I play in the Syracuse Area - any gig or band that calls. There are many other players doing this kind of work in this area including a wonderful showman/vocalist/keyboardist named Donald Ransom. Our paths crossed many times over the past 14 years. I had not seen him for some time but just played a couple gigs with him over the past month. In fact, last Thursday (July 14)we played a little outdoor bar/festvial and I helped carry his equipment out. We talked a bit about keyboards and his job at the local DPW (Department of Public Works)
Donald was in his early 50's (I guess) and was very proud of driving a snow plow for the City of Syracuse. During the summer, he drove road repair/construction equipment. Really nice guy who NEVER said a bad word about anyone - and in the music business that's rare.
Turns out a couple days ago he was killed by accident at work. A fellow DPW worker hit him with a truck. Wow!!!
Just like that no more. It's very sad and makes it difficult to get up and work on ii-V's or get excited about a new this or that.
Just thought I'd share.
Donald was in his early 50's (I guess) and was very proud of driving a snow plow for the City of Syracuse. During the summer, he drove road repair/construction equipment. Really nice guy who NEVER said a bad word about anyone - and in the music business that's rare.
Turns out a couple days ago he was killed by accident at work. A fellow DPW worker hit him with a truck. Wow!!!
Just thought I'd share.