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Mike Headrick
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Skip Jackson

Post by Mike Headrick »

Skip Jackson of Hendersonville Tennessee passed yesterday (June 26th). Skip played for Faron Young, The Kendals, and others. He was a fine player, though pretty much retired from music for several decades. Arrangements are pending.
Tiny Olson
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Post by Tiny Olson »

I'm sorry to read of Skip's passing. He was a great guy and player. We did many package shows with The Kendalls back in the late 70s - early 80s and I always looked forward to visiting with and listening to Skip playing his Blanton.

My deepest sympathies and prayers go out for Skip, his family and friends.

Sincerely,
Chris "Tiny" Olson
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Post by john buffington »

In Tulsa several years ago while with Faron Young's Band, Skip came out to a club I was working in and jammed several hours with us before heading on to their next show. He would show you anything at the drop of a hat, a real gentlemen for sure.
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Post by Buddie Hrabal »

Sorry to hear of his passing. I first met Skip when he lived in Burleson,TX He was a great player and as he went on to other jobs he just got better. RIP Brother
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Bert Brown
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Skip was a super picker

Post by Bert Brown »

Worked with Skip in the Kendalls Moving Train Band
in the 80s
Sweet and funny guy, got me started on psg.
A real musical artist who could play the stock licks but always added his own special spice. Great guy to be on the road with.
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Go rest high on that mountain dear friend!
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