RIP. Maurice Anderson

Wayne Franco · Post by **Wayne Franco** » 4 Jul 2013 8:48 am

Like Mike Perlowin said, this is personal. I loved that man! He has influenced my music, musical psychology and been an overall incredible friend. Always thoughtful, kind, and understanding. The very best teacher I have ever had, even in school. I will always miss him. But his legacy will always live on. And my condolences to Teresa,all his family and all of his many friends. Rest in peace my dear friend.

Wayne Franco

Frank Carter · Post by **Frank Carter** » 4 Jul 2013 9:05 am

May we join in the circle of love for family and friends. Maurice, fly free!!
Frank & Fran

Nick Reed · Post by **Nick Reed** » 4 Jul 2013 9:06 am

Our deepest sympathy's go out to Reece's family.

Nick & DeeDee

Click here to listen to Reece play "Harbor Lights"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLw_3OiauBc

Chuck S. Lettes · Post by **Chuck S. Lettes** » 4 Jul 2013 9:07 am

Sad news. Maurice had a sound that I love and will always remember. My condolences to the family.
Chuck

Andy Volk · Post by **Andy Volk** » 4 Jul 2013 9:09 am

RIP, Reeece. SAd news. He was a giant on our instrument.

Jack Stoner · Post by **Jack Stoner** » 4 Jul 2013 9:13 am

Condolences to the family. This is a tragic loss to the Steel Guitar Community.

HowardR · Post by **HowardR** » 4 Jul 2013 9:13 am

A fine gentleman and a fine musician......my deepest condolences go out to Reece's entire family.....what an honor it was for me to know Reece and call him my friend.......

Rex Thomas · Post by **Rex Thomas** » 4 Jul 2013 9:14 am

I just caught this. Of all the people during my "steel" days, Reece was the MOST KIND to me. A good man, no question.

Oh, he's definitely enjoying Heaven right now.

Thank you, Reece.

Bent Romnes · Post by **Bent Romnes** » 4 Jul 2013 9:44 am

Rest in Peace, Reece. My condolences to the family.

Gary Schlotterbeck · Post by **Gary Schlotterbeck** » 4 Jul 2013 10:01 am

A wise man once said; "your legacy in life is not measured in terms of the material things you gather along the way it is measured in the number of people whom you gave freely of your love and your friendship".

Reece Anderson was one of those people who gave far more than he received. I met him once in St. Louis and he was a warm and gracious person. His knowledge of the Steel Guitar was phenomenal; he was one of those people who will be missed in many circles. Farewell Reece, now you play for the Master!

ray qualls · Post by **ray qualls** » 4 Jul 2013 10:05 am

Condolences to the family. May he rest in peace! Ray

pdl20 · Post by **pdl20** » 4 Jul 2013 10:12 am

May he rest in peace and my condolences to the family, He will always be remembered for his friendship, His sharing of his talent and ideas in playing, what he did for the Steel guitar with MSA and his outstanding skill at playing and his big smile , we have lost a brother. GOD BLESS HIM.

Matthew Carlin · Post by **Matthew Carlin** » 4 Jul 2013 10:38 am

My deepest condolences to his friends and family. Reese was so generous with his time and knowledge, he had a kindness that transcended words. Thank you for all your wisdom Reese, you will be sorely missed.

Terry Winter · Post by **Terry Winter** » 4 Jul 2013 11:09 am

This news is so sad. Even thousands of miles away from us he was always there for me in my MSA days. May he rest in peace with the lord.

Anne Marie O Keeffe · Post by **Anne Marie O Keeffe** » 4 Jul 2013 11:15 am

We were lucky to meet Reece at the Dallas show some years ago. He was a real gentleman.
Rest in Peace Reece.e

Roy Rosetta · Post by **Roy Rosetta** » 4 Jul 2013 11:19 am

Sad news. Rest in peace dear friend. Our sincere condolences to Teresa and the family.
...Roy and Barbara

Michael Douchette · Post by **Michael Douchette** » 4 Jul 2013 12:11 pm

Never had the opportunity to meet the man, but his contributions to our lives are immeasurable. He will be sadly missed. My condolences and prayers to the family.

Barbara Crowell · Post by **Barbara Crowell** » 4 Jul 2013 12:27 pm

My prayers are with Teresa and the rest of Reece's family. I was very fortunate to have been able to study the steel guitar with Reece, and to have been his friend. I will miss him.....

Theresa Galbraith · Post by **Theresa Galbraith** » 4 Jul 2013 12:45 pm

RIP Reece

Ken Byng · Post by **Ken Byng** » 4 Jul 2013 1:05 pm

What a shock - I have been away from home today and computer-less until I read David's tragic post. My sincere condolences to the family of this long time friend who was the epitome of kindness and professionalism. His playing set the standard for would be jazz players, and his loss is immeasurable.

RIP - from Ken & Diana.

Gerry Hogan · Post by **Gerry Hogan** » 4 Jul 2013 1:05 pm

R.I.P Reece. My sincere condolences to his family.

Gerry

Roy Heap · Post by **Roy Heap** » 4 Jul 2013 1:15 pm

So very sorry, condolences to his family .

Neil Lang · Post by **Neil Lang** » 4 Jul 2013 1:16 pm

A true steel guitar Icon and Wonderful person. Rest in peace Maurice, you will be sadly missed. I first met him in the early 70's promoting MSA at Sunesun Music on Lake St. in Minneapolis.

bruce fischer · Post by **bruce fischer** » 4 Jul 2013 1:22 pm

thank you mr. reese for your wonderful music & all you did for the steel guitar.
may the Lord welcome you..............
what did mr. reece die of?

Sonny Jenkins · Post by **Sonny Jenkins** » 4 Jul 2013 1:22 pm

I posted my condolences in an earlier post. I'd like to add that when I spent a few days with Reece a couple of(maybe 3)years ago, I got up before the household and made coffee,,,Reese was usually up by the time coffee was ready,,,we would sit out on the patio and talk,,,for maybe an hour before everyone else was up,,,I felt like I got to know him pretty well,,,and that knowledge of the kind of man he was,,,what life, music, family and God meant to him,,,makes this day even sadder,,,if that's possible. For those that are not aware of "Reece's Writings",,,I'll post this,,,it shows how much thought and effort he put into helping others find what they seek in life,,and music.

http://msapedalsteels.com/html/reece_s_ ... index.html

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RIP. Maurice Anderson

One of the saddest days of my life

Oh my!

Rest in Peace Reece

Rip Reese