Comments on: Just received word that bassist Keith Carper has died

By: Suzanna Eckchum

Suzanna Eckchum — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 19:10:22 +0000

I was given the honor to perform “A Few Strings Away” a tribute song I wrote for Keith Carper at his Memorial Service Nov. 17th, To his family, friends, fellow musicians, thank you for letting me take the stage and share my memories of Keith. A fun loving beautiful mega talented soul keith touched each one of us in his own personal way showering us with spiritual gifts of love. He will never leave us because of these gifts. To each and everyone, hold in your heart the keith that touched you and remember he is really a few strings away.A copy of “A Few Strings Away” is available in which all proceeds will benefit Keith’s estate. May contact me at suzannaeckchum@hotmail.com/615-943-0891.
Peace & Harmony
Suzanna Eckchum

By: T. Reed

T. Reed — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 07:14:38 +0000

Sweet Keithie, I just heard the news. Your passing leaves me with such a heavy heart. Thank you dearly for your friendship and bless you for the gift of your music and your light. You were always able to make me feel so welcome and at home in your presence. If only there were more souls like you. I will miss you in what’s left of this time but I am comforted to believe you will be there welcoming me at my reception.

By: Tom VanNortwick

Tom VanNortwick — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 03:58:06 +0000

I played with Keith in ’74/’75. It was a true pleasure to play with him. Very sorry to hear of his passing, always hoped to see and play with him again someday.

By: Walter Morgan

Walter Morgan — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 01:26:09 +0000

I just now learned of Keith’s passing. He was always a pleasure to work with in Studio A. He was always willing to share his experience. I will miss his playing.

My sincere condolences to his family.

By: Tommy Holcomb

Tommy Holcomb — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 11:56:21 +0000

I knew Keith through my friends Gene and Betty Elders and Ray Wilkes. I was always amazed at his abilities as a bassist and, though (regretfully) we were only casual friends, I was impressed with his sincere modesty and kindness. He’s gone far too soon. I extend my sincere sympathy to his family and many friends.

By: Cliff Mascitelli

Cliff Mascitelli — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 11:20:08 +0000

I’ll never forget the day we went fishing and Kieth was using a bobber. It went something like this, Keith, the bobber is to let you know if you have a bite, NOT FOR KNOCKING OUT THE FISH!!!!!!FOLLOWED BY THAT MEMORABL. WE ALL KNOW THE LAUGH.

Cliff Mascitelli

By: Paul Wilson

Paul Wilson — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:37:45 +0000

My name is Paul Wilson. Keith was one of my best friends, and he will be missed always. I’ve set up a myspace page in his honor. It is:
http://www.myspace.com/keithcarpermemorialpage

On this page, I will post music (mostly lesser known stuff Keith played on, the obscure, the unreleased, etc.) and pictures; I’ll also keep everyone up to date about a memorial tribute to take place in November at Gruene Hall(tentatively, just waiting to hear back from a couple of folks). I will also be making a tribute CD to be sold at the gathering. Proceeds from the CD will go toward offsetting expenses related to Keith’s passing.

By: kariyoung

kariyoung — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 03:08:55 +0000

Since there were no prayers said that day at the memorial service i would like to say this: Don’t grieve for me, for now i’m free. I’m following the path God laid for me. I took his hand when i heard him call. I could not stay another day. To laugh, to love, to work and play, Tasks left undone must stay that way. I’ve found peace at the close of the day. If my parting has left a void. Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss; Ah, yes, these things i too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life’s been full, I savored much, Good friends, good times, a loved ones touch, Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your heart and share with me God wanted me now, He set me free. I hope this prayer will help some of you as it has me.

By: kariyoung

kariyoung — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 02:59:44 +0000

Keith was my very best friend and as i read all the comments on here i realize he was the best friend to many. He will be so greatly missed by all. I hope he was watching from above while everyone was at his memorial the friends, family and tears. He was so loved by everyone. It is very sad to say goodbye to someone so young. He was funny, happy and the most gifted person i have ever known. To Carol my prayers are with you as you live without the man you loved. You made him very happy and after meeting you i know he had lots of laughter in his life. May god bless you and his family and friends as we get used to living without the man we all loved. My prayers are with you all.

By: nancy markhoff

nancy markhoff — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:12:48 +0000

These comments have touched my heart..Thanks to all who loved and shared..Blessings..I have been apart of the Carper clan for over 35 years..I believe what we all remember honors those gone before..To June Bill and Keith together forever..Love in you Nancy