His cause of death has not been revealed. It was at Soldier Field in Chicago and there were about 100,000 people there. 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Send us a message at: May God bless and comfort the family. Vocalist/guitarist Matthew K. Heafy comments: In the early days of Trivium, back when we were discovering the many [], Junstrom formed Lynyrd Skynyrd in 1964 with his high school classmates Ronnie Van Zant, Gary Rossington, Allen Collins, and Bob Burns. Skynyrd also paid homage to one of the bands co-founders, writing, Rest Easy, LJ, you will always be remembered as the big man, on the big bass with the even bigger heart!, Get weekly rundowns straight to your inbox, A daily briefing on what matters in the music industry. The cause of the death of the longtime bassist of .38 Special has not yet been ascertained. Lynyrd Skynyrd is known for hits including Sweet Home Alabama. Larry Junstrom, an original member of the iconic Southern rock group Lynyrd Skynyrd, has died at age 70. I will miss the great conversations & all the .38 special band stories while riding around looking for real estate. (Getty) "The Big Man on the Big Bass has left us," the tribute read. There are no words that can express how deeply sorry I feel. The bassist's death was announced on Facebook by his former band 38 Special, which. A cause of death has not been disclosed for Junstrom, who was born in Pittsburgh in 1949. In their Facebook post, 38 Special issued the following statement: The Big Man on the Big Bass has left us. Something went wrong, please try again later. We want to hear it. Junstrom was the bass guitarist of Lynyrd Skynyrd from its formation in 1964, until he was replaced by Greg T. Walker in 1971. EXCLUSIVE: Head teacher of leading grammar school is sacked for sending parents a list of striking teachers. Lawrence Edward Junstrom (June 22, 1949 October 5, 2019) was an American bassist, best known for having been in the rock band .38 Special from 1977 until 2014. He was truly one of a kind, a congenial traveling companion and a great friend to all with a humorous slant on life that always kept our spirits high a kind man with a big heart for everyone who crossed his path. [1] He was also one of the founding members of the Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd . Junstrom's cause . His cause of death has not been revealed. a kind and humorous man who rocked arenas all over the world. He was truly one of a kind, a congenial traveling companion and a great friend to all with a humorous slant on life that always kept our spirits high a kind man with a big heart for everyone who crossed his path. Plastic surgeon reveals five cosmetic procedures she would NEVER get - from dangerous Brazilian butt lifts BEL MOONEY:Why does caring for my dad take over my life? Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. Larry Junstrom, a founding member of the Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd and bassist for .38 Special, has died at age 70. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA and enjoyed spending time with family especially his wife, Thania, Nascar, Jaguars and Gator Football, Fishing, Ham Radio Operator and loved all animals. Junstrom's cause of death has not been revealed. However, .38 Special confirmed the news via Facebook, stating: The Big Man on the Big Bass has left us. Larry Junstrom, an original member of the iconic Southern rock group Lynyrd Skynyrd, has died at age 70. I bid you farewell and 73s! Copyright 2023 PopCulture.com. He would remain with the band until 1971, but left before they recorded their first album, 1973s (Pronounced Lh-nrd Skin-nrd). He was born in Pittsburgh, PA and enjoyed spending time with family especially his wife, Thania, Nascar, Jaguars and Gator Football, Fishing, Ham Radio Operator and loved all animals. "He was truly one of a kind, a congenial travelling companion and a great friend to all with a humorous slant on life that always kept our spirits high a kind man with a big heart for everyone who crossed his path. Even worse, many such slurs aren't from men but 'I couldn't do it without you': Victoria Beckham poses with her whole family after her PFW show - as she Brooklyn Beckham puts on a loved-up display with wife Nicola Peltz as they head back to hotel after Cruz Beckham supports his mother Victoria as he carrying his very own VB handbag on the way to her show Like father, like daughter! Junstrom's death comes just over a year after Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist Ed King died at 68 following a battle with lung cancer. in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the future icon moved to Jacksonville, Florida when he was 10-years-old, Isabel Oakeshott receives 'menacing' message from Matt Hancock, Beaming Harry and Meghan enjoy date night at private members' club, Ken Bruce finishes his 30-year tenure as host of BBC Radio 2, Pavement where disabled woman gestured at cyclist before fatal crash, Pro-Ukrainian drone lands on Russian spy planes exposing location, 'Buster is next!' Larry Junstrom, the founding bassist for Lynyrd Skynyrd and longtime member of 38 Special, has passed away at the age of 70. Larry Junstrom, the bassist for .38 Special and a founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd, has died. Published: 16:19 GMT, 7 October 2019 | Updated: 23:04 GMT, 7 October 2019. Witch, Harridan, Harpy, and new insults like Karen and Terf. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. Junstrom appeared on all 12 of 38 Special's studio albums, from their self-titled 1977 debut to 2004's Drivetrain, before a hand injury forced him to retire from the group in 2014. Lynyrd Skynyrd postponed a couple shows from their final Last of the Street Survivors Farewell Tour in August due to founding member and guitarist Gary Rossington's heart surgery. Junstrom helped form Lynyrd Skynyrd in 1964 with his high school classmates - vocalist Ronnie Van Zant, drummer Bob Burns and guitarists Gary Rossington and Allen Collins - under the name My Backyard. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. His first guitar was a Silvertone 6-string, and he began playing in a cover band called After Five before joining My Backyard. Lynyrd Skynyrd founding member and longtime .38 Special bassist Larry Junstrom has died at age 70. A cause of death was not immediately disclosed. Founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd and longtime bassist of 38. The Big Man on the Big Bass has left us, the band's heartfelt announcement began. . "He rocked arena all over the world and succeeded in living his dream. We are sending our devoted love, strength and comfort to his wife Thania and Larry's family. Larry Junstrom Cause of death. Billboard is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Junstrom first met Ronnie Van Zandt as a teenager when he noticed a group of boys racing beach buggies down his street. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. In August, they were forced to postpone shows so that founding member Gary Rossington could recover from heart surgery. "I know everyone tells you their fans are the best, but nobody is more loyal than a 38 fan," he said. 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The group disbanded abruptly in 1977 following a plane crash which killed Ronnie Van Zant, replacement guitarist Steve Gaines, and backup singer Cassie Gaines. Subscribe to Consequence of Sounds email digest and get the latest breaking news in music, film, and television, tour updates, access to exclusive giveaways, and more straight to your inbox. The post R.I.P. Our thoughts go out to Junstroms friends and family during this difficult time. ', In his prime: Junstrom, left, with his bandmate Barnes in 1986, Born Lawrence E. Junstrom on June 22, 1949in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the future icon moved to Jacksonville, Florida when he was 10-years-old. There is no word on the cause of death for the southern-fried rocker. Larry's cause of death is yet to be made known to the public but tributes are pouring in for the rock star . He was also one of the founding members of the psychedelic band Strawberry Alarm Clock. LYNYRD SKYNYRD's founding bassist Larry "L.J." Junstrom, who was also a longtime member of 38 SPECIAL, has died. We are sending our devoted love, strength and comfort to his wife Thania and Larrys family. BORN June 22, 1949 DIED October 6, 2019 AGE 70 Obituaries Larry Junstrom was a bassist who was a founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd and went on to join .38 Special. He was 70. In 1977, Junstrom enlisted in another Southern rock band, the Donnie Van Zant-fronted .38 Special, replacing bassist Ken Lyons. Mrs Junstrom and family Im so sorry for the loss of your husband Larry. Larry Junstrom was a bassist who was a founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd and went on to join .38 Special. Junstrom was in an early. The fun times on ham radio and hanging out at the lake house. We will miss our friend and partner. Longtime .38 Special and founding Lynyrd Skynyrd bassist Larry Junstrom has passed away at the age of 70. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. My deepest condolences to the Mann family, may God be with you at this time of your sorrow. Larry Junstrom, a founding member of southern rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd and longtime bassist for the band .38 Special, has died at the age of 70. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. Funeral Services will be held 11 AM, Thursday, October 10, 2019 at HARDAGE-GIDDENS RIVERMEAD FUNERAL HOME, 127 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park, FL with visitation held 1 hour prior to service at the funeral home. Larry Junstrom died natural death however Junstrom retired from .38 Special in 2014 following a serious hand injury. 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'Our story is one of hope': Conjoined twins who made history as first EVER pair survive to separation As Charles Bronson faces a parole hearing on Monday Will Britain's most violent prisoner soon be painting Is this Britain's most despicable man? Lawrence Edward Junstrom, 70, passed away on October 5, 2019 in Palatka, FL. The rock star had to retire from the music industry in 2014 after he suffered a hand injury which required surgery. Larry Junstrom, a founding member of the rock bank Lynyrd Skynyrd and bassist for 38 Special, has died, his band confirmed on Facebook Sunday. King played for the group in 1972, a year after Junstrom's exit, until 1975 and again from 1987 to 1996.
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