnes
September 2, 2021
Rest easy Charlie. You will always be spinning on my turntable.
Robert Eliasson
September 2, 2021
Love you Charlie your friend Robbie
Jrn Bach Jensen
September 2, 2021
Rest in peace Charlie!
I think I had known you since i bought the single satisfation in 1965. Thanks for all the lovely concerts since.
We will miss you!
September 2, 2021
My condolences.
Bruce Chapman
September 1, 2021
I was 15 years old listening to the Stones. Charlie Watts was the best. Learning his technic, I learned the drums and played.
God Love You Charlie Forever.
Donna Caruana
September 1, 2021
I grew up listening to the Rolling Stones. They were a big part of my life. Charlie was always a great drummer. He is a great loss to the world and to his band mates. Now you can play for the Angels and be at peace...
Kim Perkins
September 1, 2021
Joan Armatrading said it best: How knew that any of the Stones would leave this Earth? So long, beautiful, talented soul. We'll miss you, Charlie.
Patty
September 1, 2021
Beautiful and kind soul. 'May the good Lord shine his light upon you.'
Maurice Kayes
September 1, 2021
live on Charlie you are the best
GEORGE AND SHERRY ALLEN
September 1, 2021
OUR HEARTS SOULS AND SPIRITS GO OUT TO CHARLIES FAMILY AND FRIENDS PEACE AND GOD BLESS GEORGE AND SHERRY ALLEN
Marcel Herman
September 1, 2021
Thank you for all these years of music, Charlie Sincere condolences to the family.
Stefan Meissner
September 1, 2021
Thank you for all the wonderful and special moments you gave my life, becoming an essential part of it. Charlie, you will never be forgotten. Now take a rest, peacefully.
Robert Eliasson
September 1, 2021
He was always focused on the music getting it right . Also playing the right tempo
GEORGE AND SHERRY ALLEN
August 31, 2021
BROTHER CHARLIE DUSTY HILL LEFT US ON MY FATHERS BIRTHDAY AND YOU LEFT US ON MY BIRTHDAY I HAVE BEEN A STONES FANATIC FROM A CHILD TO A 57 YEAR OLD MAN I HEAR PEOPLE SAY HOW ARE THEY STILL AROUND AND I JUST SAY CAN YOU IMAGINE LIFE WITHOUT THEM AFTER ALL THEY ARE THE SUPER BOWL OF ROCK N ROLL AND THEY HAVE IT AND ALWAYS WILL EVEN WHEN THEY CALL IT A DAY NO ONE WILL FORGET THEY ARE BEYOND CLASSIC CHARLIE WATTS EVERY DVD I OWN I MAKE IT A POINT TO HEAR THAT DRUM KIT AND I ALWAYS SAY THE SAME THING HE IS AMAZING BROTHER CHARLIE YOU ARE AND WILL ALWAYS BE MISSED WE PRAY FOR YOUR FAMILY WITH ARE HEARTS SOULS AND SPIRITS IT IS HARD TO SAY GOODBYE PEACE LUV AND GOD BLESS ALWAYS AND 4EVER GEORGE AND SHERRY ALLEN
Scott Ellis
August 31, 2021
Rest in Peace My Friend, and Keep the beat with the Angel's Forever Charles
John Kerr
August 31, 2021
Charlie thanks for all the years of providing the backbeat and being the driving engine to my all time favorite band. I have had the pleasure to see you live about twenty times or so and I never seen you miss a beat . Always humble and a gentleman you will be missed.
Michael Gordy
August 31, 2021
True gentleman!
Marilyn Ivey
August 31, 2021
Charlie - always professional, always adorable! I've been following the Stones since 1964. What a wonderful steadfast member Charlie was. Charlie was a rock solid anchor of the Stones! He always had a smile for us. Heaven has gained a "new beat" and Charlie will light up the heavens! Farewell Mr. Watts!
Penny Lehmann
August 31, 2021
RIP Charlie.... Your music has fulfilled my life with "Satisfaction".
Laurel H.
August 31, 2021
Dearest Charlie, your unequaled talent, kindness, generosity, warmth, quiet elegance and ferocity of spirit was the light of my life. I was honored to have met you and see you play countless times. The sudden loss of you and our greatest band has shocked not only me but the world. Eternal love to you, your family and the boys.
frank toner
August 30, 2021
Charlie you were one of the best drummers and classiest man who ever played so God Bless you and your family and friends.
Richard P Doucette
August 30, 2021
simply the best I ever had the pleasure to learn from
MARTIN BURDICK
August 30, 2021
LOST MY MOM LAST JAN. NOW I LOST MY FAVORATE MUSICIAN. GOD PLEASE REMEMBER THEM FOR PARADISE.
Bird aka Benita Mark
August 30, 2021
Charlie, guess its to late to tell you it was my 2 sisters shouting Paint it Black on ya yas. You were so cool on the cover. Blessings to the family and band.
Maureen Fricke
August 30, 2021
Rest in peace charlie. You will be dearly missed. Love you. Love from the USA
Eric Burns
August 30, 2021
Thank You Sir for creating the music that bonded my father and I. The Greatest drummer in the Greatest Rock n Roll band ever!
john tushim
August 30, 2021
We have lost a great man. RIp brother. My condolences/sympathies to your family. We just lost our rhythm.
My favorite Stone.
Bill Bogaty
August 30, 2021
What a great person-RIP Charlie- Time Waits For No One
Bob & Sandy DiPerna
August 30, 2021
RIP you Rolling Stone. So many memories of seeing the band from my 1st show back in '78 through just about every tour that came near me. Your music is like a part of my life. My family and I send our deepest condolences to the Watts family and Keith, Mick, and the rest of the Rolling Stones. Go up there and rock with the rest of them Charlie.
Michael Wagner
August 30, 2021
On earth Charlie held drum sticks. In heaven Charlie is holding Jesus' hand.
Marie
August 30, 2021
Charlie was the best drummer for the best band, a real gentleman, with real talent, the quiet one
Robert Lee
August 30, 2021
Condolences to all the family and to the Band also .... .You not going to be forgotten
Robert & Monica Livingston
August 30, 2021
The world is a better place for having had one of the ultimate drummers of all times for awhile. Rock & jazz drum in peace Charlie!
Colin Roper
August 30, 2021
The gentleman of style and the drive behind a great band, so many people shocked by Charlies passing, my love and thoughts go out to everyone but especially his family and the rest of the band, Love and Peace xxx
Howard
August 30, 2021
Rest in peace charlie thanks for the great memories
Karen Bagshaw
August 30, 2021
Your so respectable! RIP
Marcel et Patrcia Herman
August 30, 2021
So sad Condolences to the family
Annie Houghton
August 30, 2021
Thankyou for being you x
georgia dutton
August 30, 2021
I have always imagined what I would say to you if I ever got the opportunity to meet you. And now I am speechless. Though we never met, I saw you in countless concerts from 1970 until 2015. Each concert was better than the previous one. You are an exceptional man in so many ways. My deepest sympathies to your family, Mick, Keith, Ronnie, the band members, and to those mourning your passing. Shine brightly Charlie, you are deeply missed and loved.
Mark Sheppard
August 30, 2021
best drummer of the best band in the world were going to sadly miss him god bless you Charlie Watts
Laura Lennon
August 30, 2021
Laura Lennon
August 30, 2021
Laura Lennon
August 30, 2021
Many memories of seeing the stones in the United States many times. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family of Charlie watts his friends and especially his bandmates. I can empathize with you because I lost my 24-year-old daughter can years ago so my Sympathy is with you. In my prayers and thoughts always. Peace I give you peace I leave you say it the Lord
Kevin Fitzgerald
August 30, 2021
Thank you for all the great music you provided me in my life. R.I.P.
Nora Heston
August 29, 2021
Some truth in life are hard to accept. Your memories will never be forgotten! Those will always remain with us forever.
Robbie Stilwell
August 29, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with charlies family and his band family may the lord hold aned comfort you in his arms during this time
Rungano Mutswairo
August 29, 2021
I tried for years to see The Stones. I finally did in 2019. Happiest day ever. My condolences to Mr Watts’ family. Enjoyed his music and will continue. Thanks for the memories.
Luke Bradley
August 29, 2021
Will truly be missed, my condolences. RIP Charlie.
Trisha Peel
August 29, 2021
What a wonderful story he wrote. A legend in his own right...
"May He Rest In Eternal Peace"
faith/rory tobin/dockett
August 29, 2021
Dear Watts Family Rory and I wish to extend our condolences's on the loss of Charlie Watts.may he rest in peace and he'll surely be missed very much.fondly,faith/rory
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