Guy E. "Buddy" Tabor Jr., 63, of Juneau, Ala., and formerly of Roanoke, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2012, suffering from lung cancer. He was lovingly cared for by his wife, Jeanette; his son, Jessee; and his sister, Margaret; as well as a host of his Juneau friends, hospice workers and nurses, for which his family will always be grateful. Buddy was preceded in death by his parents, Geraldine Gardner and Guy Edison Tabor Sr. He is survived by his wife, Jeanette Chee Tabor; and his sons, Jessee Tabor and Joshua Tabor. Surviving sisters are Ann (Auburn) Light, Barbara (Ben) Flora, Judy Tabor and Margaret (Tommy) Armstrong. Nieces and nephews include Aubie (Kelly) Light and son, Alex, Doug (Missy) Light, Sheri Light and son, Austin, Keaton Tabor, Judith Ann Tabor and son, DaShawn, Michelle Armstrong, Rebecca Armstrong, and Meghan (Chris) Sangar. Also surviving are several aunts and an uncle; many friends; and also brothers, sisters, and relatives of his wife's family. A house painter by trade, Buddy's deep emotional calling was music. Caught up in the music of the 1960s, he bought a guitar and proceeded to teach himself to play, Devoted to his music, he not only played, but wrote and composed songs, and produced a number of CDs. Much of his music reflected his love of the road, his love of Juneau, Ala., as well as other interests. He truly loved Juneau, his musical and political friends there, and performing at the folk festivals in Juneau and elsewhere. Of special note was his performing for the inmates of Folsum Prison. Throughout his life he loved his family and was supported by them in his endeavors. We remember Buddy, his music, sharing hikes, and his passion for Juneau, nature, Bob Dylan and politics. Phrases such as "Take a picture with your mind", "Sometimes a light burns a hole in the dark, and through that hole flies a meadowlark" will serve to remind us of his poetic nature and his love of music. A Memorial Service is planned in Juneau on Saturday, February 11, 2012. His family in Roanoke will have an informal service at a yet to be determined time. Courtesy announcement by Flora Funeral Service & Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
Published in Roanoke Times on February 8, 2012∼Local singer and songwriter Guy "Buddy" Tabor died Sunday evening February 5, 2012 in Juneau. He was 63. Buddy had been receiving treatment for cancer since September. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by friends and family.
Buddy was born March 12, 1949 in Roanoke, Virginia, the son of Guy Edison Tabor Sr. and Mazie Geraldine Gardner Tabor. He grew up in Roanoke where he attended local schools. His mother was a homemaker who sang in the choir of the West End United Methodist Church. His father supported his family as a sign painter.
He first came to Alaska in 1967 where he worked for the Post Office, for the Alaska Railroad and on the TransAlaska oil pipeline. In 1976 he married Jeannette Chee. He and Jeannette moved to Juneau in 1977 where he worked for the City and Borough of Juneau, the State of Alaska, Catholic Community Services, brief ownership of the Orpheum Theatre and then self-employment as a housepainter in partnership with long-time friend Franz Schneider.
Buddy began playing guitar at age 14. He worked hard to become a disciplined and accomplished guitarist and musician. Over his lifetime Buddy had a highly productive career as a singer-songwriter who produced and released nine albums and wrote hundreds of original songs. Among his many musical and poetic influences were Bob Dylan, Hank Williams, John Prine, Adrian C. Lewis, Rebecca Lee Yates, Joy Harjo, Sherman Alexie and the King James Bible. His first paid gig was at the Red Dog Saloon in the 70s. Other appearances included over three decades of Alaska Folk Festival performances and shows at the Orpheum, McPhetre's Hall, Resurrection Lutheran Church and many other venues where he was often joined by musician friends such as Betsy Sims, Collette Costa, Albert McDonnell, John Hartle, Riley Woodford, Pat Henry, Jason Caputo, Justin Smith, Kevin Barr, Art Johns, Paul and Melissa Zahasky, the late Bob Pavitt and many others in Alaska and Yukon Territory. He was a member and supporter of the Alaska Folk Festival from its inception.
In recent years Buddy was a participant in a regular song circle with Terry and Frederick Hoskinson, Elva Bontrager, Gerry Fiscus, Sandy Warner, Mike Truax, Cheryl Cook, Kathy Hawker and George Trani.
Buddy also performed regularly for inmates at Folsom Prison in collaboration with poet Marty Williams. His final performance was at the California prison in December 2011. In addition he opened for national stars Nancy Griffith, Townes Van Zandt and Iris DeMent.
Buddy's song "Get Up Dogs," was featured on ABC's Wide World of Sports and other documentaries, and his songs "New Fallen Snow," and "My Father's Grave" was covered by the Undertakin' Daddies, a Canadian band.
Buddy was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Jeannette, his sons Joshua and Jesse, his sisters Ann Carol Light, her husband Auburn Light, and their children, Aubie and Alex; Barbara Yvonne Tabor Flora and her husband Ben Flora; Judy Rae Tabor and her children Keaton Tabor and Judith Tabor DeShawn and by Margaret Tabor Armstrong and her husband Tommy, and their children Michelle, Rebecca and Meghan.
His ecumenical funeral was Saturday, February 11th at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in downtown Juneau.
Photo courtesy of Brian Wallace
Published in The Juneau Empire from February 12 to February 19, 2012
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Guy E. "Buddy" Tabor, Jr., age 63 of Juneau, Alaska and formerly of Roanoke passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2012 suffering from lung cancer. He was lovingly cared for by his wife, Jeanette; his son, Jessee; and his sister, Margaret; as well as a host of his Juneau friends, hospice workers and nurses, for which his family will always be grateful.
Buddy was preceded in death by his parents, Geraldine Gardner and Guy Edison Tabor, Sr. He is survived by his wife, Jeanette Chee Tabor and his sons Jessee Tabor and Joshua Tabor.
Surviving sisters are Ann (Auburn) Light, Barbara (Ben) Flora, Judy Tabor and Margaret (Tommy) Armstrong. Nieces and nephews include Aubie (Kelly) Light and son Alex, Doug (Missy) Light, Sheri Light and son Austin, Keaton Tabor, Judith Ann Tabor and son DaShawn, Michelle Armstrong, Rebecca Armstrong, and Meghan (Chris) Sangar. Also several aunts and an uncle and many friends; and also brothers and sisters and relatives of his wife's family.
A house painter by trade, Buddy's deep emotional calling was music. Caught up in the music of the '60's, he bought a guitar and proceeded to teach himself to play, Devoted to his music, he not only played, but wrote and composed songs, and produced a number of CD's. Much of his music reflected his love of the road, his love of Juneau, Alaska, as well as other interests. He truly loved Juneau, his musical and political friends there, and performing at the folk festivals in Juneau and elsewhere.
Of special note was his performing for the inmates of Folsum Prison. Throughout his life he loved his family and was supported by them in his endeavors. We remember Buddy, his music, sharing hikes, and his passion for Juneau, nature, Bob Dylan and politics. Phrases such as "Take a picture with your mind", "Sometimes a light burns a hole in the dark, and through that hole flies a meadowlark" will serve to remind us of his poetic nature and his love of music.
A memorial service is planned in Juneau on Saturday, February 11, 2012. His family in Roanoke will have an informal service at a yet to be determined time. Courtesy announcement by Flora Funeral Service & Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
February 5, 2012
FLORA FUNERAL SERVICE INC
Rocky Mount, VA
Published in Roanoke Times on February 8, 2012∼Local singer and songwriter Guy "Buddy" Tabor died Sunday evening February 5, 2012 in Juneau. He was 63. Buddy had been receiving treatment for cancer since September. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by friends and family.
Buddy was born March 12, 1949 in Roanoke, Virginia, the son of Guy Edison Tabor Sr. and Mazie Geraldine Gardner Tabor. He grew up in Roanoke where he attended local schools. His mother was a homemaker who sang in the choir of the West End United Methodist Church. His father supported his family as a sign painter.
He first came to Alaska in 1967 where he worked for the Post Office, for the Alaska Railroad and on the TransAlaska oil pipeline. In 1976 he married Jeannette Chee. He and Jeannette moved to Juneau in 1977 where he worked for the City and Borough of Juneau, the State of Alaska, Catholic Community Services, brief ownership of the Orpheum Theatre and then self-employment as a housepainter in partnership with long-time friend Franz Schneider.
Buddy began playing guitar at age 14. He worked hard to become a disciplined and accomplished guitarist and musician. Over his lifetime Buddy had a highly productive career as a singer-songwriter who produced and released nine albums and wrote hundreds of original songs. Among his many musical and poetic influences were Bob Dylan, Hank Williams, John Prine, Adrian C. Lewis, Rebecca Lee Yates, Joy Harjo, Sherman Alexie and the King James Bible. His first paid gig was at the Red Dog Saloon in the 70s. Other appearances included over three decades of Alaska Folk Festival performances and shows at the Orpheum, McPhetre's Hall, Resurrection Lutheran Church and many other venues where he was often joined by musician friends such as Betsy Sims, Collette Costa, Albert McDonnell, John Hartle, Riley Woodford, Pat Henry, Jason Caputo, Justin Smith, Kevin Barr, Art Johns, Paul and Melissa Zahasky, the late Bob Pavitt and many others in Alaska and Yukon Territory. He was a member and supporter of the Alaska Folk Festival from its inception.
In recent years Buddy was a participant in a regular song circle with Terry and Frederick Hoskinson, Elva Bontrager, Gerry Fiscus, Sandy Warner, Mike Truax, Cheryl Cook, Kathy Hawker and George Trani.
Buddy also performed regularly for inmates at Folsom Prison in collaboration with poet Marty Williams. His final performance was at the California prison in December 2011. In addition he opened for national stars Nancy Griffith, Townes Van Zandt and Iris DeMent.
Buddy's song "Get Up Dogs," was featured on ABC's Wide World of Sports and other documentaries, and his songs "New Fallen Snow," and "My Father's Grave" was covered by the Undertakin' Daddies, a Canadian band.
Buddy was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Jeannette, his sons Joshua and Jesse, his sisters Ann Carol Light, her husband Auburn Light, and their children, Aubie and Alex; Barbara Yvonne Tabor Flora and her husband Ben Flora; Judy Rae Tabor and her children Keaton Tabor and Judith Tabor DeShawn and by Margaret Tabor Armstrong and her husband Tommy, and their children Michelle, Rebecca and Meghan.
His ecumenical funeral was Saturday, February 11th at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in downtown Juneau.
Photo courtesy of Brian Wallace
Published in The Juneau Empire from February 12 to February 19, 2012
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Guy E. "Buddy" Tabor, Jr., age 63 of Juneau, Alaska and formerly of Roanoke passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2012 suffering from lung cancer. He was lovingly cared for by his wife, Jeanette; his son, Jessee; and his sister, Margaret; as well as a host of his Juneau friends, hospice workers and nurses, for which his family will always be grateful.
Buddy was preceded in death by his parents, Geraldine Gardner and Guy Edison Tabor, Sr. He is survived by his wife, Jeanette Chee Tabor and his sons Jessee Tabor and Joshua Tabor.
Surviving sisters are Ann (Auburn) Light, Barbara (Ben) Flora, Judy Tabor and Margaret (Tommy) Armstrong. Nieces and nephews include Aubie (Kelly) Light and son Alex, Doug (Missy) Light, Sheri Light and son Austin, Keaton Tabor, Judith Ann Tabor and son DaShawn, Michelle Armstrong, Rebecca Armstrong, and Meghan (Chris) Sangar. Also several aunts and an uncle and many friends; and also brothers and sisters and relatives of his wife's family.
A house painter by trade, Buddy's deep emotional calling was music. Caught up in the music of the '60's, he bought a guitar and proceeded to teach himself to play, Devoted to his music, he not only played, but wrote and composed songs, and produced a number of CD's. Much of his music reflected his love of the road, his love of Juneau, Alaska, as well as other interests. He truly loved Juneau, his musical and political friends there, and performing at the folk festivals in Juneau and elsewhere.
Of special note was his performing for the inmates of Folsum Prison. Throughout his life he loved his family and was supported by them in his endeavors. We remember Buddy, his music, sharing hikes, and his passion for Juneau, nature, Bob Dylan and politics. Phrases such as "Take a picture with your mind", "Sometimes a light burns a hole in the dark, and through that hole flies a meadowlark" will serve to remind us of his poetic nature and his love of music.
A memorial service is planned in Juneau on Saturday, February 11, 2012. His family in Roanoke will have an informal service at a yet to be determined time. Courtesy announcement by Flora Funeral Service & Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
February 5, 2012
FLORA FUNERAL SERVICE INC
Rocky Mount, VA
Guy E. "Buddy" Tabor Jr., 63, of Juneau, Ala., and formerly of Roanoke, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2012, suffering from lung cancer. He was lovingly cared for by his wife, Jeanette; his son, Jessee; and his sister, Margaret; as well as a host of his Juneau friends, hospice workers and nurses, for which his family will always be grateful. Buddy was preceded in death by his parents, Geraldine Gardner and Guy Edison Tabor Sr. He is survived by his wife, Jeanette Chee Tabor; and his sons, Jessee Tabor and Joshua Tabor. Surviving sisters are Ann (Auburn) Light, Barbara (Ben) Flora, Judy Tabor and Margaret (Tommy) Armstrong. Nieces and nephews include Aubie (Kelly) Light and son, Alex, Doug (Missy) Light, Sheri Light and son, Austin, Keaton Tabor, Judith Ann Tabor and son, DaShawn, Michelle Armstrong, Rebecca Armstrong, and Meghan (Chris) Sangar. Also surviving are several aunts and an uncle; many friends; and also brothers, sisters, and relatives of his wife's family. A house painter by trade, Buddy's deep emotional calling was music. Caught up in the music of the 1960s, he bought a guitar and proceeded to teach himself to play, Devoted to his music, he not only played, but wrote and composed songs, and produced a number of CDs. Much of his music reflected his love of the road, his love of Juneau, Ala., as well as other interests. He truly loved Juneau, his musical and political friends there, and performing at the folk festivals in Juneau and elsewhere. Of special note was his performing for the inmates of Folsum Prison. Throughout his life he loved his family and was supported by them in his endeavors. We remember Buddy, his music, sharing hikes, and his passion for Juneau, nature, Bob Dylan and politics. Phrases such as "Take a picture with your mind", "Sometimes a light burns a hole in the dark, and through that hole flies a meadowlark" will serve to remind us of his poetic nature and his love of music. A Memorial Service is planned in Juneau on Saturday, February 11, 2012. His family in Roanoke will have an informal service at a yet to be determined time. Courtesy announcement by Flora Funeral Service & Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
Published in Roanoke Times on February 8, 2012∼Local singer and songwriter Guy "Buddy" Tabor died Sunday evening February 5, 2012 in Juneau. He was 63. Buddy had been receiving treatment for cancer since September. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by friends and family.
Buddy was born March 12, 1949 in Roanoke, Virginia, the son of Guy Edison Tabor Sr. and Mazie Geraldine Gardner Tabor. He grew up in Roanoke where he attended local schools. His mother was a homemaker who sang in the choir of the West End United Methodist Church. His father supported his family as a sign painter.
He first came to Alaska in 1967 where he worked for the Post Office, for the Alaska Railroad and on the TransAlaska oil pipeline. In 1976 he married Jeannette Chee. He and Jeannette moved to Juneau in 1977 where he worked for the City and Borough of Juneau, the State of Alaska, Catholic Community Services, brief ownership of the Orpheum Theatre and then self-employment as a housepainter in partnership with long-time friend Franz Schneider.
Buddy began playing guitar at age 14. He worked hard to become a disciplined and accomplished guitarist and musician. Over his lifetime Buddy had a highly productive career as a singer-songwriter who produced and released nine albums and wrote hundreds of original songs. Among his many musical and poetic influences were Bob Dylan, Hank Williams, John Prine, Adrian C. Lewis, Rebecca Lee Yates, Joy Harjo, Sherman Alexie and the King James Bible. His first paid gig was at the Red Dog Saloon in the 70s. Other appearances included over three decades of Alaska Folk Festival performances and shows at the Orpheum, McPhetre's Hall, Resurrection Lutheran Church and many other venues where he was often joined by musician friends such as Betsy Sims, Collette Costa, Albert McDonnell, John Hartle, Riley Woodford, Pat Henry, Jason Caputo, Justin Smith, Kevin Barr, Art Johns, Paul and Melissa Zahasky, the late Bob Pavitt and many others in Alaska and Yukon Territory. He was a member and supporter of the Alaska Folk Festival from its inception.
In recent years Buddy was a participant in a regular song circle with Terry and Frederick Hoskinson, Elva Bontrager, Gerry Fiscus, Sandy Warner, Mike Truax, Cheryl Cook, Kathy Hawker and George Trani.
Buddy also performed regularly for inmates at Folsom Prison in collaboration with poet Marty Williams. His final performance was at the California prison in December 2011. In addition he opened for national stars Nancy Griffith, Townes Van Zandt and Iris DeMent.
Buddy's song "Get Up Dogs," was featured on ABC's Wide World of Sports and other documentaries, and his songs "New Fallen Snow," and "My Father's Grave" was covered by the Undertakin' Daddies, a Canadian band.
Buddy was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Jeannette, his sons Joshua and Jesse, his sisters Ann Carol Light, her husband Auburn Light, and their children, Aubie and Alex; Barbara Yvonne Tabor Flora and her husband Ben Flora; Judy Rae Tabor and her children Keaton Tabor and Judith Tabor DeShawn and by Margaret Tabor Armstrong and her husband Tommy, and their children Michelle, Rebecca and Meghan.
His ecumenical funeral was Saturday, February 11th at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in downtown Juneau.
Photo courtesy of Brian Wallace
Published in The Juneau Empire from February 12 to February 19, 2012
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Guy E. "Buddy" Tabor, Jr., age 63 of Juneau, Alaska and formerly of Roanoke passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2012 suffering from lung cancer. He was lovingly cared for by his wife, Jeanette; his son, Jessee; and his sister, Margaret; as well as a host of his Juneau friends, hospice workers and nurses, for which his family will always be grateful.
Buddy was preceded in death by his parents, Geraldine Gardner and Guy Edison Tabor, Sr. He is survived by his wife, Jeanette Chee Tabor and his sons Jessee Tabor and Joshua Tabor.
Surviving sisters are Ann (Auburn) Light, Barbara (Ben) Flora, Judy Tabor and Margaret (Tommy) Armstrong. Nieces and nephews include Aubie (Kelly) Light and son Alex, Doug (Missy) Light, Sheri Light and son Austin, Keaton Tabor, Judith Ann Tabor and son DaShawn, Michelle Armstrong, Rebecca Armstrong, and Meghan (Chris) Sangar. Also several aunts and an uncle and many friends; and also brothers and sisters and relatives of his wife's family.
A house painter by trade, Buddy's deep emotional calling was music. Caught up in the music of the '60's, he bought a guitar and proceeded to teach himself to play, Devoted to his music, he not only played, but wrote and composed songs, and produced a number of CD's. Much of his music reflected his love of the road, his love of Juneau, Alaska, as well as other interests. He truly loved Juneau, his musical and political friends there, and performing at the folk festivals in Juneau and elsewhere.
Of special note was his performing for the inmates of Folsum Prison. Throughout his life he loved his family and was supported by them in his endeavors. We remember Buddy, his music, sharing hikes, and his passion for Juneau, nature, Bob Dylan and politics. Phrases such as "Take a picture with your mind", "Sometimes a light burns a hole in the dark, and through that hole flies a meadowlark" will serve to remind us of his poetic nature and his love of music.
A memorial service is planned in Juneau on Saturday, February 11, 2012. His family in Roanoke will have an informal service at a yet to be determined time. Courtesy announcement by Flora Funeral Service & Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
February 5, 2012
FLORA FUNERAL SERVICE INC
Rocky Mount, VA
Published in Roanoke Times on February 8, 2012∼Local singer and songwriter Guy "Buddy" Tabor died Sunday evening February 5, 2012 in Juneau. He was 63. Buddy had been receiving treatment for cancer since September. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by friends and family.
Buddy was born March 12, 1949 in Roanoke, Virginia, the son of Guy Edison Tabor Sr. and Mazie Geraldine Gardner Tabor. He grew up in Roanoke where he attended local schools. His mother was a homemaker who sang in the choir of the West End United Methodist Church. His father supported his family as a sign painter.
He first came to Alaska in 1967 where he worked for the Post Office, for the Alaska Railroad and on the TransAlaska oil pipeline. In 1976 he married Jeannette Chee. He and Jeannette moved to Juneau in 1977 where he worked for the City and Borough of Juneau, the State of Alaska, Catholic Community Services, brief ownership of the Orpheum Theatre and then self-employment as a housepainter in partnership with long-time friend Franz Schneider.
Buddy began playing guitar at age 14. He worked hard to become a disciplined and accomplished guitarist and musician. Over his lifetime Buddy had a highly productive career as a singer-songwriter who produced and released nine albums and wrote hundreds of original songs. Among his many musical and poetic influences were Bob Dylan, Hank Williams, John Prine, Adrian C. Lewis, Rebecca Lee Yates, Joy Harjo, Sherman Alexie and the King James Bible. His first paid gig was at the Red Dog Saloon in the 70s. Other appearances included over three decades of Alaska Folk Festival performances and shows at the Orpheum, McPhetre's Hall, Resurrection Lutheran Church and many other venues where he was often joined by musician friends such as Betsy Sims, Collette Costa, Albert McDonnell, John Hartle, Riley Woodford, Pat Henry, Jason Caputo, Justin Smith, Kevin Barr, Art Johns, Paul and Melissa Zahasky, the late Bob Pavitt and many others in Alaska and Yukon Territory. He was a member and supporter of the Alaska Folk Festival from its inception.
In recent years Buddy was a participant in a regular song circle with Terry and Frederick Hoskinson, Elva Bontrager, Gerry Fiscus, Sandy Warner, Mike Truax, Cheryl Cook, Kathy Hawker and George Trani.
Buddy also performed regularly for inmates at Folsom Prison in collaboration with poet Marty Williams. His final performance was at the California prison in December 2011. In addition he opened for national stars Nancy Griffith, Townes Van Zandt and Iris DeMent.
Buddy's song "Get Up Dogs," was featured on ABC's Wide World of Sports and other documentaries, and his songs "New Fallen Snow," and "My Father's Grave" was covered by the Undertakin' Daddies, a Canadian band.
Buddy was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Jeannette, his sons Joshua and Jesse, his sisters Ann Carol Light, her husband Auburn Light, and their children, Aubie and Alex; Barbara Yvonne Tabor Flora and her husband Ben Flora; Judy Rae Tabor and her children Keaton Tabor and Judith Tabor DeShawn and by Margaret Tabor Armstrong and her husband Tommy, and their children Michelle, Rebecca and Meghan.
His ecumenical funeral was Saturday, February 11th at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in downtown Juneau.
Photo courtesy of Brian Wallace
Published in The Juneau Empire from February 12 to February 19, 2012
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Guy E. "Buddy" Tabor, Jr., age 63 of Juneau, Alaska and formerly of Roanoke passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2012 suffering from lung cancer. He was lovingly cared for by his wife, Jeanette; his son, Jessee; and his sister, Margaret; as well as a host of his Juneau friends, hospice workers and nurses, for which his family will always be grateful.
Buddy was preceded in death by his parents, Geraldine Gardner and Guy Edison Tabor, Sr. He is survived by his wife, Jeanette Chee Tabor and his sons Jessee Tabor and Joshua Tabor.
Surviving sisters are Ann (Auburn) Light, Barbara (Ben) Flora, Judy Tabor and Margaret (Tommy) Armstrong. Nieces and nephews include Aubie (Kelly) Light and son Alex, Doug (Missy) Light, Sheri Light and son Austin, Keaton Tabor, Judith Ann Tabor and son DaShawn, Michelle Armstrong, Rebecca Armstrong, and Meghan (Chris) Sangar. Also several aunts and an uncle and many friends; and also brothers and sisters and relatives of his wife's family.
A house painter by trade, Buddy's deep emotional calling was music. Caught up in the music of the '60's, he bought a guitar and proceeded to teach himself to play, Devoted to his music, he not only played, but wrote and composed songs, and produced a number of CD's. Much of his music reflected his love of the road, his love of Juneau, Alaska, as well as other interests. He truly loved Juneau, his musical and political friends there, and performing at the folk festivals in Juneau and elsewhere.
Of special note was his performing for the inmates of Folsum Prison. Throughout his life he loved his family and was supported by them in his endeavors. We remember Buddy, his music, sharing hikes, and his passion for Juneau, nature, Bob Dylan and politics. Phrases such as "Take a picture with your mind", "Sometimes a light burns a hole in the dark, and through that hole flies a meadowlark" will serve to remind us of his poetic nature and his love of music.
A memorial service is planned in Juneau on Saturday, February 11, 2012. His family in Roanoke will have an informal service at a yet to be determined time. Courtesy announcement by Flora Funeral Service & Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
February 5, 2012
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Rocky Mount, VA
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