RIP. Maurice Anderson

Mitch Druckman · Post by **Mitch Druckman** » 21 Jul 2013 3:13 pm

It is unbelievable that he is gone. Reese was a giant.

Del Bonn · Post by **Del Bonn** » 3 Aug 2013 12:09 pm

It is with deep sorrow that I hear of Maurice Anderson's passing. He was an outstanding musician, and a fine gentleman.

I last heard Reese at an ISGC in St.Louis three years ago, when he played "Tiny Bubles" in the Hawaiian room. We conversed briefly in the MSG room, and, as always, he was most gracious.

An inspiration to many steelers, Reese is fondly remembered and missed.

Condolences to his family.

Sincerely,
Del Bonn, EHarpist
Lake St. Louis, MO

Russ Tkac · Post by **Russ Tkac** » 12 Aug 2013 5:27 pm

Sorry to read this. God bless his family at this time.

bob drawbaugh · Post by **bob drawbaugh** » 25 Aug 2013 1:30 pm

Steven Cummings · Post by **Steven Cummings** » 25 Aug 2013 3:37 pm

That's another good picture of Reece. What was the event?

bob drawbaugh · Post by **bob drawbaugh** » 28 Aug 2013 5:34 pm

Steven, this was a Premier Jewelry comapny party that was held at the Ft Worth Civic Center a couple of years ago. I heard Reece was going to be there so I told my wife I would go. Guess where I sat, this picture was taken from my seat.

Steven Cummings · Post by **Steven Cummings** » 28 Aug 2013 5:48 pm

Great seat! Great music too I'd bet. Thanks for sharing the picture.

bob drawbaugh · Post by **bob drawbaugh** » 9 Sep 2013 8:28 am

Steven Cummings wrote:Great seat! Great music too I'd bet. Thanks for sharing the picture.

Steve, Here's one more i found from the same event but a different day.

Richard Gonzales · Post by **Richard Gonzales** » 23 Sep 2013 5:28 pm

I just learned of your passing which put me in shock to no end!
I will cherish my black MSA Millenium S12 serial #001 like no other. This was the start of a great friendship which music was the main topic, but I also enjoyed talking about the 50's cars, the BOYS (the Patriots my team) and our love of baseball as we both had participated when we were young.
REECE was a well rounded individual other than being one of the greatest steel player and a superb gentleman. He could converse on almost any subject!

Until we meet again, Sincerely yours in CHRIST,
Richard

Quesney Gibbs · Post by **Quesney Gibbs** » 28 Sep 2013 4:58 am

How soon we forget. Some years ago I ordered a universal from Anderson and paid the entire amount up front. I was told by Anderson that the guitar was ready for shipment not too long after that but it never arrived and all attempts to find out what was going on failed. Anderson vanished and took my money with him. I found out later that I was not the only one he cheated. Many others also lost money. So his death means nothing to me.

Quentin Hickey · Post by **Quentin Hickey** » 30 Sep 2013 5:30 pm

RIP Reece! Pedal steel will never forget you my friend.

David Fields · Post by **David Fields** » 8 Oct 2013 7:52 am

Never met the man, but I have heard so many wonderful things about him. I traded a guitar with Loren Bayles to obtain my first steel pedal guitar....a MSA semiclassic.
Wish I still had it.

The one main thing that I wanted to say about Maurice is that I am so thankful that he counted Jesus as his Savior. I know where Maurice's soul is right now.

David Wright · Post by **David Wright** » 9 Oct 2013 2:19 am

http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=253607

It was a Great day,

David Rogerson · Post by **David Rogerson** » 19 Oct 2013 12:43 am

David,
In the early 70's my wife & I developed a close friendship with Reece & stayed at his home on 2 separate occasions. If you are in touch with Risa & Charice could you please let them know that I have some photos of those times, including a vry young Risa playing pedal steel, also an audio cassette of greetings & messages that the whole family spoke on & sent to us. If they would like I can make copies for them. My email address is on the member list.
Regards David Rogerson

David L. Donald · Post by **David L. Donald** » 14 Jul 2014 6:50 am

My condolences to the Anderson family and all of Reece's many friends.

He remained a legend and an old school gentleman all his days, and left an indelible legacy on the history of the instruments he so loved and mastered, both playing and constructing.

Junior Knight · Post by **Junior Knight** » 14 Jul 2014 8:45 am

I understand that some people don't like Reese or MSA because of the past...but you know what..THIS AINT THE PLACE TO VENT..I know ..freedom of speech..but you have a family that have lost a loved one! DAMN IT..have respect for the familys here!
And if you don't like what I have said,GET OVER IT!!!

Ronald Sikes · Post by **Ronald Sikes** » 14 Jul 2014 10:43 am

Well said Junior , Reece was always fair to me . But that's not really what this topic about to start with .

Niels Andrews · Post by **Niels Andrews** » 14 Jul 2014 10:45 am

You are 100% right on the money Junior Knight.

George Redmon · Post by **George Redmon** » 14 Jul 2014 11:00 am

Some years ago I ordered a universal from Anderson and paid the entire amount up front. I was told by Anderson that the guitar was ready for shipment not too long after that but it never arrived and all attempts to find out what was going on failed. Anderson vanished and took my money with him. I found out later that I was not the only one he cheated. Many others also lost money.

Huh? not accusing anyone of non truths. But i've known reece for several years. I could always, always, get in touch with him if i needed to. MSA has never "vanished" to my knowledge. In fact reece called me at home from his hotel room, the evening he was inducted into the steel guitar hall of fame. He promised me he would, and i think the fact he kept his promise to me, speaks volumes.Just say'in..... God Bless

Lonny Servin · Post by **Lonny Servin** » 14 Jul 2014 2:45 pm

I met Reece in the 70's in Nashville. He opened my eyes to the "Fat Chords" he was playing. I enjoyed talking to him at all of the conventions we went to. I will greatly miss him.

George Ashmore · Post by **George Ashmore** » 15 Jan 2015 5:45 pm

"Beautiful playing.
Greetings from Switzerland.ï»¿"
To a wonderful player.

Thank you Andy, I'm sure we all miss him greatly.

George

Mike Wilkerson · Post by **Mike Wilkerson** » 25 Feb 2015 9:05 pm

I don't care what that one fellow says about Reece Mr Anderson always treated me like a human being..Him and I always talked via Email or phone conversations... He always asked me how my playing was progressing and if I was in a rut he always pulled me out...I'll never forget when I restored my D-12 classic I was in need of parts and thinking because it was MSA he would have them.. He didnt but referred me to JIm Palenscar and he had what I was looking for... RIP ole friend

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