Leon Chambers, RIP

Jeff Agnew · Post by **Jeff Agnew** » 6 Oct 2009 8:02 am

Just got word that legendary Texas guitarist Leon Chambers passed away this morning. Not unexpected, given his worsening condition the past few months, but sad nonetheless. The big swing band upstatirs just got one hell of a guitar player.

Sarah said there are no plans for funeral services at this time, just a BBQ at some later date that will celebrate his life. If I hear of any change in plans I'll post here as soon as I find out.

Rest in peace, my friend.

Bob Case · Post by **Bob Case** » 6 Oct 2009 7:32 pm

The big swing band upstairs just got one hell of a guitar player.
I couldn't say it better. Rest in peace my friend.

Dana Stewart · Post by **Dana Stewart** » 7 Oct 2009 5:22 am

We are sorry to hear this news. Our prayers will be with the family.

The Stewarts

Joe Naylor · Post by **Joe Naylor** » 7 Oct 2009 4:29 pm

I have been afraid this day was coming soon and send out my thoughts and prayers to the whole family.

You are right Bob - he always had that half smile and played the Phoenix show with a broken finger he closed in a car door when he got here. What a trooper and what a guy.

RIP Mr. Leon you will be missed.

James Morehead · Post by **James Morehead** » 7 Oct 2009 4:34 pm

So Sad.

R.I.P. Leon.

Ray Harrison · Post by **Ray Harrison** » 8 Oct 2009 9:55 am

As the old saying goes, "Leon played more by 9:15 PM than most guys played all night."
Great player and a super nice person.
He will be missed.
You're right about the Big Swing Band receiving one of the best..............

Bill Stafford · Post by **Bill Stafford** » 9 Oct 2009 2:27 am

Rest in Peace my friend as you gave us all much peace with your friendship and great music. Heaven is better off now. Sincere condolences to Sarah and family and all their close friends.
Bill Stafford

David L. Donald · Post by **David L. Donald** » 9 Oct 2009 7:01 am

My condolences to the family also.
Classic person and class act.

Jim Keith · Post by **Jim Keith** » 9 Oct 2009 4:21 pm

I am truly saddened by this. I enjoyed his friendship very much when we were neighbors, and the few times that we were able to play together were extra special.

I will always be proud to call him my friend.

jim flynn · Post by **jim flynn** » 11 Oct 2009 9:51 am

I met Leon at the TSGA jubilee and was struck with his
humility and honesty. For years we saw one another but once a year, and yet he remained as friendly as the first day. A musicians "musician". He will sorely missed.
Jim, Lone Star Steel Guitar.

Jeff Coffell · Post by **Jeff Coffell** » 16 Oct 2009 6:48 am

What a player and what a friend. God Bless each and all of his family and friends. We sure will miss him. Ditto on the great swing band in Heaven getting another great player.

Jeff & Regina Coffell

Jeremy and Jodie Person

Dale Thomas · Post by **Dale Thomas** » 20 Oct 2009 8:37 pm

I gained so much respect for him this past decade, as I watched him play two and three parts harmony around any melody line. He could make two guitars sound like a "section." The few visits I had with him were special. Play on, Leon. Dale Thomas

Bill McRoberts · Post by **Bill McRoberts** » 22 Oct 2009 6:27 pm

I also met Leon at the TSGA and each year that I visited the show he would always go out of his way to say Hi and make you feel welcomed. He will be sadly missed.

Bobbe Seymour · Post by **Bobbe Seymour** » 3 Dec 2009 9:17 am

A great friend for fifty years, what a great player and interesting guy,

Bobbe

Debbie Johnley Glaub · Post by **Debbie Johnley Glaub** » 4 Dec 2009 2:53 pm

My sincerest sympathy to the Leon Chambers Family...may his music live on...!

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Leon Chambers, RIP

Leon Chambers, RIP

Leon

My Friend

the man