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Wow. Many years ago they had in Watsonville ,Ca a tribute hee brother and buddy holly ans the big bopper...It was Awesome and the year I went Donna , Ritchie one and only love was introduced..She made an appearance..Totally loved 😍 ❤️..Wish I can attend another one similar somewhere..

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Jun 29, 2022Liked by Julie Gammack

Connie is wonderful. She walked me across the stage when I was inducted inti the Iowa Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2015. she calmed a nervous me! I will never forget that moment!

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Yes. I'm sure he's smiling. I know I am.

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No but thanks for asking!

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Jun 29, 2022Liked by Julie Gammack

How fun for you Richard! Glad you got a photo. Isn't it interesting how one little question can lead to such interesting conversations. We sure miss being at the Lake

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Jun 29, 2022Liked by Julie Gammack

Great column! I have many happy memories from the Surf Ballroom!

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Richard, have you and Julie toured the Surf in CL? Fun for good music memories. It’s 12 miles from my home, if you need a base. 😊

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Wow, is that a beautiful article or what? Sad and happy memories from a wonderful music period. I was 12 years old when the crash occurred. And of course, it seems like yesterday as "they say".

Thanks for the memories Richard and Julie.

Jim Shaffer

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I enjoy the way you tell a story, Richard. Thanks for the memories and the smiles.

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What a great story!! Thank you for sharing.

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Jun 28, 2022Liked by Julie Gammack

What a wonderful story, brings back memories of a legend. Steve is smiling down. We both wish we could be with you. You and Steve have the gift of conversation. One time when we were at Jimmy's restaurant in Des Moines for brunch our waitress, the daughter of the funeral home director in Okoboji, remembered the funeral of Buddy Holly when she was only a child. You can imagine Steve's response.

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Gonna have "American Pie" running through my brain all day.....while I watch the unexpected hearing! Great column, Richard.

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Great story..and great cause..our son and his partner were there..she teaches at Lakeside Lab in the summer.

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