Bud Isaacs RIP

Rick Jackson · Post by **Rick Jackson** » 4 Sep 2016 1:30 pm

It is with a broken heart that I let you know Bud passed away about 11:00 a.m. this morning. He was suffering and in a lot of pain. No funeral plans at this time. He will be cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Geri has no internet access but if you would like to send a card, send it to: 12461 E. 38th Street Yuma, AZ 85367.....**** This is the correct zip code for Bud and Geri. Sorry for the error...rj****

This is from a few years back at one of the SWSGA shows...

Billy Easton · Post by **Billy Easton** » 4 Sep 2016 1:48 pm

We knew this day was coming, but we are never quite ready....may my old pal rest in peace. Bud was certainly one of a kind, and I will miss him. Love you Bud.

Billy and Meriul Easton

Richard Sinkler · Post by **Richard Sinkler** » 4 Sep 2016 1:57 pm

How sad.

Rick Barnhart · Post by **Rick Barnhart** » 4 Sep 2016 2:16 pm

It was an honor to have been introduced to this kind ol' gentleman several years ago. He was a true pioneer. Rest well.

admin · Post by **b0b** » 4 Sep 2016 2:20 pm

I'm so sorry to hear this. Bud was a true genius of the pedal steel, and one of my idols. I only met him once. He was very friendly to me and had a quick mind when it came to talking about steel guitar. I felt that I was in the presence of greatness.

My condolences to Geri and the rest of their close friends and family.

Ray Harrison · Post by **Ray Harrison** » 4 Sep 2016 2:24 pm

Another great loss. Such a pleasure to have worked with him many years ago.
The stories go on and on in heaven.

Billy Easton · Post by **Billy Easton** » 4 Sep 2016 2:30 pm

The last picture of Bud and I taken in late May of this year....

Joe Naylor · Post by **Joe Naylor** » 4 Sep 2016 2:31 pm

I had the honor of introducing him several times at the Phoenix. He always had time to come by and chat for a while. Loved his stories and have repeated a few.

I also had the prevliage of being the emcee at his 80th birthday celebration 8 years ago. He even gave me a story or two to tell. Towards the end of that show he called me over to him and told me I told that one better than he told it ----- flashed that Bud smile and he patted me and said Good Job Joe n

I was on Cloud 9. Lots of great memories.

Slowly will always be just a little for this day on.

RIP MR Bud

Joe Naylor
www.steelseat.com

john buffington · Post by **john buffington** » 4 Sep 2016 2:38 pm

We've lost yet another great legend and pioneer in the steel guitar world. We extend our deepest sympathies to Bud's family.

Jim Cohen · Post by **Jim Cohen** » 4 Sep 2016 2:52 pm

Another great loss in the steel guitar world. My deepest condolences to Geri and their family and friends. It was an honor to spend some time with him at the Arizona show. RIP, dear Bud.

Mike Neer · Post by **Mike Neer** » 4 Sep 2016 3:25 pm

RIP to a steel guitar legend.

Fred Justice · Post by **Fred Justice** » 4 Sep 2016 3:36 pm

God bless you old friend.
The chats we have had together I feel you knew the Lord as your personal Savior.
Go rest there till we all catch up to you Bud.
God be with Geri and the family.

Carl Williams · Post by **Carl Williams** » 4 Sep 2016 3:54 pm

My condolences to the family. A true legend and pioneer of steel guitar. It really hurts to see our heroes go. RIP Bud...Carl

Post by **Dave Mudgett** » 4 Sep 2016 4:28 pm

In life, you don't run into a lot of true pioneers. Bud Isaacs was one of those. We're so lucky to have had him in our community. RIP Bud, and my deepest condolences to his family and closest friends.

Skip Edwards · Post by **Skip Edwards** » 4 Sep 2016 4:40 pm

This is indeed sad news. Sincere condolences to the family.
Vaya con Dios, to a true pioneer.

Joe Naylor · Post by **Joe Naylor** » 4 Sep 2016 5:45 pm

A couple more memories.

One of the times I was introducing he and Geri

Another one from a show with Herb and Bud.

Joe

Ben Lawson · Post by **Ben Lawson** » 4 Sep 2016 5:59 pm

What a legacy he leaves for us. I am so glad I got to meet him. I'm sorry he's gone.

Mitch Drumm · Post by **Mitch Drumm** » 4 Sep 2016 6:24 pm

He was so much associated with Webb Pierce and "Slowly". It's a shame he didn't get more recognition for the instrumentals and western swing stuff he recorded.

At times, I hear that west coast Noel Boggs sound in his early recordings.

Here's a link to the earliest thing I know of by Bud---on the original version of what has become a Texas dance hall classic, from 1950. Supposed to be done on a Gibson Electraharp:

http://picosong.com/zTfa

And here's my favorite 3 pix. I'm wondering when he was in the Army--I think that buck private pic was taken around Washington DC, where he apparently was stationed.

Bud's obviously had a sense of humor and it was on display the only time I ever spoke with him. A character.

My condolences to everyone who knew him well.

Roy Rosetta · Post by **Roy Rosetta** » 4 Sep 2016 8:06 pm

This is such sad news. Bud and Geri have been good friends of mine and Barbara's for many years. Our sincere condolences for Geri and their family. Rest in Peace dear friend.
...Roy and Barbara

Johnny Case · Post by **Johnny Case** » 4 Sep 2016 8:30 pm

I am saddened that we have lost a kind spirit whose
imaginative musicianship revolutionized the steel guitar world. May he rest in peace.

Duane Reese · Post by **Duane Reese** » 4 Sep 2016 9:01 pm

Let us never forget how the E9th sound started, and who started it back in 1954...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3B6FjkaY-O8

Thanks Bud.

Walter Stettner · Post by **Walter Stettner** » 4 Sep 2016 9:40 pm

This is really sad news. My condolences to the family.

Here's a photo of two legends, both gone now:

RIP, Bud

Walter Stettner
Vienna, Austria

Bill Bailey · Post by **Bill Bailey** » 4 Sep 2016 10:06 pm

Last week I watched the video of Bud and Geri playing Slowly at the SWSGA show a few years ago. Bud had not touched his steel for 10 or 12 years according to Geri.You could see Bud doing his best for the audience. Now he plays in the Angel Band. May the Lord comfort his family and friends.

Godfrey Arthur · Post by **Godfrey Arthur** » 5 Sep 2016 1:10 am

Godspeed Sir!

Wow Mr. Pedal steel..as in...

David Wright · Post by **David Wright** » 5 Sep 2016 1:42 am

Sad to hear this, R.I.P Bud, You took Steel Guitar to a new level, Thank you...

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