[Dixielandjazz] RIP Hal Needham

[Jim O'Briant]

I just received this from Alan Shaw, pianist with the Black Tuesday Jazz
Band based in Sacramento, CA.

 

> It is with great sorrow that we notify you that our 
> leader, Hal Needham, passed away last night.  Hal 
> was in the hospital with his family surrounding him 
> as he quietly departed our earth and joined his love 
> Joanie in heaven.  At this time there is no other 
> information available.  Your prayers would be 
> appreciated.  

> 

> Alan and Joyce Shaw

 

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Jim O'Briant

Gilroy, CA

Tuba & Leader, The Zinfandel Stompers