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400 My thoughts about Gene Pitney: A giant talent and a "once in a generation" voice that will
never be My final thoughts: "It hurts to lose Gene Pitney." Mike Marusak 399 It is said that 'Only the good die young' and Gene
was too young. 398 My sincere condolences to Gene Pitney's family and
friends, especially to his wife and sons. I am so sorry for your loss.
Reading of his unexpected passing in today's newspaper was quite a shock
to me. The whole day suddenly changed, and all I've done since is remember
Gene's music. An extraordinary voice has been stilled. 397 I am deeply sorry to here abouts Genes death, I for one will miss him. I'm 56 and grew up listening to his Music. From Only Love can Break a Heart, to Backstage. I will continue to share his music with friends of mine, He will be deeply missed by all his fans. I will say a prayer fro him. I hope soon they Public will realize that a Great Singer and a Musician has left us. I know that I will miss him. You really just don't know how much it hurts me to hear about his Passing. Thank you. Officer John Webb 396 Please pass this on to Genes wife and family. As a singer and the wife of a major promoter in Australia, Michael Barnett, I performed as support for 5 Australian tours with Gene during the seventies. I found Gene to be a wonderful performer and generous to work with. I have fond memories of Gene coming to our home for dinner many times. He always talked warmly and lovingly of his wife and sons. I spoke to Gene on the phone when he was in Melbourne last year and he invited me to his show but I was unable to go as I was performing myself. His death has shocked the world but of course it is devastating for you. Please know you are in my prayers and thoughts. He will always be with you. Sending love to you all. Marcie Jones (Barnett) 395 I grew up listening to the wonderful voice of Gene
Pitney. Have a cd I have been playing since a relative gifted me with
it for Christmas. 394 What can I say? I cried when I heard the news and I
cry everytime I think of his passing. I am 59 and have loved Gene since
I was given a few of his albums by my first love, Bobby, when I was
only 14. I have followed Gene's career for 45 years and truly enjoyed
the special when he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
My heart goes out to his wife and sons. He is singing with the stars
now - I hope it's my favorite song "Cornflower Blue." We love
you Gene and we will see you again. 393 392 I have been a fan of Gene's from day one, and have never ceased to be one. His passing was like losing a member of my family. Having worked in radio for 15 years, I had the pleasure of playing some of his music, along with interviewing him over the phone when living in Ft. Myers, Florida. He was unique! He was nice! He was down to earth. He truly appreciated his fans. Words can't express my grief at his passing. There will never be another Gene Pitney. He became and remained such a big part of my life. Thanks for the happiness and fond memories, Gene! Philip North 391 To friends and family - Gene was a great signer. He
is gone. But his 390 Thank you Gene Pitney, for all the joy your music has
brought to your fans through the years. No one will ever come close
to matching the emotion you gave to your music. I will love your voice
forever. 389 "Town without Pity"," 24 Hours from Tulsa", songs that were part of my life as I was learning to be a man in the early 60's. I feel a deeper loss than when we lost Lennon. "Didn't Have A Dime" So many great songs. God bless him and take him home. Michael Berna 388 387 Gene, what a beautiful voice , you & your talent
will be forever missed. 386 My memories of Gene and his songs are still strong
in my heart as if time stood still. I am 55 and remember as a teen those
songs that keep time in a bottle. His albums are still on my shelf and
with CD's he can travel with me. I am saddened by his passing, but he
has left so much behind that he will live in my heart forever. Town
without Pity my favorite of all ( and I am playing it now as I am writing
this) I was 12 years old and remember buying the 45 for .55cents at
the record shop. His songs brought me thru my high school dances and
proms. There are songs that bring people back to the good times, and
Gene has always brought me back to those times when listening to his
music. He will be missed...........but not forgotten. 385 We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Gene Pitney on Wednesday 5th April 2006. We live in Oldcastle, Co. Meath in Ireland & we were on holiday in Somers, CT last fall. We had a wonderful holiday, visited many fine places in the north east & met some very kind folks. This visit to Connecticut was easily as enjoyable as our first, back in September 2002. A significant feature of our holiday was Gene’s performance at Mohengunsun on Wednesday 12th October 2005 - what a killer show! Gene was in very fine voice, the song selection was varied & outstanding and his team of musicians did him proud. Gene’s version of Robbie William's 'Angels' was a particularly fine vocal event. In fact, the entire performance was awe inspiring. Our only disappointment was the fact that there was not an opportunity to meet Gene after the show. We did, however, have a special gift for him which our gracious relatives presented to him on our behalf. We would have loved to have Gene personally. Sadly, that opportunity is now gone. We still cannot believe the news of Wednesday 5th April 2006. Gene, may you always be remembered for your unique voice, your tremendous song writing genius and your graciousness. Regards, 384 Thanks for the wonderful music. 383 Dear Sir, 382 Please extend my sincere sympathy to his family. He
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375 This is one of lives wierd moments. I´ve just
"re-discovered" Gene Pitney. I was born in the late fiftys
and I newly heard a tune in a movie wich was "24 Hours From Tulsa",
so I did a web-search and dicovered Gene Pitney. I have just bought
some of his records and had a lot of "flashbacks" when I was
listening to all the tunes that was playing in the background when I
was a little boy. For all most of the europeen fans in my own age, the
Radio Luxenburg was that times iPod and I reconized many of his songs
from that period. 374 How very sad to hear the news today. Had to pull off Gene Pitney stands with the greatest singers of our My sincere condolences to his family and close friends. 373 Gene Pitney was my all-time favorite! I have loved him and his songs for as long as I can remember, and I am a product of the 60’s, having graduated high school in ’65 and college in ’69. I last saw him in concert at Universal in Hollywood. He had not been to California in more than twenty years and the concert was absolutely wonderful! My crush on him was renewed that night and I would have given anything to have known him personally. He was such a talented man! My prayers are with his family as the whole world mourns his passing. Norma Rodriguez 372 As a 12 year old Rockville girl when Gene Pitney was 22, I never could have made it through puberty without his songs.Though he is gone, his songs remain with me forever. Debby Bruce Hamilton 371 My deepest condolences to Gene's family. Gene &
his family were my neighbors in Rockville, CT (High & Hammond) 370 Having loved his music for years and seeing him for
the first time at Canterbury Hurlstone RSL Club last year, I was definitely
looking forward to seeing him again when he returned. What a professional
performer, he aged gracefully, he looked so healthy, how unexpected
and how terribly sad his passing is to all his fans and especially the
loved ones he leaves behind. I personally have a pain in my heart. 369 368 Saddened to learn of the passing of Gene Pitney. I
had the pleasure of 367 366 365 And love him we did. I shared the joy of your voice,
the magic of your music, and the dream that you gave to us all as we
grew old together. God Bless you always. 364 Gene and his music, his voice, him, are why I am still here today. I went through a very bad, abusive marriage back in the 70's and 80's. I had at the time only 3 Gene albums. Had I not played them when I was really down, I would have finished it all. Thank you Gene. You will always be remembered by all who loved you and your music, and the type of person you were. I am proud to be a huge Gene fan. From Sue 363 I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Pitney's death. I have
been a fan for awhile now. I love his songs especially "The Man
Who Shot Liberty Valance & 24 Hrs. From Tulsa". WE will miss
his lovely voice very much. Please give our deepest condolences to his
family & friends. 362 I had so looked forward to seeing Gene this Easter weekend. I cannot tell you how much, but my loss no way compares to his wife & sons who I feel for, at least we as fans have his music on vinyl, tapes and cd's to remember him, they had him and will always have him no matter what, a place is reserved for GENE alongside Elvis, Big O & Buddy plus many other great's, just image if you can what sweet music these people will produce and sing in heaven, the mind boggles at the thought, hope I gety to see them together in time, GOD BLESS & KEEP THEM SAFE UNTIL THEN. BRIAN CLARKE 361 Still can't believe a legend has died I can't stop
thinking about him and 360 We have been privileged to see many of Gene's performances
at over a dozen locations in the UK between 1962 (Derby) and 2003 (Buxton),
and including that oft-referred to snowy night at the Commodore in Nottingham,
where we received "Princess" as our own personal dedication.
We also particularly enjoyed 24 Sycamore, "Dime", Blue Angel
and Backstage, which demonstrated his amazing vocal range, and presentation
style, as well as his unrelenting enthusiasm and vitality. And his easy
style between songs had every audience in the palm of his hand - no
other performer had empathy with his fans in the way that Gene did so
naturally. 359 We very absolutaly devistated to here about Gene,s
death.My wife and i saw him perform in Bradford on Saturday night.It
was a absolutaly fantastic concert which every single person there enjoyed
and by the way Gene sang i am sure he did too.He will be greatly missed
. 358 I was a fan of Gene's in the 1970's.When everyone else was taken up with Glam Rock I was captivated by his sheer talent and lyricism. I upset my mother because I left church early one eater because he was on the TV.I just want everyone who cared about Gene - his family, friends and Fans to know I am thinking of them. Maureen Whisker 357 I was very saddened to hear of the passing of the great Gene Pitney. He was a massive inspiration to alot of musicians and singers, and I for one had great respect for this exceptional musician. Please pass on my condolenscences to his family. He will be greatly missed, although I still have a good collection of his records, which will keep his memory alive. guitarworld 356 Like many millions of people around the world, I am saddened to hear about the death of Gene Pitney. Gene's music was a big part of younger years when I loved listening to and singing along with his music. I still do. However, now when I hear his songs, there will be a sad, new dimension to them, but I have a feeling that he would want us to keep on listening and singing right along so that's what I will try and do. Gene also seemed like a genuine, down-to-earth person, who remained
unaffected by his fame in the sense of not developing a large sized
ego. I think it was wonderful that he still enjoyed traveling around
the world, bringing pleasure to so many with his music. He wrote some wonderful, unforgettable songs and he will be sorely missed. My condolences to his family, his friends and his fans. Thank you. Irene Goldwasser 355 What a great artist, what a great voice and a fbaulour
testimony to the Bob H. 354 I would like to pass on my sympathy to Lynne Pitney
and her three sons on the passing of her husband / father Gene. He was
a musical legend in his time and a down right "good guy".
I met Gene years ago in the early years of his career, back in Connecticut,
when his manager was a man named Marty Kugell. I knew back then that
he had a special talent and would go a long way in the music world.
I will miss him terribly. I am so glad now that I saw his last concert
appearance at the Mohegan Sun casino. He had so many great hits but
I think one of his very best is the seldom heard "Take Me Tonight"
on Musicor. 353 A great loss to the music world. He sure will be missed,
my thoughts and prayers go out to his wife and children. 352 Gene and his music have been a part of my life since the sixties. Many events in my life are associated with his songs. I last saw him perfom live when he came to Grimsby a few years ago. he had lost none of the magic or vitality. My prayers are with his family at this sad time. He has left behind a legacy of music that means he will not be forgotten. Christine 351 350 349 348 love from Valerie xxx 347 Shocked and saddened to hear about the passing of Gene. So glad I was able to see him at Twin Towns, Queensland in recent years. Both concerts were fantastic. Will treasure a signed CD. Condolences to his wife and boys. Carolyn & Graham Fisher, Birkdale, Qld. 346 345 I was so sad to hear the news of Gene's passing. My prayers go out to Gene's wife and Son's. His voice and music touched me at a time when I needed it most and I would like to share a story with you. In 1962 my high school girl friend and I broke up. Well I guess she broke up with me, over the phone no less. I was heart broken. Dam, I was in love with her. I walked past my parents in the living room and went outside to be alone. I sat in my 53 chev and turned on the radio just in time to hear Gene's, only love can break a heart. There I was, a big strong football player sitting in my car wiping the tears away. Good thing my buddies didn't see me. I remember that monent to this day and I am not ashamed to admit it. That was the day I became a Gene Pitney fan and remain so today. I also had the good fortune to see Gene in concert at Las Vegas in 2005. When Gene sang only love can break a heart it took me back to 1962. This time it made me smile as I held my wife's hand. Then Gene sang, she's looking through the eyes of love. I could see the love in my wife's eyes as she smiled at me. I can only hope and pray that Gene knows just how much his music has touched the lives of others. Ted Taylor 344 Words cant describe the sadness i feel in my heart since i heard of Genes sudden death. I have been a fan for many years and never missed a concert when he came to Belfast in Northern Ireland. A true legend. Stephen 343 Hello its so sad that Gene Pitney died,My mother is
a great fan of him and i grow up with the songs of Gene Pitney.I like
his songs just like my mother very much.The songs are so full of emotion
and realy beautiful.He was a great performer and he died much to soon.I
always remember him because he is a memory of my youth.That he died
is terrible news. 342 Very sad to lose one of our true rock and roll hero`s
gene will always be remember for his wonderful voice in song and good
looks and charm my fa of his was so many but the one that stands true
in my heart was yesterdays hero what a song I never had the pleasure
of seeing him perform live in concert but Im sure it would have been
a blast when we lose someone like this it makes us sad and makes us
see just how old we are too bye gene you will always play a tune in
my heart and be a song that will never die my heart go se out to his
family and friends and to all his world wide fans take an hour or two
and remember him gene Pitney the man the music the song 341 i'v been a follower of gene pitney & a fan, and i have all his records & CD's and i was going to see him sing in wales on easter sunday, i could not belive what i heard on t.V, i cried all day. He will always be in my heart & i will always remember what a great singer her was. My condolences go out to his wife& family, it is a very sad lost for the music today. as long as known his music no one as sung like him, this isn't my computer, its my sons but he knows gwd music & gene pitmey is a gwd singer. Wish i could of seen him one more time, just 2 see him & hear him sing but he won't be forgotten. all my wishes carol clark xxx 340 I first saw Gene in Wigan in 1966 and the following
year I queued all night to get front row seats for his next concert
in Wigan it was my 18th birthday and my friend sent in a request for
a song Gene sang "PRINCESS IN RAGS" just for me a memory I
have always treasured. I have been to about 40 concerts all over the
UK my favourite being the Philharmonic Hall in Liverpool I know that
this was one of his favourite venues. I have shed many tears over the
past couple of days and I know there will be many more when I listen
to his songs. My favourite song was Take Me Tonight not a very well
known one unless you attended his shows. Thank you Gene for the wonderful
music and memories a large part of my life has been following your career
and I still can't believe that I will never see you again. My thoughts
are with Wendy 339 What can I say? I cried when I heard the news and I
cry every I think of his passing. I am 59 and have loved Gene since
I was given a few of his albums by my first love, Bobby, when I was
only 14. I have followed Gene's career for 45 years and truly enjoyed
the special when he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
My heart goes out to his wife and sons. He is singing with the stars
now - I hope it's my favorite song "Cornflower Blue." We love
you Gene and we will see you again. 338 To Gene Pitney's family. Have enjoyed years of his
music. 337 sorry to hear about your loss and his fans loss. he was a GREAT MAN! Whynotbull 336
335 Ellary Kahan 334 June Warlow and family Warrington U.K. 333 I was sadden by the new's of your loss.When ever I hear one of his songs it takes me back to my younger day's not always a fond memory(But) remembering Gene's music is a fond memory,it was the type of music that opened your heart and sometimes made it sad, but in a good way and also made it smile,I feel that he will always be with You, and your family, and all of his many many many fans each and every time a song of his is played. What a truly unique and heart warming voice he did have. May you always have a smile as well when you hear your favorite song sung by your loved one. Wanda 332 5th April was to be a good day for me ,going to see
Gene at Bristol, I was shocked to hear that he had passed away in Cardiff
.I have been a fan since the 60's .My condolences to his wife and family
he will be missed by many 331 330 Paul Kelley 329 God bless the family, friends and fans of Gene Pitney,
a man whose Pamela Carley 328 I have admired gene since being a child and he will
live on in my memory for a long time as both a great singer and also
a great man,one who alot of people will miss sorely. Thank you gene
for many years of fantastic music. 327 Hi 326 325 hello i will like to pay tribute to the distinct artist who died in the uk two days ago he was very wonderful please tell me the cause of his sudden death bye david clarke 324 My wife Patricia and I are shocked and deeply saddened
by the sudden and tragic death of the great Gene Pitney. 323 Saw Gene many times, so hard to come to terms with
this. 322 Gene Pitney was voor ons de perfecte zanger, met zijn
originele nummers en een gentleman onder de zangers tot heden. 321 His unique voice, easy style, and his wonderful choice of songs, and of course, that whistle, still leave me with the same “chill” that I first experienced while listening to his recordings way back when I was a teenager. Time still seems to stop in its tracks each time I hear Gene’s voice. I feel all of us around the world are blessed to have had the honor and opportunity to experience his great talent. How many performers have had such a following? My deepest condolences go to his family, friends, and fans. We all will sincerely miss Gene Pitney. Roslyn Nadler Boston, MA 320 Gene Pitney was one hell of a singer,and in the sixties when i was young,his music was the soundtrack i grew up with,a true Star,so sadly missed. Terry D. 319 318 I first heard Gene on a record that was my fathers
when I was like four of five years old and I never forgot it. The Christmas
before I turned 16, my father gave me my first cd of Gene, the same
one I heard in the first place. During the following years I made quite
a collection and there is almost not an hour that goes by without his
voice coming out of my radio. He was my superstar, my hero, and his
music made me what I am today. I would like to say a final Thank You
to Gene, God bless, and I will never forget you. You are and always
will stay a legend!! 317 I was so sad to hear of Gene's passing. I saw him last
Thursday In Nottingham. He performed brilliantly. He was loved as one
of our own here in Britain. My deepest sympathy to his family. 316 Love Doris. 315 What a shock to hear the news!!!! Gene has held a special
place in my life for over 30 years. This is a great loss to the music
industry & to all his fans worldwide. My heart goes out to his wife
& sons. 314 I am so sad to hear of Gene's passing. I had the wonderful
experience of seeing him in concert some years ago in Australia. I will
always remember and laugh because I was the youngest (then 24 years
old) on the bus taking us to the concert. All of my friends thought
that I was mad. I thought I was lucky to love such a unique voice. His
concert stood up to all expectations. I will always remember. Condolences
to his wife and three children! 313 312 There will never be another like you. We will miss you! Linda Eisenzimmer 311 310 A Wish For Gene................ 309 I still can`t believe what I heard this morning. Gone at just 65. Gene Pitney was unquestionably my favorite solo male singing performer of all time. I can remember when I was a teenager I would lock myself in my bedroom , put on my Gene Pitney album full blast , grab a pencil or a screw driver or anything that would make a good microphone and of course I would be standing in front of a large audience and I would sing along with Gene pretending those songs were mine. I did that more times than I can count. The songs that he sang , that to this day still give me goose bumps are “I`m gonna be strong” , “Mr. Moon Mr. Cupid and I “ , “ The Man who shot Liberty Valence” and Half heaven , Half Heartache. Even though I never saw him perform live or met him I have to say -----“Goodbye old friend I will pray for your family to get through these hard days ahead” Ed Puntervold Hialeah, Florida 308 I'm not afraid to admit it. Gene Pitney made me cry
when I heard the song: "Only Love Can Break a Heart". 307 306 305 i am so sorry to hear of genes death he was one of
my favourate singers 304 what a wonderful man glad to have seen him on saterday
1 april he will live on for ever 303 302 Dan Hall Rochester,
New York
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