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   January 11, 2008
At one time I thought I was a good sax player until I heard boots play some 25 years ago in Evanville IND. After hearing him play I went back and started over-- what talent-- Boots must of had direct contact with the man upstairs because I could tell it came from the heart and was a gift from God.    Carlos McDonald (Owensboro, KY)

 



   January 8, 2008
Still in our thoughts. God bless you and your family Boots. Thank you for the music. RIP>    molly conn (Inverurie Scotland)

 



   January 1, 2008
I'm a saxophonist myself, and I have always looked up to Randolph- even before I knew his name. I had heard Yakety Sax and it made me smile to think that maybe, just maybe someday I could be that good. I will always look up to him as an inspiration to keep playing Orlean, my tenor sax. He was a worthy legend to musicians everywhere. I can only hope to someday play half as good as he was.    Gabbi Cunningham (Elwood, IN)
 



   December 8, 2007
An absolute must for all the Musical Halls Of Fame,NASHVILLE. Have all his music, play with it to this day, modeled my style after his, but there was only one Boots Randolph. I am so glad we were able to see him in Pigion Forge when he was here last. There were some greats, but he was The Greatest. My dearest wishes for his family and friends. A singer sings, yes? But someone that can evoke the scope of emotion through a sax like he did was nothing short of a gift to us all.    A friend, Fan, & Player His fan for 42 years (Rogersville, TN)

 



   December 8, 2007
Dad introduced me to his music as a 12 yr-old. Played with him years later when at the W.P.B FL Auditorium, when touring with Chet Atkins & Floyd Cramer and others through the years. Don't believe there will ever be someone that can express emotion through a Sax as sweetly as he did. His ability to gently touch the mind, or rush pure emotion and intensity through all your senses was one of a kind. God Bless Him, all his family. He will be missed, but his music and memories will not.    Dan Wesson (Rogersville, TN)

 



   December 7, 2007
I first met Boots in 1972 at his club and was amazed of his talent. A truly incredible sax player and a wonderful person. He has been a inspiration to my playing ever since.    Glenn Kennedy (Milwaukee, WI)

 



   October 22, 2007
I'm sorry to find out that Boots passed away. He was and is a great Sax player and he will surely be missed. I love playing along with him on my saxophone, I only wish I was as good as him. God bless your family.    Raymond S Horspool (Ogden, UT)

 



   October 17, 2007
A wonderful tribute to the greatest sax player I ever heard. I grew up listening to your music since I was 8 years old now I'm 50 and still listening. Thanks for the inspiration to play my sax. Boots'the next song will be for you.    Ken Santorello (Shirley, NY)

 



   September 11, 2007
Being somewhat of a saxophonist myself,I always said that if I could get to be just HALF as good as Boots,then I'd have something.God be with the Randolphs as I know they miss him dearly.We will all miss him.    Bubba Smith (Forest, MS)

 



   July 30, 2007
My husband and I have known Boots for years and both loved him dearly. Boots helped us celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary many years ago and we had since become good friends. He laughingly said those many years ago, "We'll do this again on your 50th". How we looked forward to that, however, my husband went to heaven before that ever happened. But Boots remained a dear friend and always a true gentlemen. Once, after Gordy had gone, when he came to our town, he played "Stardust" for my husband, Gordy, and I. I shall treasure those memories forever. What a treasure! I feel comforted as I am sure that my Gordy met him at the Heavenly Gates. Sincerest sympathy to Dee and your whole family.    Lonni Lybarger

 



   July 17, 2007
I always wanted to see Boots live and in concert. Now I will have to wait until I get to heaven. Anyone with that talent on the sax has got to be in heaven.    Yvonne (Gladstone, MI)

 



   July 17, 2007
To The Family of "Boots" Randolph: I was out of town when I heard of Boots' death. I recently have had the honor of producing a CD that highlighted Boots and other musicians from an earlier era. Great man to have known and to have worked with. He will be sorely missed. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this time.    Neil Cacciottolo (Oaklawn)

 



   July 13, 2007
It is so nice to know that the 'one and only' Boots was loved by so many people..I have been a fan for over 30 years..he accepted a random phone call I made to his club one time (on a bet that he would not come to the phone)..we talked about the saxophone and music, and it was just like talking to someone you had always known..what a gentleman, and amazing saxophonist! There will never be another Boots..    Andy Klaehn (Kitchener, ON)

 



   July 13, 2007
Our sincerest sympathy to the family of the greatest sax player this planet has ever known. I was never honored to meet Boots, but I always wanted to tell him in person that he was an "American Treasure". We will miss him, but his music lives on as a legacy for generations of music lovers to come. May the Heavens enjoy our loss.    Jean & Jerry Wacksman (Newark, DE)

 



   July 12, 2007
You are in my thoughts and prayers.    Caroline Palka (Overbrook, KS)    July 12, 2007 You are in my thoughts and prayers.    Carolyn Palka (Overbrook, KS)

 



   July 11, 2007
I am a 53 year old physician in Tennessee and have been a fan of Boots since I was 16 and played sax in the high school band. I have had the honor to have seen Boots twice in concert with Floyd Cramer and Chet Atkins. I also saw him perform twice at his club in Nashville. I will always cherish those memories. He was truly a class act. I sincerely hope I hear him again in the great by and by. I am sure God likes to hear little Yakity Sax now and then.    Jerry Mazza (Cleveland, TN)

 



   July 11, 2007
Boots was my Idol I started playing Sax when I was 6 and he is the reason for me playing and being in awe of him. The biggest thrill ever was seeing him for the 1st time at his club in Printer's alley and meeting him in Mass at a Jimmy Sturr Xmas show he is the best EVER!! and I will miss him always. I will play his music forever he had the best tone on the Tenor Sax Ever!! I hope your family puts your horns in the hall of fame you should be there in Nashville and Cleveland. Please rest in peace Boots your sax buddy Kevin    Kevin Aucoin (Northboro, MA)

 



   July 10, 2007
I'm 60 years old and started to listen to Boots when I was 16. He was always my idol. What a class act. surely miss you. rest in peace.    Paul golda (new Port Richey, FL)

 



   July 9, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.    dave nicely (baltimore, MD)

 



   July 9, 2007
My daddy passed away when I was only six,so I don't have many memories of him.However,I'd always heard that he was a huge Boots Randolph fan. On behalf of my father, Charles Felder,I extend my sympathies to the Randolph family.    Pam Simmons (Holly Hill, SC)

 



   July 9, 2007
Being a Sax man myself, my idol was always Boots Randolph. My online s/n is Yaketysax. I have an autographed picture of "Mr. Sax" Boots Randolph on my den wall. He was the greatest. My condolences to his family and may God Bless.    Austin Roberts (Clermont and Key West, FL)

 



   July 9, 2007
To the Randolph family, Boots to me was the greatest Sax player EVER!!! My Dad who passed away in 1992 was a big fan of your and he turned me on to Boots. I finally met him in 1990 at his club in Printer's alley, and several times here in Mass with Jimmy Sturr. He signed his new cd to my best fan ever and I gave him a tape of the Boston Pops he played in 1972 he Loved it. I will play your music forever Boots Please rest in peace and God Bless your family your my special sax buddy I Love You. Kevin Aucoin    Kevin Aucoin (Northboro, MA)

 



   July 8, 2007
WHEN I WAS A LITTLE GIRL MY PARENTS HAD THE YAKETY SAX ALBUM AND I WOULD CALL MY GRANDPARENTS & ASK IF THEY WANTED ME TO PUT THEM ON A SHOW. THEY WOULD COME TO OUR HOUSE AND I WOULD DANCE TO THE WHOLE ALBUM. MY SISTER STEPPED ON THE ALBUM AND BROKE IT AND MY HEART. MANY YEARS LATER A FRIEND OF MINE FOUND ME ANOTHER RECORD AT A FLEA MARKET. JUST LIKE THE ONE I HAD AS A LITTLE GIRL. I CHERISH IT, NOT JUST BECAUSE OF THE MEMORIES IT BRINGS BACK, BUT I LOVE BOOTS RANDOLPH!!!! MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.    KIM GARRETT (MOUNTAIN CITY, TN)

 



   July 8, 2007
i atteded "Singing on the mountain" and enjoyed Mr Randolph so much. He was real blessing to my sister who was with me as she has just lost her husband. She went and bought his cd and had him autograph it. I do have some pictures I took of him if the family would like them.emailShirlds@bellsouth.net    Shirley sorrell (raleigh, NC)

 



   July 8, 2007
I send my sympathies to the Randolph family and friends with the loss of such a special and dear person. The music world has lost one of the really great musicians. Boots had style, musicianship, technique, tone and the emotional quality in his playing that grabbed you and got to your heart. We will miss him but his music lives on in our LP, tape and CD collections. How fitting that the King of the sax played several numbers with the other King.    Herb Teitgen (Moorhead, MN)

 



   July 8, 2007
To the Randolph family we send our condolences,May God be with you.Thank you "Boots" for the great Sound on Arabia-1963-Showcase.You were the Best-God Speed, The Delcos.    Otis Smith (Clinton, MD)

 



   July 8, 2007
In My Pocket I have memories in my pocket. They rattle among the change. My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go. They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole They give me comfort when I think I am alone. Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there. But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.    Irene B. Francis (Columbus, GA)

 



   July 8, 2007 Boots,
I am a common man that enjoyed good music. you are at rest now. no more pain or worries. I just lost my wife May 11th.May God take care of both of you. Richard Ball. llinois    Richard L Ball (Round Lake,, IL)

 



   July 8, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.    Suzy Hoke (Mobile)    July 8, 2007 I'm just another sax man who was greatly impressed and influenced by both his pop efforts as well as his ability to play serious jazz. Thanks Boots, I'll cherish your autographed LPs and CDs for the rest of my life.    Hubert Talley (Stella, NC)

 



   July 8, 2007
MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO BOOTS FAMILY.HE WAS A LEGEND AND NO ONE CAN REPLACE HIM.GOD NEEDED A SAX PLAYER FOR HIS HEAVENLY BAND. GOD BLESS!!    RITA DOBSON (FORT PIERCE,, FL)

 



   July 7, 2007
When I was a teenager in Baltimore Maryland we did a dance called "THE LORENZO STOMP" to the yakkity sax song. To this day I will always remember that fun time and it was because of Boots' Thanks for the memories Boots and rest in peace. My condolences to the family.    GORDON DISNEY (WILMINGTON, NC)

 



   July 7, 2007
Boots, Thank you for the many years of pleasure listning to you play. You are the tops. Now you will play for the Angels.    Antone Matteliano (Buffalo, NY)

 



   July 7, 2007
Boots, we will miss you greatly. I enjoyed our laughs and times while together at the Excalibur Classic Chairty events. Thank you for being such a caring and generous person in so many ways.    Lane Baker (Miami, FL)

 



   July 7, 2007
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.    Trecia and Fred Freeman (madison, TN)    July 7, 2007 One of the earthly greats...His contribution to music has made him immortal. God gives him eternity.    G. L. T. (Myrtle Beach, SC)

 



   July 7, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Randolph family...Peace be with you    Margaret Burcky (Marion, KS)    July 7, 2007 I was a child when I met you in the early 60's. I really don't remember much other than knowing my father played with you in the beginning as well as another friend in Evansville, IN. I cherish my 45's and my favorite is still "Windy & Warm". My father Rex played with you on that one and I thank you for giving me one of the only treasures I have of you both. Your music will be remembered forever and so will you, God Bless Your Family. Rest in peace Mr. Randolph.    Christina Burdick maiden name was Williams (Evansville, IN)

 



July 7, 2007
Oh, this shockes me so! My husband and I were to see Boots this August. I was so excited, now I am so sad. To his family, my deepest sympathies..    Louise Wisinski (West Allis, WI)

 



   July 6, 2007 We enjoyed seeing you on nashville now when it was still on the.You were a very talented man.I even have your YAKKITY YAK ALBUM ON 33 1/3. it was great.also your CD. Your family has our condolences.    CAROL & DICK MARKS (GREEN BAY, WI)
 



   July 6, 2007
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE RANDOLPH FAMILY. 'boots" was the greatest. i have a bunch of his 33 1/3 r.p.m. records and they still get a lot of playing. i'm sure he will be playing music with the angels up above. he will never be replaced.    robert schlorff (Cameron, MO)

 



   July 6, 2007
LOVE U'R MUSIC!

 



      July 6, 2007
Sorry, to see that you are up above, but they need somemore music and humor "UP THERE" We will all sadly miss you, but we have your albums, and cassettes. I came to Nashville to see you, you were the beat! My wife has gone to heaven too! in 2004. I had my own band for 30 years AND I also collected piano tuning jobs, and I saw you on the NJ TURNPIKE, I was a toll collector for 40 years ,I now am retied but still play my organ, thank You for all the years of GLORY!!!!!! Andrew Glendon Jr. God Bless, You and AMERICA    Andrew Glendon Jr. (Zephyrhills, FL)

 



   July 6, 2007
Everytime I hear your music I think of my father who passed. He was your biggest fan (a sax player as well) and I grew up listening to you music since I was a little girl. I hope the both of you are playing beautiful music together. God Bless.    Christine Newberry (Zemanek) (Antioch)

 



   July 6, 2007
Thank You Boots!! It was a priviledge and an honor to have performed with you. You gave me my sense of self worth in music and life in general. You made me feel like I was always a member of the group and Jim and I will miss you always. You personafide the term "Gentle-man". Our condolences to Randy, and all of his other family members and our "Thanks" for sharing him with the world.    Terry & Jim Sweasy (Lutz, FL)

 



   July 6, 2007
Deepset symathy to the Randolph family.He truly was one of the greats.I am blessed to have one of his records.I will cherish it always. Elizabeth    elizabeth perez (victoria, VA)    July 6, 2007 While you are mourning the loss of a loved one, others are rejoicing to meet them behind the veil.    Susan H (Oklahoma City, OK)

 



   July 6, 2007
I grew up admiring "The Man". I played the sax and could appreciate the greatness of Boots. It was also nice to know he grew up in these neck of the woods. God Bless you and your family.    Bill Oeth (Evansville, IN)

 



   July 6, 2007
We have had the privilege of knowing "boots" the man. I have had the honor of performing alongside him for the past few years. Most recently in May 2007 at the Nashville Palace...playing the Tennesse Waltz on tenor sax with the man I looked up to as a young aspiring musician. The Jimmy Sturr Band will cherish the memories. Liz and I will cherish his kindness and friendship. May he rest in peace in the glory of our Lord.    Johnny Karas and Liz (NY)

 



   July 6, 2007
My mother which is deceased now always enjoyed Mr. Randolph's music. His music was beautiful. So sorry for your loss...    Jeanette Fisher (Mesquite, TX)
 



   July 6, 2007
We've all lost a true legend. I can't tell you how much I enjoyed the music of Boots Randolf. I went to two of his concerts with "Chet & Floyd"...even went backstage to meet him and get his autograph. He was a gracious man and a GREAT entertainer.    J. Corry (Warner Robins, GA)

 



   July 6, 2007
We lost a man who could make the sax talk!!!! who is going to be greatly missed. I grew up with his 33 1/3's.Great loss!!!    Dave Watts (Eastport, ME)

 



   July 6, 2007
Spent July 4th at work,listening to Boots & reflecting on how much his music has mean't to me.Fortunately I got to see him in concert 2 times way back when,along with Floyd Cramer,,who was originally from my hometown of Huttig).Saddened me immensly to hear of Boot's passing but he'll live on forever through his music.All my prayers & condolences to his family. R.I.P. Homer Louis Randolph,I know you're Yakety Saxin all our lost ones in Heaven Forever.    Steven Pill (Huttig, AR)

 



   July 6, 2007
My husband and I have enjoy his music for years, we are so sorry for your lost of a special loved one.    Carol Colbert (Pensacola, FL)

 



   July 6, 2007
May God Continue to keep you all in His Loving Arms and give you Comfort in the days to come. My Deepest Sympathy.    Jean Alligood-Dorsey (Rochester, NY)

 



   July 6, 2007
I met Boots many years ago. He was a gracious man, and so nice to me. I was in awe, because I have tried to play his "style" of Sax for years. He WAS the MAN. So sorry he is gone. I will always treasure his music, and the concerts I attended of his. The Ambassador of The Sax is gone.    Freddy Helm (Taylorsville, KY)

 



   July 5, 2007
TO THE FAMILY OF BOOTS RANDOLPH- MAY GOD BE WITH YOU SINCERELY, MS.ALMA RENNER SACRAMENTO CALIFORNIA    ALMA RENNER (SACRAMENTO, CA)

 



   July 5, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.    D. Barnes (NY)

 



   July 5, 2007
BOOTS,YOU GAVE ME AND MANY,MANY MORE GREAT PLEASURE IN LISTENING TO THE GREATEST SAX PLAYER EVER.THANKS. HOPE TO SEE YOU UP THERE WITH ALL THE OTHER GREATS,SAVE ME A GOOD SEAT.    SONNY ATTENIESE (NY)

 



   July 5, 2007
I have enjoyed Boot's music over the years. I last saw him at Legion Town, Ala. two years ago. His sax was as mellow then as when I first heard him. Rest in peace, great one    Dafford Brewster (Attalla, AL)

 



   July 5, 2007
I have been a Boots fan since I started playing sax 40 years ago. Boy, if I could play as half as good as he could. I had my picture taken 2 years ago with Boots. It was priceless then and especially now after his death. I will never forget Boots as well as the other Nashville muscians that have gone on.    Bobby Lofton (Prairieville, LA)

 



   July 5, 2007
I was sorry to hear of the passing of Boots. My Mother LOVED his music, and I also enjoyed listening to his albums growing up. I hope you are playing music for my Mom in heaven!    R J (St. Paul, MN)

 



   July 5, 2007
The first time I saw Boots Randolph was at The Carousel. He and Chet Atkins, Floyd Cramer and Skeeter Davis performed at a benefit. I have been a Boots fan ever since. I have played sax for over 30 years myself and can really appreciate what a great sax man Boots was.    Mary Helen Saunders (Cookeville, TN)

 



   July 5, 2007
Rest in peace Boots Randolph...We have enjoyed years of your wonderful happy sax music.    Ernie and Carroll RIND (Edmonton, AB)

 



   July 5, 2007
A GREAT PERSON AND TALENTED MUSICIAN HAS DIED, BUT HIS MUSIC WILL LIVE ON FOREVER. WE'LL MISS YOU, BOOTS...    MARY ANN PATTON (OMAHA, NE)

 



   July 5, 2007
When I was growing up, my grandmother listened to Boots Randolph - almost only Botts Randolph. I would hear this great music and much later found out "THAT was Boots Randolph"! An incredible musician and I can see why my grandmother enjoyed it so much. My heart goes out to the family of this amazing man (gone but not forgotten) - a wonderful and remarkable legend.    Debbie Lawson (Fort Worth, TX)

 



   July 5, 2007
I always liked and respected Boots Randolph and his talent, but I never knew, until I read his obituary, that he was the sideman responsible for the classic sax sound that defined some of my very favorite 60's songs, such as "I'm Sorry," "Return To Sender," "Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree," and "Oh, Pretty Woman." Thank you, Boots, and may you rest in peace. God bless you and your family.    Tom Pillion (Solomons, MD)

 



   July 5, 2007
The music world has lost a towering legend. Boots Randolph’s influence on so many genres – Country, Rockabilly, R&B, and Rock and Roll – is estimable. He helped define – and put his stamp upon -- the cumulative sound of his generation. We always associate the ‘music from Heaven’ to be full and uplifting. That’s because it’s got folks like Boots, Beverly Sills and Bill Pinckney, all of whom we lost this week, to give it that soulful sound. Our lives are richer for them and the ‘music’ we hear from now one will ring from them.    Stephen Saucedo (Sacramento, CA)

 



   July 5, 2007
I grew up listentng to Boots Randolph and have collected a lot of his music. He will be missed by me as well as many other fans.    Lawrence Barrier (Morganton, NC)

 



   July 5, 2007
I remember my parents having his records when I was a kid and the Oldsmobiles my dad drove as company cars always had one of his songs on the demonstration tapes for the 8-track players in the cars. I used to listen to his music when we'd drive across country.    Heather Campbell (SACRAMENTO, CA)

 



   July 5, 2007
What a talent. He will be missed! I grew up hearing him and marveling at his talents. God Bless you in your sorrow and may he rest in peace.    Judy Workman (Spartanburg, SC)

 



   July 5, 2007
My father bought me the "Yakety Sax" album when I started playing the sax in middle school and he used to call me Boots. My condolences to the family - see you up there, Boots.    Dot Bast (Delray Beach, FL)

 



   July 5, 2007
GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY, REST IN PEACE BOOTS RANDOLPH    D.L. ZIMMERMAN (TOLEDO, OHIO)

 



   July 4, 2007
I remember hearing your music in my younger years. You gave us a lot with your music, and left it here for us to enjoy. God Bless.    Susan Smith (Delta, OH)

 



   July 4, 2007
I love and enjoy your music. May God hold you in the palm of his hand. For the Family may God bless you in your lost. Praise the Lord    Fiaavae Eastman (Olympia, WA)

 



   July 4, 2007
Randolph family, thank you for sharing your beloved Boots with us andtheworld. God Bless    Michael Carpenter (NY)

 



   July 4, 2007
Boots - From one Tenor blower to another, we miss you already. You inspired us, taught us and led by example. Save the rest of us a spot at that big jam session in the sky, will ya'? May the good Lord bless the family and friends and ease your minds and spirits in your time of grief.    Steve Lucas (Denton, TX)

 



   July 4, 2007
To the family of Boots Randolph go my deepest sympathies. Boots Randolph has to be the world's greatest sax man, one of the best interpreters of music, I first saw Boots in Greensboro Auditorium and was mesmerized when he played Harlem Nocturne, a great beat, unbelievable sax. Fortunate enough to see him again in Orlando a couple of times. Thank Goodness for cd's and albums, I have several and played along with the MAN quite often.    Bill Jenkins (Winter Park, FL)

 



   July 4, 2007
Thanks for all the great Music and Shows in Nashville.God Bless.    Bob & Jeanne Becker (Tiffin, OH)

 



   July 4, 2007
I have followed Boots for close to 40 years. He has been a great inspiration to me as a sax player. I have also met Boots several times over the years. A true gentleman. As a sax player, Boots has no equal.He will be in the pantheon of great musucians forever. God bless you and god bless Boots!    Eric Muller (Towaco, NJ)

 



   July 4, 2007
You were and will also be the greatest sax player    Donna Pool (Rice Lake, WI)

 



   July 4, 2007
Boots, you were the best and a great inspiration to me. Your music will live on!    Bob Zahn (Shreveport, LA)

 



   July 4, 2007
Another great one gone. May he rest in peace. Our sympathy to the family of the great Boots Randolph.    Helena & Neil Perlmutter (Port Saint Lucie, FL)

 



   July 4, 2007
Thanks for the memories,he was the best,and will greatly be missed. Our sympathy to the family    ALTON & GWEN BLACKMON (LONGVIEW, WA)

 



   July 4, 2007
THANKS FOR ENTERTAINING US WITH YOUR WONDERFUL MUSIC.    M.L.PRITCHETT (ATLANTA, GA)

 



   July 4, 2007
I had never heard of Boots Randolph until I went to Nashville for a convention in the early 90s and part of the package was to go to Boots club. We had a wonderful time, he played that night and my sister and I really enjoyed his music    Gail B. Paul (Grand Prairie, TX)

 



   July 4, 2007
MAY HE REST IN PEACE!!!!    kathy sue (ross) sims (andover, KS)

 



   July 4, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.    PATSY GORDON (PACOLET, SC)

 



July 4, 2007
God needed another good musican in heaven. may god rest your sole until that great day. gloria/ rodney vaiden. ,ms    gloria/ rodney cain (vaiden, MS)

 



   July 4, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to the family and many friends and fans of Mr. Randolph. We had the honor of his entertainment a few years ago at Cypress Gardens in Florida. Another musician gone...but Heaven has been waiting and will revel in the glorious music! God Bless....    Sharon & Bob (Davenport, FL)

 



   July 4, 2007
His music made us happy. His contribution to the American culture was amazing. He was truly talented. I am sorry for your loss and will remember you in prayer. You enjoyed a true treasure.    Jo Strader (Dawsonville, GA)

 



   July 4, 2007
May God Bless.    J Yarbrough (Toney, AL)

 



   July 4, 2007
I never met Boots Randolph but his music filled my heart and inspired me to play the sax. I am sorry for the loss to his family and friends and to the world.He will live in all of us that experienced his gifts.Peace Maria Hall    Maria Hall (Salisbury, NC)

 



   July 4, 2007
Our Prayers go out to the family. And A Big Thank You "Boots" for the Memories and Entertainment you provided over the years. The Legend Of "Boots Randolph" will live forever.    J James (NC)

 



   July 4, 2007
To the family of Boots: I know that heaven is a sweeter place now that the sound of Boots has entered paradise. He was much loved by all of my family. God keep you in the days to come.    Sandy Moore (Rocky Mount, NC)

 



   July 4, 2007
May you gain comfort from knowing that you and your family are in the prayers of so many others during your time of bereavement and the future days to come.    Barbara Mills (Euclid, OH)

 



   July 4, 2007
Had the great honor of "jammin" with boots in the basement of a house on Columbia Street in Evansville, Indiana. This was in the late 50's. I was attempting to learn the bass guitar and he encouraged me to continue. What a great musician. God Bless    Bill (Evansville, IN)

 



   July 4, 2007
Boots I will always remember you-My husband will met you in heaven he loved you. Mrs. Carl E. Steele Evansville, In.    ruth steele Greer (Evansville, IN)

 



   July 4, 2007   
Thomas Widgeon (Eastville, VA)

 



   July 4, 2007
May God Bless his precious heart and soul and his family and friends.    malinda ellis (scottsdale, AZ)

 



   July 4, 2007
SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS.    GLORIA THOMAS (ATLANTA, GA)

 



   July 4, 2007
Boots;You will be greatly missed by all of us,especially those of us who were in the business.    Johnny Barfield (Phenix City, AL)

 



   July 4, 2007
WHAT A GREAT SAX PLAYER.GOD BLESS YOU AND THE FAMILY OF THE GREAT BOOTS RANDOLPH. BUBBA RAY    BUBBA RAY (UPATOI, GA)

 



   July 4, 2007
Sincere sympathy to family and friends, fanatic fans like myself. The world has a loss, Heaven's gain!! Part of the Soundtrack of our Lives has gone, but never will be dimmed in our memories! We loved you with the same passion as you gave the music, the Alley has echoes a little sharper than the rest of the world!! We will always love you, Boots! I was at St.T. in Nashville as a student nurse in THE DAY -- 1960's. My son Jason plays sax. ... love, Pat - PJ    Patsy Jo Reed Sircy (Gainesboro, TN)

 



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Richard H. Herrick (Costa Mesa, CA)

 



   July 4, 2007
I am 51, when I was 11 my aunt played Boots Yakety Sax album for me and that was it I had to play the Sax. I spent all my teen years trying to emulate Boots Sax tome and technique and loved every moment of it. He was and is my favorite Sax player and it breaks my heart that I never got to meet him and here that great Sax in person. I did send Boots an email three years ago and he sent me an autographed photo of him holding his Sax and some music books to help me play. I will alway cherish his music and one day hope to meet Boots in heaven. I think I will go now and play along with some of Boots music. God bless his family and God bless Boots.    Donald Eastman (Olympia, WA)

 



   July 3, 2007
Boots Randolph I never met you but grew up with your music. Time stands still for no one. You will be missed my many. Deepest Sympathy to the extended family of Boots. Keep all your fond memories close to your hearts till you meet again. God Bless    Bud Stewart (Englewood, FL)

 



   July 3, 2007 M
r. Randolph was a great musician and he will definitely be missed. May God be with you all in your time of need. You are in my prayers. My mom, dad & I enjoyed his music very much. Now Mom & Dad will enjoy it again. Thank you for sharing him with the world.    Evelyn Cross (Fort Carson, CO)

 



   July 3, 2007
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with the Family, we extend to you our deepest Sympathy.We enjoyed your music so much, he will surely be missed. Bill Abney    Sylvia Williamson (Orlando, FL)
 



   July 3, 2007
Bootsy's memorable musics will linger on into the nights shining stars and then some. rest in peace my friend, Michael the"Hook" Deutsch    Michael Deutsch (Mpls, MN)

 



   July 3, 2007
Boots, I grew up listening to your music. My Father & Mother spent lots of time with you in Evansville In. Heard many stories about the Blue Bar. You were the best. God bless you and your family. From the family of Vernon Johnson.    Marty Ziegler (Evansville, IN)

 



   July 3, 2007
As the granddaughter of Edmonia Randolph, and daughter of Van Rye-cousin to Boots,I grew up with your music and stories of 2 boys that played together. Your memory and your music will stay alive.    Kim Thomason (Locust Grove, GA)

 



   July 3, 2007
i WAS ON THE SAME SHOW WITH BOOTS IN EVANSVILLE,IN. HE WAS A CLASS ACT FROM THE BEGINNING TILL THE END    TOM CALLICOTTE (DULUTH, GA)

 



   July 3, 2007
Will never forget you at the Blue Bar in Evansville, Indiana, I was a guest with Vicky. We'll miss you. Rest in piece.    BMC Steven Brown USN Retired (Virginia Beach, VA)

 



   July 3, 2007   
NANCY CHAMBERLAND (SAINT AGATHA, ME)

 



   July 3, 2007   
SCOTT CHAMBERLAND (SAINT AGATHA, ME)

 



   July 3, 2007
We always enjoyed his music. May God bless all the family during these sad times. You are in my prayers.    Helen Hart (Frostproof, FL)

 



   July 3, 2007
How sad. I never got to see him in person, but he was the reason I started to play the saxophone when I was in the 5th grade. I used to listen to my Dad's albums and I thought he was great. Boots, you will be missed. I hope you are tooting your horn in heaven.    Sandi (Marietta, GA)

 



   July 3, 2007
When he was alive, my father, "Buddy," spoke often of having known you when your career was just getting started...a privilege he greatly cherished. Thank you for the music and for touching our family in a small but special way. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends...may you rest in peace.    Sus Frumin (Buffalo Grove, IL)

 



   July 3, 2007   
LINDA TRACY (CLEVELAND, OH)   

 



   July 3, 2007
Thanks Boots. May God rest your soul and comfort your family. I saw your show many times, and though I could write a book on it, may I simply say it was a class act by a first class gentleman.    Doug Bennett (Conyers, GA)

 



   July 3, 2007
Thanks for the wonderful music. You will be forever remembered by my family. We got to experience your music in person several times. You will be missed.    James Drook (Nacogdoches, TX)    July 3, 2007 Boots you were and always will be the King of the sax rest in peace .    Robert Fricks (Falkville, AL)

 



   July 3, 2007
Thanks for the music, it was great    Vic Tindall (Belle Rive, IL)

 



   July 3, 2007
Condolences to the family. May God's grace sustain you, and family and friends help ease the days to come. I remember to this day the Yakety Sax album that was such a big hit in its day. It was a staple for my parents, and the music was part of the background of my childhood. God speed, Mr. Boots.    Nancy (Decatur, GA)

 



   July 3, 2007
Greatest sax player of our time    Duane Blegen (Machesney Park, IL)

 



   July 3, 2007
Boots, thanks for the great music. I reallycan go back to yesteryear. Praying for the family.    Judy Cazelot (Hessmer, LA)

 



   July 3, 2007
He played with Elvis. Need I say more? Rest in Peace.    Marty Brown (Stone Mountain, GA)

 



   July 3, 2007
Thanks for the wonderful memories!    Margaret Thompson (sweetwater, TN)

 



   July 3, 2007 Thanks for all the great music. Rest in peace.    Greg Peters (Chicago, IL)
 



      July 3, 2007 Boots was a good musician. He will be missed.    Wesley Flott (Omaha, NE)
 




Boots Randolph 1927 - 2007

 

1927 - 2007

Born: Homer Louis Randolph III

Had Multi-Million Selling Hit Single with "Yakety Sax" Penned by Boots and his friend James Q. "Spider" Rich

First Musician To Play Sax With Elvis including "Return To Sender" and "Reconsider Baby"

Played On Eight Of Elvis' Movie Soundtracks

A Major Player in Creating the Now-Famous "Nashville Sound"

Soldier In The United States Army Band During World War II

Boots' Songs Covered By Artists Including Chet Atkins, Buddy Holly, Floyd Cramer, Alabama, Johnny Cash, Richie Cole, Pete Fountain, Tommy Newsom, and Doc Severinsen

Has played on such Diverse Recordings as Roy Orbison's "Oh, Pretty Woman", "Blue Bayou", and "In Dreams", Al Hirt's "Java", REO Speedwagon's "Little Queenie", and Brenda Lee's "Rockin' 'Round The Christmas Tree", "I Want To Be Wanted" and "I'm Sorry".