Pete Bardens 1945 - 2002

We are very sad to inform you that former Camel keyboardist, Peter Bardens, died in Los Angles, California, on 22nd January 2002. This was posted to camelogue today, and is confirmed on CP's website...

Fellow progressive music lovers...
It is with great sadness that I pass along the following:
At 3am...Tuesday, January 22nd, 2002...Pete Bardens finally succumbed to the lung cancer that had been draining him of his life for many months now.
It's been a rough last year or so with Pete, and his suffering is finally at an end. He did have a brief respite at the benefit put on his honor by long-time mate, Mick Fleetwood. Daughter Talulah, friends Joe Walsh, Dave Koz and many others played there hearts out for a beloved man and incredible musician. That night, Pete not only enjoyed his friends, but performed with them, as well. It was a great night. :-)
His funeral is next Wed., Jan 30th, 10:30am at Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 6000 Santa Monica Bl., (east of Gower), Hollywood, CA 90038-1864.
For those who wish to send flowers, please call 323-469-1155. You must mention the coordinator, Luba...and that they are for Pete Barden's funeral.
Our best to you, Pete....Never Let Go.

Scott Robertson
NP: Camel - Moonmadness :-(

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