As I return from my holiday I found out that Leonard Haze passed away in his sleep at the age of 61.
Picture ; Taryn Benn, Concord 1982
Rest in peace
Leonard, the times I met you were always nice and funny taking all the time.
When I asked you in Newcastle on your view on returning to Europe a big grin appeared on your face. “It feels like stealing money, man” you said.
Heaven has one of the best rhythm sections now……….
This is what Dave said on Facebook:
It is with shock and sadness that I type this. Leonard Haze, the legendary drummer, and a guy I spent decades with creating great music together, has passed away at 61. This, just a few days after his birthday. I just woke up to this news, as I’m in Germany, and immediately called his wife, Kelly. She confirmed that Leonard had passed away in his sleep, a few hours ago, sometime between noon and 7:30pm on Sunday, September 11.
Leonard has been struggling with COPD for years, but Kelly said that although his health had recently declined, they felt he had a few years left, so this is unexpected.
My deepest condolences to Leonard’s family and friends. His impact on the rock scene was well documented.
Rest in peace, my friend.
-Dave Meniketti
HERE is a link to a phone-call Eddie Trunk had with Dave regarding the passing of Thunderfoot.
