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Old 09-24-2007, 07:36 PM
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RIP David Fuentes 1971-2007

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Bass player for the Aggrolites has passed away. Never heard of him? That is your loss.


We are all devastated by the loss of our dear friend and bandmate Dave Fuentes. We are extremely honored to have played with Dave during his last days. Dave was a big influence on every one of us for years, and for him to join us onstage and call himself an Aggrolite meant the world to us. No one will ever be able to play bass like Dave, it came so easy to him and his technique is untouchable. Dave will definately go down in history as the greatest ska bass player of our generation. Onstage he was a star and you couldn't take your eyes off of him, but once he came down off the stage, he was a regualr guy just smiling and having a good time. Dave was so friendly that everywhere we went, he was talking to people- whether it was fans at a show, or the employee at a gas station. He was truley an inspiration both musically and in life. We all had a nickname for him - "Wisdom Dave" because he was always full of insight and helpful advice. He set an example as a man, as a friend, a husband and as a father. He never had anything bad to say about anyone. Every night on tour at 8:00, we would be able to spot Dave somewhere in the corner of a venue, or in the dressing room on the phone saying goodnight to his children and his wife. We couldn't drive by a shopping center without Dave stopping to look for gifts for his wife and children. Our hearts go out to his wife and children as well as the rest of his family, and to our brothers in Hepcat. Dave is loved and cherished by so many people... we miss you already Dave. 'Till we meet again "Aggro-Cat." Rest in peace.



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Old 09-24-2007, 09:12 PM
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First time I hear of them. Checked their Web site. Great band.

Do you know how did he pass?
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Old 09-24-2007, 09:22 PM
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I didn't know of his work, but I sure hate to hear about someone that young passing. My regards to his family and loved ones.
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Old 09-24-2007, 09:50 PM
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Aw, and he had kids and everything....


My condolences to everyone he knew.
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Old 09-25-2007, 02:27 PM
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David "Bassie" Fuentes is survived by his wife Yohanna and their sons Andrew, 7 and Darren, 3. A memorial fund has been established to help his family. Please spread the word to friends and fans who may wish to do something in his honor.

Contributions can be made via PayPal by logging onto www.paypal.com.

Enter davidfuentesmemorial@gmail.com as the recipient's email.

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MESSAGE FROM YOHANNA (DAVID'S WIFE)
Thank you all for all the love and support. David was an amazing musician, awesome surfer, and a loving dad and husband. The kids and I will miss him so much, but we appreciate all the love.

- Yohanna
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Old 09-25-2007, 02:34 PM
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So does anybody know how he died?

Been listening to Aggrolites today. Awesome bass player.
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Old 09-25-2007, 03:35 PM
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RIP David Fuentes
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Didn't know him, but a loss is always a terrible thing.. RIP
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dave Fuentes was a great bass player. he was really never part of the aggrolites, nor was he in any of the recordings. he only filled in for them on their tour when their previous bassist quit. dave was in a great, influntial traditional ska band called hepcat for a good decade. he is surely missed.

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Such a young guy... Such a horrible loss for his family and friends...

I may have not heard his music (although his name does ring a bell) but it doesn't matter. My deepest condolences to all who knew and loved him.
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