Chip Fossa has died

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Larry Williams
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Chip Fossa has died

Post by Larry Williams »

Chip died early this morning, Jan. 4, at the Berkshire Rehab Center in Sandisfield, Mass. He was 72. He suffered a severe stroke in January 2012, and had been in nursing care since then. Although partially paralyzed and unable to speak clearly, he was otherwise in pretty good health and enjoyed listening to music, watching movies and engaging with friends who came to visit. Only in the last month or so did his condition start to deteriorate, and he went quickly and peacefully this morning.
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Jack Stoner
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Post by Jack Stoner »

RIP, Chip
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Rick Barnhart
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Post by Rick Barnhart »

I’m sorry to hear this. I pray his friends and family find peace
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Jerry Overstreet
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Post by Jerry Overstreet »

I feared from your hospice post that his time was close. I wish peace and comfort for the family and close friends. RIP Chip.
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Jon Light (deceased)
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Post by Jon Light (deceased) »

You're a good man, Larry. Thanks for keeping us informed and thanks for looking out for Chip. I've posted more in Gone Home.
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Jim Cohen
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Post by Jim Cohen »

RIP, Chip. :(
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Frank Freniere
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Post by Frank Freniere »

Condolences to family and friends.

Rest In Peace, Chip.
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Craig Stock
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Post by Craig Stock »

RIP,Chip, first met him at the PSGA shows in Norwalk 20 years ago, such a nice guy, always enjoyed his posts, got to see him 3 or so years ago again in Norwalk.

Thanks Larry also!
Regards, Craig

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Bob Carlucci
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Post by Bob Carlucci »

Sorry to hear that.. Chip and I were in touch quite a bit years ago.. We both had the identical taste in music.. he was a major late 60's early 70's country rock guy like myself.. Yes he was a very nice guy.. Rest In Peace Chip... bob
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Bruce W Heffner
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Post by Bruce W Heffner »

Amen Chip
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Chris Boyd
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Post by Chris Boyd »

RIP Chip...
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Stu Schulman
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Post by Stu Schulman »

Godspeed Chip!
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Bob Watson
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Post by Bob Watson »

I'm sorry to hear this sad news about Chip. My condolences go out to all of his family and friends.
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