On September 2nd, this past Labor Day Weekend, I woke up to my phone buzzing with texts about Jimmy Buffett’s passing, and tears welled up as I as I thought about all of the fun times we had had over the years, going to concerts and listening to his music.
Ironically, it also happened to be my daughter Kylie and her fiance Nick’s wedding weekend in Pittsburgh, a time of profound joy overshadowed by sudden sadness.
“Parrotheads unite Jimmy Buffett did not disappoint Love the venue Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino – Hollywood, FL “
Jimmy Buffett’s music has been an integral part of our lives. I distinctly recall one of the first albums my mom played when we moved to Boca – it was probably “Son of a Son of a Sailor.” Living in South Florida, that Jimmy Buffett vibe naturally blended into our lifestyle.
“The weather is here I wish you were beautiful~We are the people our parents warned us about~If we couldn’t laugh we will all go insane! Happy Birthday Jimmy Buffett you truly bring joy to the world:) #finstotheleft #finstotheright”
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One cherished memory was attending a Jimmy Buffett concert with my husband, in Columbus, Ohio and we had second or third-row seats…someone from the band tossed out a tambourine and two of us leapt to get it…I lost but ended up with almost a broken nose! PS…that tambourine is with my brother-in-law Dave…still in Columbus! We still laugh about that concert!
“Jimmy Buffett concert on CMT…thanks Sonia…this made Capt. Andy smile:)”
We attended many concerts over the years including our last one, last minute in February 2023 at The Hard Rock Hotel in Hollywood. It was a great concert, I mean really, really good. But then all of his concerts were memorable and fun.
“Take another road to a higher place…disappear without a trace, take another road to another time… on another road in another time, like a novel from a 5 and dime…take another road, another time…take my own sweet time…fortunes on my mind…disappear without a trace “
However, one of my unforgettable moments seeing Jimmy Buffett was the concert I attended with my dad at Fiddlers Green in Denver.
It was July 31, 1988 and the Hot Water Tour. My boyfriend at the time, now husband, was a little envious as he was not with me and the amazing Little Feat was the opening act.
It was the only live concert I ever saw with my dad…he died 17 months later.
“#jimmybuffett #fgcu good way to start our day:)”
Jimmy Buffett’s music has always had a soothing effect on our family, no matter where we find ourselves. We play his tunes during holidays, on our boat, in the car, whether we’re in Key Largo, Ohio, or anywhere else.
And to circle back to Kylie and Nick’s wedding, the first thing I did when I saw the band setting up was to ask them to please play at least one Buffett song…thankfully they did and we have a great video of a bunch of wedding guests singing along to Margaritaville in only a manner that JB would have loved!
“@jimmybuffett I am the strange blonde lol!!”
Jimmy Buffett’s songs have truly become the soundtrack of our lives, and his memory lives on in the countless moments of happiness and nostalgia he’s provided for my family. 🍔🌴🎶
We’re deeply saddened by his passing, especially since boating and fishing are such significant parts of our lives. It just doesn’t feel right that the ultimate Parrot Head is no longer with us. As Jimmy Buffett would say, “It’s 5 o’clock somewhere.” Jimmy, may you rest in paradise 🦜🦜🦜 Cheers to all the wonderful memories you’ve given us 💗🦜🙏🍹
About Michele Bellisari
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