Tributes paid to Anglin Buttimore
Tributes have been paid to well-known local musician and sound technician Anglin Buttimore, who's passed away at the age of 65.
Mr Buttimore was known to and loved by generations of musicians, DJs, fellow sound technicians, promoters and performers in the Isle of Man - he spent years playing in many local bands, and behind the mixing desk at local events.
Tributes made on social media speak of a man who was always calm and patient, had time for everyone, and treated every gig and the people involved the same.
Anglin Buttimore's family have sent us the following tribute:
"Much loved father to William, Daniel and Jessica. Brother to Fiona, Mike, Sara, Charlie and the late Simon. Uncle, brother in law and friend to many. A brilliant sound engineer, musician and voice. He has left a huge hole in many hearts and his legacy will continue with wonderful memories and music."
Respects have also been paid from scores of musicians from across the Manx music community and beyond.
Friend and fellow musician, Dave McLean, spoke to William King:
Music promoter Lenny Conroy wrote that there was now a 'huge hole in the Manx music scene':
I feel very sad at the huge hole in the Manx music scene. Another genuine gentleman and musician who was cut from the...
Posted by Lenny Conroy on Thursday, April 16, 2020
Local musician John Shakespeare played his bagpipes last night:
This one is for Anglin - almost every event that I have done in Peel Anglin did the sound - always there - always reliable - going to miss him! Respect and love to his family
Posted by John Shakespeare on Thursday, April 16, 2020
Local jazz band Retrospect posted the following tribute:
Today we were given the incredibly sad news of the passing of our dear friend Anglin Buttimore. From the very first...
Posted by Retrospect on Thursday, April 16, 2020
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