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Monkees pay tribute to Davy Jones
By CMU Editorial | Published on Thursday 1 March 2012
The surviving three members of The Monkees last night paid tribute to their bandmate Davy Jones, who died from a heart attack yesterday aged 66.
The Monkees last performed together last year on a reunion tour that came to an abrupt end in August due to issues surrounding tour management. Nonetheless, Jones’ bandmate Micky Dolenz told CNN yesterday that those shows had meant the band finished “on a huge high note”. Via his Facebook page Dolenz added: “I am in a state of shock; Davy and I grew up together and shared in the unique success of what became The Monkees phenomenon. The time we worked together and had together is something I’ll never forget. He was the brother I never had and this leaves a gigantic hole in my heart. The memories have and will last a lifetime. My condolences go out to his family”.
Also speaking via his Facebook page, Peter Tork wrote: “It is with great sadness that I reflect on the sudden passing of my long-time friend and fellow-adventurer, David Jones. His talent will be much missed; his gifts will be with us always. Adios, to the Manchester Cowboy”.
Meanwhile, in a statement, Mike Nesmith said: “That David has stepped beyond my view causes me the sadness that it does many of you. I will miss him, but I won’t abandon him to mortality. I will think of him as existing within the animating life that insures existence. I will think of him and his family with that gentle regard in spite of all the contrary appearances on the mortal plane. David’s spirit and soul live well in my heart, among all the lovely people, who remember with me the good times, and the healing times, that were created for so many, including us. I have fond memories. I wish him safe travels”.
