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David Amram, Raffi Cavoukian and Pete Seeger
Ned Halberstadt
January 15, 2025
David Amram and Raffi are playing guitars. Pete Seeger is playing the banjo. God bless the banjo player, Pete Seeger. He was a good singer and a great songwriter.
Raffi and David Amram
Ned Halberstadt
January 15, 2025
Pete Seeger made good friends. David Amram, Pete Seeger, Bob Dylan and everybody. Raffi Cavoukian is in the photo with David Amram.
Ned Halberstadt
January 15, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
David Asher Lukacher
January 3, 2025
I knew Pete Seeger from reading rainbow when he sang abioyou
candice falloon
April 15, 2017
Pete, it was such an honor to be a part of your Walkabout Chorus and to sing with you, to you. May your light, love linger forever oer this planet and all those millions who sorely sorely miss you! brightest blessings magical man!
Harry Simpson
January 29, 2017
Rest Pete, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.
Thank you for your service to this nation.
Rich Lewis
May 29, 2015
I finagled my way in to the RR Hall of fame a few years ago to see you. Tickets were sold out. I had to do some fast talking get in!! Rest in Peace.
August 16, 2014
You are always with me- as I read the news, appalled at our loss of democracy, but determined to live on- YOU ARE HERE- as long as I breathe.
Mary DePew
July 6, 2014
While teaching with the Urban Teachers Corps in The D.C. Public Schools in 1968-1969, I used one of Pete Seeger's songs with my class as it told about the urban area problems that residents faced. It was a theme for my SE Washington class and instrumental for discussion of living in a poor area of the city.
Julia Kender
May 17, 2014
To the family,
Pete was one of my heroes and I have two pictures of him on my bedroom walls, one of them just above my bed. When I can't get to sleep at night, I sometimes imagine that he's singing "Turn, Turn, Turn" to me. May he be forever an inspiration to many people.
BC
May 16, 2014
Pete Seeger's music transcended all races, ages, people, and tongues. Its message of peace and justice for all remained pertinent and powerful throughout his life. May the promise of a peaceful and just world soon become our reality, and it is my desire that Pete and I will be fortunate enough to see it.
Sharon Goudie
March 31, 2014
I met Pete in 1973 at a concert in Winnipeg, when some of us SCM'ers got to go backstage and sing with him! He was one of our inspirations for social justice work, and a key influence in my life. In 1980, when my son was almost 4, he found Pete's 'Learn to Play Guitar' record library, took it out for weeks, played it all day long, and taught himself the basics of guitar playing! Thanks to Pete for the best start to his education, for the great music over the years, and for showing several generations the way to live their beliefs. Condolences to Pete's family, may your memories of him sustain you. Peace and hugs
Dominique Lefebvre
March 18, 2014
Thank you Pete for your letters and you gift,your book.your music is so marvellous.we miss you
Barbara Baczek-Wallaces' eldest sons' family c. 2014
Barbara Baczek-Wallace
February 28, 2014
Barbara Baczek-Wallace
February 28, 2014
I remember Mika from 'Singing In The Rain', UCLA days c. 1965-66 and my sons fell asleep listening to your Father's music when they were toddlers. His music will live forever in the hearts of many. Condolences to your family.
February 23, 2014
Well may the world go, the world go now you're far away. We've dusted of the banjo and guitar and your songs live on! Bill and Jackie
February 21, 2014
CONDOLENCE TO THE FAMILY SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS....
peter jagiella
February 12, 2014
Aloha,thank-you for sing along songs fun make us smile pops enjoyed your songs too j;5 mahalo my friend
February 5, 2014
Thank you Pete for providing the music I grew up listening to during our dinner time. My parents loved your music and luckily I do too.
Peace !
Ariana Shatlaw
February 4, 2014
Love of life,nature and responsibility to preserve it.Pumpkinfest 2013 .This land is your land,this land is my land :)
Pumkinfest 2013
Debra Murphy
February 4, 2014
Third generation appreciating the message and music.pumpkin fest 2013.Thank you for Pete Seeger Hall and the Calico Ball for children.Love and Light.
Darla Loftus
February 3, 2014
R.I.P., Old Troubadour...you did us proud!
Peggy Seeger and Brian Barry remember Pete Seeger
James Riley
February 3, 2014
Edna & George Zeyak
February 3, 2014
Pete was always larger than life! He will be missed by so many.
CHERYL JEFFERSON
February 3, 2014
THANK YOU FOR THE FREEDOM SON WE SHALL OVERCOME REST IN PEACE
Samantha Click
February 2, 2014
One of the best, you will be missed! We love Seeger!
Bob Horan
February 2, 2014
Dear Pete
Your politics is the politics of rolling up your sleeves
-Bob Horan
Michael Micinowski
February 2, 2014
No words can convey what Pete meant to me and to so many others. The world will seem a little less complete and make a little less sense without his voice, but his legacy will live forever. Thanks, Pete, for all you were and all you've done; we'll miss you. Sincere condolences to the entire Seeger family, and thanks for sharing Pete with us for all those years. May he, and Toshi, rest in eternal peace.
February 2, 2014
Sometimes we feel like it's difficult to find real heroes in the world these days, other than on the battlefield. Pete Seeger was a real hero for the people, his country. and the environment. I'm glad to have lived during a time when he lived and to have been personally touched by his music and his life Bob Webster (Fairport,NY)
Dave Baker
February 2, 2014
Thank you to Pete and all that will carry on the light. The world will always need role models like him.
Kim Harper
February 2, 2014
Pete Seeger "singing us out" with AMAZING GRACE at the Clearwater Festival, The Great Hudson River Revival, June 2013.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fALgudpw8nw&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Soo inspiring to all present in his steadfast strength and gentleness!
Jim King
February 1, 2014
Thank you, Pete, for all your love of the world. To your family, thank you for sharing him with us all. We think of you and your families at this time.
February 1, 2014
I loved listening to Pete Seeger's music. I will always miss him. He was the best! He had lessons about bravery and music I hope we continue to carry on. This loss is one of the biggest blows to American music. We must carry on his legacy of music, his sense of justice, the care he gave the people and to all forms of life in this world if we are to progress as a human race.
Dee Gable
February 1, 2014
I know Pete lived a mighty long life, but his death feels like a hole in this world. He was a mentor to us all. He taught me the great value of music - American music - and to sing out against injustices. I know he is resting in peace because he lived his life in peace. His music remains a great treasure to this world.
Pat & Terry K
February 1, 2014
To Pete's family, my sincere condolences. Thank you all for sharing him with the world. We in the Hudson Valley were especially privileged to see him around town and often exchange pleasantries. The world has lost a great American treasure. His gift to the world was his love of his fellow man. His legacy will be his music and his message. May he rest now in his brown earth.
February 1, 2014
A very brave man who will be missed. RIP
February 1, 2014
Will miss hearing about your latest exploits. Love your music, will always love you. RIP Pete. Your earthly journey is over. You can now play for the angels!
Becky Lipsey
February 1, 2014
Job well done Pete Seeger. Rest in Peace.
Mona Dabbagh Watnik
February 1, 2014
Your message and music were gifts that will endure. Thank you Pete.
Professor Milburn Cleaver
February 1, 2014
Although I did not always agree with Mr. Seeger's political views, I respected him as a musician and enjoyed many of his songs. "On Top of Old Smokey" will never grace my ears again without a veil of sadness. Rest In Peace.
jon mahal
February 1, 2014
To my old brown earth and to my old blue sky, I"ll now give these last few molecules of mine.
Pete Seeger, thank you for everything.
February 1, 2014
Sir. Seeger will be missed and certainly it's comforting to know he is in a place of rest as Ecclesiates 9:5 brings out.
Mary Harris
February 1, 2014
So sad, you will be missed, Rest in Peace your work on earth is done, you.have lived a long full life.Your in my prayers !!
michelle plakas-kaiser
February 1, 2014
rip
the Smith family
January 31, 2014
Adding a candlelight prayer to Pete (& Arlo& family)...& for Pete's family....we have been blessed...what a privlege to have shared a world with such a wonderful soul & to have learned so much. Thank you, all...thank you, Pete.
Dennis Naughton
January 31, 2014
Thank you Pete Seeger for your courage, your example and your music. You will live on in all three.
Donna Story Smith
January 31, 2014
PETE, thank you. I hope that says it all...today, we have lost a friend, an ambassador for betterment, and aside from being a dear dear man, teacher & example...you leave us music, you shared your wisdom & talent, & strength of character through integrity, honesty, humility & love. For a time now, our sunset is YOUR sunrise ! -Thank you !
Judy Frumkin
January 31, 2014
Pete Seeger meant so much to my sons and me. My husband had a heart attack the evening after Clearwater in 1989 and Pete wrote a note to my 2young sons expressing his sympathy to them. One of my sons told me the other day that he felt like he had lost a grandfather and my other son has taught his 3year old daughter some of the folk songs he learned as a child. Pete Seeger will live on in cherished memories that we have and in the collective memories of so many. He was a very special person.
January 31, 2014
My deepest condolences goes out to your family and friends. May the God of all comfort help to heal your hearts.
January 31, 2014
I am a 66 year. Old woman that when I was young mr. Seeger opened my eyes and mind to make me a person who cares for all. He opened many peoples eyes to things that were wrong and a lot of us worked to change them.thank you sir you made this world a much better place, but there is still work to be done, we will continue though our grand children and there grand children. S.Mahon
Madeleine Pearsall
January 31, 2014
We will overcome Pete. You had the courage to wake us up. We are stiil awake. Thank you dear uncle peep.
Loyal to the end, Maddy
farbabe
January 31, 2014
walks alongside gandhi and mlk jr. mankind doesn't get any better
Madeleine Pearsall
January 31, 2014
Pete, your brother Charles was as you born with brain, humour, and heart. Thank you both for your many kindnesses. Now you can fly out to those stars Charles was listening to as he helped SETI begin. I'll always be listening. With love to Judith, Cassandra, and Naomi. Madeleine
Kaye Harp
January 31, 2014
Listening to Pete Seeger sing 'Amazing Grace' sooo beautifully with Buffy Saint Marie and John White Jr. takes me back to last summer's Clearwater Festival.
kandwh youtube pete seeger
It brings tears! Prayers for comfort for his entire family and for all who've loved that dear, kind, steadfast National Treasure of a man all these decades.
T Akins
January 31, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss. It's always painful to lose someone we love. God promises in Isiah 25:8 that he will destroy death forever and he will wipe the tears from our eyes. What a comforting hope. My condolences
Bruce Fischer
January 31, 2014
Mr Seeger, I call you that because I always called my classmates parents Mr. or Mrs. and Mika was my classmate, thanks for taking the time back in the '50s on those hot Saturday nights to come up to Beacon Hills and call those great ole square dances on the handball courts. Probably nobody remembers little things like that, but it was important to me when I was ten or eleven. Thanks.
Neville Family
January 31, 2014
Forever Missed.
Never forgotten.
Amy Neville
January 31, 2014
You will be missed Grandpa Pete ( my third grandpa)
I will remember all my of childhood birthdays at the strawberry festival and you singing me happy birthday and coming to dinner at the cabin and all the nights we camped out up on the mountain.
Pete was an amazing man for a million reasons and will be very very missed by myself and millions all over the world.
Monica Harewood
January 31, 2014
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
Charles Trimble
January 31, 2014
Musician, composer, teacher, activist, patriot, and humanitarian, - there are few public figures whose loss I have mourned so deeply. Pete Seeger made the world a better place and his example will continue to do so for generations to come. His detractors could not silence him in life and his message will still be heard long after his passing.
A Pete Homage in Plainfield Vermont 2010
Sandy McCall
January 31, 2014
I thank you,Pete. Forty years of banjo began with me buying your red book--more dangerous than Mao's. Four years ago there was forty person production celebrating your life and giving. A lot of the town of Plainfield ,Vermont showed up to watch kids and grown ups telling your story and singing your songs. At the end the stage was full of kids holding up placards with handwritten words... to "My Old Brown Earth and to my old blue sky...." Your "charge" has been a hard one this week.
Julie Secontine
January 31, 2014
Pete: I doubt you would approve, but you were only one of a few people that I consider a true hero. I was raised listening to your music and later became a student of yours, albeit by distance learning. Rest peacefully in your old brown earth and know that your music, words and actions will have taught many and will endure through time.
Deborah Vargas
January 31, 2014
We are ten times less by one. He will always be my hero, I will always struggle to follow his example of kindness, caring and joy.
Kim Harper
January 31, 2014
My video of Pete, June 2013 . Google and sing Amazing Grace with him!
kandwh you tube pete seeger
Kim Harper
January 31, 2014
This video of Pete singing June 2013 is one I made with my phone . I cherish.it And All he's done to help better people and the
environment. Google:
kandwh you tube pete seeger
Grandson COLE McElroy Gardiner - future RPI hockey player
Frank Gardiner
January 31, 2014
From PORT ALBERT to North Toronto to RYERSON UNIVERSITY to hockey at RPI RENSSELAER UNIVERSITY back to Goderich , Port Albert and North. Toronto the " WE SHALL OVERCOME ! " spirit of PETE SEEGER inspires and carries on in truth,trust, authentic faith and fair play as our benchmark for good deeds and INTEGRITY ! Thank you Pete Seeger ! - your Canadian "cousins" Frank and Jennifer Gardiner and family in Toronto'and Vancouver here in Canada and Austin Texas USA.
Mickie Hobbs
January 31, 2014
The grief is stunning and I can't even talk, except to say love to you all.
Linda Krisch
January 31, 2014
I met you, shook your hand and told you how much I admired you. You lived "truth" and your simplicity and joy set the table for all of us to indulge. Thank you. You deserve the peace you are living in now.
M Scott
January 31, 2014
May God Grant Mr. Seeger Family and Friends Comfort During This Time of Sorrow.
Patrick Corr
January 31, 2014
So long, brother Seeger, it's been good to know your songs.
Carol Harris
January 31, 2014
My family and I had the privilege of seeing Mr. Seeger at a Clearwater fundraiser. He truly was a man that enjoyed people and it came shinning through with his performance. Sincere condolences to the Seeger family. You were so lucky to have shared your lives with such a caring, principled and talented man. God Bless you, Pete Seeger and RIP.
mary knapp
January 30, 2014
you will be missed
Brian Barry and Pete Seeger Celebrate his 94th Birthday
Brian Barry
January 30, 2014
New York - Screen Actors Guild
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Bay Park -East Rockaway, New York 11518 January 28, 2014
Dear Daniel Seeger; Kitama Cahill-Jackson; Tao Rodríguez-Seeger; Peggy Seeger,and the Seeger Family,
It was with great sadness that I learned of my friend Pete Seeger's passing late last night. I wanted to reach out to you and let you know you are in my prayers. It is never easy losing a loved one; no matter what age. I lost my grandmother at the age of 90 in 2012.
I know this has been extremely hard on your family after losing Toshi Seeger last year & now Pete. I will continue to keep your family close to my heart in the days & weeks ahead!
I would like to share my story: “Pete Seeger: A Friend For All”
I met Pete in February of 1989 during a Work on Waste Campaign and Concert he was putting on at St. Lawrence University in Canton, New York. Paul and Ellen Connet were coordinating the efforts along with myself and my friend Pat Perry and countless other like-minded environmentalists. I was so thrilled to see him play live and further blessed to learn he would be breaking bread at the Connets home after the show and my mother Dr. Dana Barry and I were on the guest list. This was a man I had admired since I was a little boy. He seemed to somehow stay young at heart and yet continue to “Grow” for the environment and causes that helped people, animals, and the planet the most. He always did it with a smile on his face!
Right from that moment on, I felt a connection to Pete. He said he always got lots of mail and was not sure he would find the time to read my letters and write back. I was not going to let that stop me so I sent my first letter and included a photo from the dinner party and a thank you card. He was touched by my efforts and from that moment on Mr. Seeger and I became pen-pals. I am thankful for that happening as it led to a 25 year friendship that included letters & phone calls, meet-ups after concerts and most recently a special place in the front choir area for his concert last May at Proctors and a birthday party celebration afterwards. He even took the time before the party to meet with me alone for 15 minutes to talk to me for an interview and gave me a gift, a signed copy of his book: “Where Have all the Flowers Gone." I also shared with him my documentary film “American Pop Culture: Going Against the Grain.” He was delighted with the film and musical sound-track I scored.
This is now all just a memory- One that I will never forget. I know the man I used to call “Good Old Pete;"is someone very special and dear to you that you once called Dad and Grandpa, and Uncle too. Thank you for sharing him with the World! The World is a better place because of Pete. He may be gone but he will never be forgotten!!! Thank you Pete Seeger for being you!
Love and Prayers,
Brian Barry, Principal Actor and Musician
Screen Actors Guild #10245345
Ps. - Please keep me updated on a Memorial Service for Pete. I would love to be a part of a Celebration of his Life and Legacy. (516) 426-2356 or Email: [email protected]
Mike Vrabel
January 30, 2014
My wife and I just drove to beacon, ny today to visit jakes music store and drop off a sympathy card there to the Seeger family.
We drank a toast at the Town Crier Cafe to his wonderful legacy of activism through song. Sing Out! Pete , I will tell your story to my kids and theirs. You will be missed.
Walter Eaton
January 30, 2014
Dear Pete, whose influence was felt in all American folk who love peace and have heart. A great American patriot never to be forgotten!
Dr Tom Anastasio
January 30, 2014
We will always remember the Weavers and their reunion.However, Pete's PBS Specials "How to play a guitar and banjo" Both enriched and changed our lives.He will be greatly missed.
January 30, 2014
He has been my hero and someone I admired greatly every since I first heard Tzena Tzena.Over the years I have collected all his music and all his writings. My daughter sailed on the Clearwater one summer. I went to his concerts whenever I could. I will greatly miss this great man, a real Mensch!
Colleen Cuccia
January 30, 2014
Thank you Pete for opening your heart to two young boys back in the late 70's/early80's who would visit you in Beacon, NY at the little house where you would often hang out. Pauley and Mark, better known by you as your "Busy Beavers" would wash the deck of the "Woodie Guthre" and in turn you would take them sailing on the river and pick up your guitar and play to them. They still talk about those days with the great respect you taught them. Thank you, God Bless, and for opening up your heart and soul to these two very young men! R.I.P Pete!
Peg Walz
January 30, 2014
I've loved your music since the days of "The Weavers" and my children's lullabies were the old folk songs. My older son could sing all of "On Top of Old Smokey" when he was two! You set the things that needed to be said to music and influenced my whole attitude to life. The heavenly choir will be all the better with you in it!
January 30, 2014
im am sorry for your lost
Maggie Swinney
January 30, 2014
I was lucky enough to have grown up with Pete, The Weavers, and all the rest. It was impossible to sit through a concert and stay seated. Singing along was mandatory. The joy for life and love of his fellow man shall never be forgotten. R.I.P. Abiyoyo. ?
peter holden
January 30, 2014
One more flower gone from our world!
Mark Tarr
January 30, 2014
I saw him several times over the years, including over 40 years ago aboard the sloop Clearwater & most recently @ last year's Farm Aid concert @ SPAC, where he shone, once again, leading his fellow performers & the audience in singing "If I Had a Hammer" & "This Land is Your Land"! His was a great, brave & strong voice & spirit.
Jim Miller
January 30, 2014
So long its been good to know you. Woody and Cisco will be there where you land .
steven cattaneo
January 30, 2014
Good night Pete it was great to know you and hear your sing. The biggest thanks is for being a great american and standing up for civil liberties and for the union and we the people.
Barry Sanders
January 30, 2014
Pete was well known for his ability to lead others into voice. I have never sung louder or prouder than when I sang with Pete. Now, I lend my voice to the great choir of the nation celebrating his life and mourning his passing. When a large tree falls in the forest, the smaller trees race to fill the opening in the canopy. There is quite a large opening today and we must all rise up to fill the gap.
Glenda Schwarze
January 30, 2014
Sincere sympathy, great loss for all!
Tony
January 30, 2014
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Leslie Haywood-Ceanga
January 30, 2014
How lucky I am to have grown up hearing Pete's music and having the privilege of seeing him perform twice in very small venues. I have the well played albums that my mother bought so many years ago and I still know every song by heart. Thank you for every moment.
Matthew McGuire
January 30, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Ellen Franzen
January 30, 2014
Your singing made me so happy! I remember playing your records for my son when he was little. May we all be able to live our lives as well as you lived your life.
JOHN NYHAN
January 30, 2014
MUSIC SHAPED MY LIFE AND MY LIFE SHAPED MY MUSIC.I STARTED PLAYING THE GUITAR 43 YEARS AGO AT AGE 17 AND SOON GOT A 12 STRING GUITAR BECAUSE OF PETE SEEGER.WHEN I HEARD PETE I WAS HOOKED ON FOLK MUSIC.I SOON GOT INVOLVED IN A FOLK CLUB.PETE YOU WILL ALWAYS BE AN INSPIRATION TO ME WITH YOUR MUSIC POLITICS AND IDEALISM.I WAS PROUD TO PUT ON PEGGY SEEGER 4 TIMES IN CONCERT WHERE SHE SANG WHERE HAVE ALL THE FLOWERS GONE WHICH BROUGHT TEARS TO MY EYES.CONDOLENCES TO ALL YOUR FAMILY.PETE HAVE A SAFE JOURNEY WHEREVER YOU ARE YOU WILL ALWAYS BE ALIVE IN MY LIFE.
Tony Trifiletti
January 30, 2014
Have been listening to you for over 50 years Pete. You have helped carry me through life. Rest in Peace. You will always be there. And thanks for sending me the words and music to Old Hundreth many years ago.
Wanisha
January 30, 2014
My heart goes out to the family. May the almighty comfort you. He will remember your loved one for the wonderful things he has done for the benefit of others. Mr Seeger is greatly appreciated by many. Hebrews 6:10
January 30, 2014
"One of the finest human beings that I've ever known or known of! May he live in our hearts 'til the end of time." conrad putzig (Carmel, NY)
Jennifer
January 30, 2014
So long great man. You will be missed but live on in our hearts. Condolences to the family.
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