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	1. cher blanco wrote at 08.07.2006 - 10:24 hours
	I HAVE PUT OFF WRITING THIS, I HAVE MANY FOND MEMORIES OF JAN AND DEAN AND TIME I SPENT WITH THE BERRY FAMILY BACK IN THE 1980'S. WHEN THEY DID RENO, IT WAS I WHO TOOK JAN TO AND FROM RENO IN MY LIMO, HE ALONG WITH HIS PERSONAL ASSISTANT AND FAMILY FRIEND ROBBY, AND MY BOYFRIEND RODE FOR ALL THOSE HOURS WITH JAN. STOPPING AT EVERY 7/11 PRACTICALLY FOR JANS CRAVING OF HIS FAVORITE ICE CREAM WHICH WAS HAGENDAZ RUM RAISEN. BOY DID HE LOVE THAT. FOR MONTHS I TOOK JAN AROUND AND WE ALL HAD ALOT OF FUN. HIS ENTIRE FAMILY WAS WONDERFUL...AT THE TIME I WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO USUALLY HAVE A LIMO AT MY DISPOSAL AND KNOWING JAN WAS SAFE WAS A RELIEF FOR BOTH CLAIRE AND BILL SR. I ALSO USED TO GO TO MANY LOCAL JAN AND DEAN SHOWS WITH HIS SISTER MISSY AND BABY BROTHER BILLY JR. GOSH WE HAD A BALL. MY MOM CAME WITH ME MANY TIME UP TO BEL AIRE AND VISITED WITH BILL SR. SOMETIMES JAN COULD BE IMPOSSIBLE OR FRUSTRATED SO ANYTHING TO MAKE THINGS EASIER FOR HIM OR THE FAMILY WAS A JOY.THERE WAS ONE MEMBER OF THE BAND I WAS FRIENDLY WITH BACK THEN, IT WAS MARK WARD, AND HIS NOW WIFE BUN, I WOULD LOVE TO FIND THEM TO SAY "HEY" IF ANYONE KNOW WHERE THEY ARE PLEASE CONTACT ME OR POST IT PLEASE.... I WAS NOT AWARE BILL SR PASSED AWAY, TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY I AM TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. TO LOSE ANY FAMILY MEMBER IS HARD, BUT TO LOSE 2 IN SUCH A SHORT TIME FRAME IS VERY SAD. HOPEFULLY THEY ARE TOGETHER IN HEAVEN. I CAME TO HAVE THEM IN MY LIFE BACK IN 1982 WHEN THEY WERE PREFORMING AT DISNEYLAND(SPACESTAGE), KNOTTS BERRY FARM, AND MAGIC MOUNTAIN. I NEVER MISSED A SHOW AND THEY BROUGHT MUCH HAPPINESS TO MY LIFE. AT ONE SHOW THEY TOOK MY YOUNGEST SON ON THE STAGE, HE WAS 5 THEN, AND HE SANG WITH THE TWO OF THEM, THAT SON IS NOW GOING TO BE 24 YRS OLD, AND TO THIS DAY HE REMEMBERS THAT DAY, THE SHOWS AND ALL THE FUN HE HAD, HOPEFULLY HE WILL SHARE THAT WITH HIS KIDS AS DEAN CARRYS ON THE LEGEND. I NEVER GOT TO MEAT JANS WIFE GERTIE THAT I CAN REMEMBER, BUT I COULD TELL HER SOME WILD STORIES OF JAN AND ALL HIS ESCAPADES THAT WOULD MAKE HER CHUCKLE. CONTACT ME IF YOU LIKE GERTIE. GOD BLESS TO ALL.

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	2. Adam M. Martin wrote at 08.06.2006 - 00:13 hours
	when I was 10 I first heard Jan & Dean and they are still my favorite singers, I am going on 20. I always wanted to see them in person but I never got the chance. I miss you Jan, I think about you all the time. I saw the Beach boys in 2004 but that just wasn't the same. my favorite song will always be Dead Man's Curve. I'll never forget you Jan. I hope you are soaring high in the sky with two girls by your side. I miss you.

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	3. Mary Waelchli wrote at 21.01.2006 - 07:18 hours
	In January 2006, I wish to remember 1996 and ALL the fun Jan & Dean let me have with them. In January of 1995, I met them and saw them perform in person for the first time and in 1996 was enjoying times with them that went beyond my dreams. If you were a fan that thought this duo was more than remarkable....that deserved our attention and admiration and enthusiasm...than you were a blessed person because they and their story and performances brought your heart to neat places. Like "Tamishow" (name of a message writer on a fan site) said the other day: the Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame is not good enough for Jan & Dean. They deserve an even more prestigious honor. We recognize all that Jan & Dean are and all they did together and now that Dean continues to do. And it's more than pretty cool.

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	4. Kelli N. wrote at 20.11.2005 - 11:00 hours
	I've enjoyed the music of Jan and Dean since I was about 12 years old (I'm 34 now.) Their music is so alive, upbeat, and energetic. It's loads of fun. I know I will be blessed to continue to enjoy it for years to come. This is a lovely website. I'm glad to see you are keeping the legacy of Jan and Dean going strong. Keep up the good work, and God bless!

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	5. jeanette wrote at 04.04.2005 - 08:12 hours
	Dearest Jan, If you can see this you know I am wishing you a happy birthday. With love always, Jeanette

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	6. Eliott wrote at 17.03.2005 - 18:01 hours
	Hi, I am a surfer boy and student from Peru, I learnt to swim when i was at infants school, which would make me five or six, I suppose. My best friend and I used to be taken for lessons on a Tuesday evening. My best friend learnt to swim a lot sooner than I did, and so I used to watch him jumping into the deep end while I was sort of guided up and down the shallow end on the end of pole I used to look forward to the hot chocolate that we used to buy in the foyer attwards. I visit alots of places in Peru, so i can tell you the food is great we have great beaches north of lima, like mancora, chicama,pacasmayo with great waves chicama has for me the longest wave in the world, 43 kilometers south of lima you can find pico alto with waves from 8 to 10 meters. If you are interested contact me celias1@hotmail.com

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	7. Mary Waelchli wrote at 05.03.2005 - 06:53 hours
	Was Jan Cool…..Er What?? When you were “cool” in Phase I, A “square” thing, you could’nt have done And you’d never find yourself alone— Great admiration you were shown. People thronged around you more And on the top, you did soar. Friends and fans wanted YOU…. Just because you were so “cool” This type of a life you did enjoy— Money, fame – golden boy. Future bright, education too. This was when you still were “cool” And then….somehow, it came/ a fall. Suddenly, your world got small. The “cool” side of a man replaced With looking through a different face Yes, Jan, you did change, we know A transformation/ “cool” did go. No more pride… Just a broken man inside. But then………is that “cool” again? A new version did appear A “Jan” who learned to deal with fear. Not always so secure and sure Jan who needed someone too The new “Jan” was way more than cool. A way , a look, not quite defined. A personality more refined. Special, precious, brave AND cool Grace, dignity became your tool Instead of getting way ahead, You chose more carefully instead To stand with all the strength you had And show the world. life’s not so bad. A person can be hopeful when It seems that all is lost and then What really matters becomes clear And rise above the pain & fear To go beyond what you once “knew” Displaying to us, “cool” that’s true. Perfection is not for us And joy cannot be found Except by throwing off our “pride” And listening to the sound Of hope, and love and keeping on That God sends deep inside To call us out of darkness And lead us to His side ********************************************8 I didn't ever know Mr. Jan Berry before April 12th, 1966 ..... I didn't know him until he was 53 years old, January of 1995 ..... and I didn't ever know him more than a fan and friend who lived far away could. However, I did get to witness some things..... and have the blessing of seeing and experiencing an amount of strength in a human being that is unmatched in a lot of us. The dignity and fortitude embodied in Jan Berry -- truly, truly "something". And to see "Jan & Dean" together on and off the stage was a word more than special.

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	8. Donna Winauski wrote at 06.02.2005 - 01:03 hours
	My last year of High School at Eagle Rock High in Eagle Rock, CA, we were all excited because a classmate had a relative in movies and had asked Jan and Dean to come to one of our talent shows. Jan, unfortunately, had just gone into the military and so Jan and Arnie came and were great! They were so friendly and we were really stoked! We also had Richie Valens thanks to his cousin and friends in Franklin High. Thanks Jan, for all your intertainment throughout my teen years. Kids today really don't know what they missed!! Donna

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	9. marty ellis wrote at 05.02.2005 - 19:23 hours
	i think jan berry perfected the surf and drag genre started by brian wilson his arrangements and melodies will live forever as his memory will.I wish he could have got more recognition whilst he was still alive just like brian thankfully is now.THANKYOU JAN REST IN PEACE

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	11. Stephen Harding wrote at 10.01.2005 - 07:06 hours
	This is amazing. Thank You Very Much.

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	12. Judy wrote at 06.01.2005 - 01:12 hours
	I was saddened to hear of Bill Berry's passing. I had the great honor of meeting him and I will always remember the warmth he showed me. I will also remember the tremendous concern he had for Jan. My condolences to Clara and his family upon yet another loss.

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	13. Becky Cordes wrote at 29.12.2004 - 14:04 hours
	Oh, I am so sorry to learn that Jan's father passed away now too. It is certainly difficult to lose more than one beloved family member within a year. My condolences again to the family. I came back to this cite to say that my favorite Christmas gift was the double CD "Jan & Dean All the Hits from Surf to Drag City" which includes some unreleased stuff, including some talking radio spots. It was great to hear Jan's beautiful sexy talking voice again, along with the Jan and Dean humor. Listening to the music yesterday during my commute to work pepped me right up and energized me for my work day. Jan's gift to us all continues to keep on giving. God bless.

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	14. Pat wrote at 27.12.2004 - 22:18 hours
	My deepest sympathy to Clara and all the members of the Berry family on the loss of William Berry. We loved your son Jan and his creative genius--something that he no doubt inheirited from Clara and Bill. Your family has been through many trials. May God sustain your spirits in the knowledge that all those who have gone before are now at peace. They gave the world so much. God bless you all.

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	15. Jan Renfrow wrote at 23.12.2004 - 17:48 hours
	To Clara and the Berry family: May God grant you an extra measure of comfort in this difficult time. I continue to pray for you all. Jan has greatly enriched and deeply touched my life, and through his love for his son, so has Bill. I know they meant the world to each other, and to you. Without Bill's numerous sacrifices and tireless devotion, we fans of Jan would not have had him with us for as long as we did. And now they are together for all of eternity, enveloped in God's infinite love. May the fullest of happiness be theirs, eternally. God bless you, now and always.

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	16. Laurie in Vancouver wrote at 23.12.2004 - 16:43 hours
	My sincere condolences to the Berry family at this difficult time.

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	17. jason seymour wrote at 23.12.2004 - 16:04 hours
	To Clara and the berry family, Deepest sympathies all the way from sunbury on thames,England, William jan berry and william berry are now reunited.

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	18. JOE RANDOLPH III wrote at 22.12.2004 - 22:21 hours
	My thoughts and prayers for the Berry Family. I Wish eternal happiness for all of the Berry's that have left us, for the world has been a better place with them. I Love you all. To Clara, God Bless You, you are a strong woman,and I am deeply saddened by Your Loss Joe Randolph III Omaha, Ne.

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	19. John Young wrote at 22.12.2004 - 21:59 hours
	Mrs. Berry... My deepest condolences for the loss of your son Jan and the more recent loss of your husband, William. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. Johnny K. Young Sand Springs, OK

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	20. gary wrote at 22.11.2004 - 04:53 hours
	....LOVED JAN AND DEAN. GOT TO MEET THEM ONCE A VERY BIG HIGHLIGHT IN MY LIFE. THEY AUTOGRAPHED MY THREE-YEAR-OLD SON'S BASEBALL CAP WHICH HE HAS IN A FRAME TO THIS DAY. THAT THREE-YEAR-OLD IS NOW 19 AND HE LOVES THEIR MUSIC TOO. JAN WILL BE MISSED. GARY.

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	21. Ed Farrell wrote at 04.11.2004 - 20:45 hours
	Years ago, as a young reporter, I had the opportunity on a couple of occasions to meet and talk to Jan Berry. They were very emotional experiences for me, but I've always felt I am a richer person for them. Jan was a tremendously talented individual and a very gentle man. The world is worse off for his passing. I'd always kind of hoped we would run into each other again. Maybe, some day, we will. Ed.

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	22. Dave K. wrote at 24.10.2004 - 07:39 hours
	I'm sorry Jan Berry left us. I've liked the song "Dead man's Curve" since I was a teen in the 60's and had a "Stingray" once. Hope to see Jan+Dean in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame soon. God (of Israel) be with us peacefully.

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	23. Stevie wrote at 06.10.2004 - 01:55 hours
	Bye old bean. TTFN Stevie

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	24. Robert wrote at 30.09.2004 - 04:44 hours
	I just wanted to express my sympathy to the family. I had the pleasure of meeting Jan when the band played my home town of Florence, SC several years ago. He was great to all the fans, and I've always treasured the memory of that show. May he always be remembered.

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	25. Jan Renfrow wrote at 23.09.2004 - 07:30 hours
	I'm more okay with this now than I was when I wrote my previous message in here. Jan, I just want to say that I will continue to pray for you and your son, and I shall never forget you. In my religion, we believe that the dead can also pray for us. You do that, fella, and maybe we can both meet someday on the other end of the rainbow. Love ya!

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	26. Ed Hoefs wrote at 22.09.2004 - 19:54 hours
	THANKS...For the great music and the fun!!!

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	27. london wells wrote at 21.09.2004 - 23:20 hours
	JAN WILL BE MISSED!!!

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	28. Sondra R wrote at 13.09.2004 - 09:32 hours
	Wow i can't believe i found this website!This is so cool!Jan,my sister and i think about you everyday since you've been gone. We've loved you since seeing you at Disneyland back in the 70's.My sister worked at a store on main st. Of coarse we were huge Papa Doo Run Run fans! Being Latino most of our friends liked Kool and the gang but like most girls in the late 70's one look at those gorgeous faces and it was over... totally in love...to die for!!!.....Anyway,you were performing with Papa at D-land and we just had to meet you! My sister knew a back way to space mountain and we snuck our way back. We turned a corner next to a white trailer and BOOM there you were standing next to Jimmyd and Brian Wilson!!! My sister and i choked. You guys were arguing on who was getting the front seat on the security golf cart. It was like the three stooges, totally funny[ i think you got the front seat jan]. We asked for your autograph's. None of you guys had a pen or paper...[ i can't believe we didn't either!!]... You said you had to go to beat the parade but to meet you at Jungle Juice. We peeded our pants but said we would meet you there.. My sister could not believe how tall you guys were.. So tall and so cute!!... We ran to main st... all we could find was a popcorn stand so we took two popcorn boxes and ran to jungle juice...there you were with Jimmyd and Brian Wilson. You were all so sweet to us,especially you Jan. Jimmyd and Brian were really teasing each other... it was funny because Brian said Jimmyd had a big fat head and he'd better watch it or else!!! You could tell they were very close like brothers...but Jan, you were laughing so hard i thought you were going to fall off the chair!! When you signed our popcorn boxes we could see such a sweetness in your eyes i felt like i could have stayed with you for the rest of my life. I know that sounds corny but writting this right now i'm starting to cry. This was a big moment for me and my sister and suddenly it was over... The golf cart came back, you guys loaded in and you were gone... I started crying cause i didn't want you guys to leave but i knew you had to. Thank Goodness for Brian Wilson...He made us all laugh...his parting words were " Gee i hope we have room for Jim's Big Fat Head in this thing!!".... Oh you boys!!!....Thank you Jan, for being so sweet to us..Jimmyd and Brian too...My sister and i still have all your autograph's....Love you JAN!!!!

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	29. Mark J wrote at 09.09.2004 - 08:26 hours
	It took me this long to come up with something to say, and all it turned out to be was a thank you: "Thank you, Jan, for your music and talent and thank you, God, for sharing him with us for a while".

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	30. Sam McGraw wrote at 06.09.2004 - 21:23 hours
	I loved for years the music the song. I will miss him dearly, I am a old surfer, back when they first started to sing. He will be missed. Sam

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	31. Larry Smith wrote at 29.08.2004 - 18:50 hours
	I have been a fan of Jan & Dean since 1964. Jan & Dean and The Beach Boys were always being played in my house. Even though I lived in New York City,they brought a little of california to New York. Thanks for all the great tunes and smiles you made happen.

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	32. Jan Renfrow wrote at 26.08.2004 - 18:22 hours
	Although I never met you, Jan, the sense of connectedness is very strong. You had that way about you, through your music, your life story, and your genuine humanity. You are beautiful, dynamic, talented and extremely interesting. We celebrate you. We love you. Rest peacefully, now, in the arms of God.

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	33. Rob wrote at 11.08.2004 - 17:49 hours
	Memories and songs are the gift from God that death cannot destroy. When you ride the wild surf, do it for Jan Berry. When you drive your super stock Dodge up Route 101,sing along with Jan Berry, and when life gets tough,remember Jan Berry.A hero to us all.Always. R.I.P.Jan.

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	34. Danny Tittle wrote at 09.08.2004 - 22:31 hours
	I consider it an honor to be able to say a few words about one of my idols and inspirations...Jan Berry.I got to hear Jan & Dean twice,once in 1990 and then again in 2000,and was truly touched by the love of music that Jan had.I was seven years old when i got my first guitar and had been listening to Jan & Dean albums that my parents had left at my granparents house after their divorce.I learned a few chords and then was awkwardly trying to learn their music.I am now thirty-six and play in a band and still love singing their music to the early hours of the morning.I was the guy that would cruise around the strip here in tennessee,dreaming about the surf in california,and blasting Jan & Dean music on my car stereo while my friends were listening to 80"s pop.(...still think i had a lot better taste in music)My all time dream was to somehow,someway play with Jan & Dean sometime,and it still is.The last time I got to meet Jan I told him this and he got a big laugh out of it which truly made my day.So thanks Jan for being my inspiration to the music that I love so dear.It is said that God only takes the best and with you he truly did.

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	35. Rogelio Martinez wrote at 08.07.2004 - 04:37 hours
	To Jan, I am sadden to hear of your departure. You are a part of my younger brother, Tomas Martinez, and I. We first heard of Jan and Dean when we saw the movie "Dead Men's Curve" in the mid or late 70's. We were fans of the Beach Boys and as soon as we heard the California sound you and Dean provided we made sure we put you on our "Surf Sound", as we called it, and palyed your tunes daily. For a couple of kids who have never seen, let alone set foot on a beach or even seen a surfboard, we truly grasp and embraced the California sound. Just a couple of hispanic kids from Laredo, Texas, we spread the news and even managed to hook our friends on the sound. Now as I get ready to reach my 40th birthday and my brother only a year behind, we still cherish and listen to your tunes. I had the privilage and honor to see you both live at Disneyland a few years ago. My brother beat me by meeting Dean personaly and having taken a picture with him while he, my brother, was visiting Wendover, Nevada over father's day this past June. We will sorely miss you but your spirit will continue to be with us through your music. May God continue to bless you in the afterlife and may he continue to be with Dean as well. Death may come to our bodies but not to our spirits, soul, or mind. We will cherish you forever. Sincerly, Rogelio Martinez and Tomas Martinez.

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	36. Michael Karwatske wrote at 23.06.2004 - 06:14 hours
	I first saw Jan and Dean on the old Steve Allen Show singing Surf City. I was hooked. Many years later I had the opportunity as an oldies radio disc jockey to meet and interview Jan and Dean on three occasions and to do a interview by phone with them from Disney World live on my show. Jan impressed me with his zest for life maybe because he cheated death earlier. He and Dean along with PapaDooRunRun were always friendly and gracious. Rock and roll lost a great entertainer but we will always have the music and the memories. Thanks for everything Jan. Rest in peace.

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	37. david andrews wrote at 19.06.2004 - 07:07 hours
	jam, just discovered this site. I have been a fan since my older brother introduced me to "sidewalk surfing" and " the little old lady from Pasadena" it was several years later i discovered the "Best of jan and dean" and sounds of "schlock rod "(both parts)to this day it is one of my favorite vinyl records in my collection of hundreds. aloha jan.

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	38. OldBeachBob wrote at 18.06.2004 - 05:28 hours
	Was at the Huntington Beach Woody show, just bought poster with movie theater marque that showed "Jan and Dean 3/27/2004", radio said Jan was gone. Too hard to believe. Grew up in 60s in Southern California, who else but Jan & Dean, The Beach Boys, Dick Dale. Thanks guys for not only giving me my youth, but for helping me define it.

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	39. Barry Wilkinson wrote at 08.06.2004 - 14:14 hours
	I listened to Jan & Dean and the Beach Boys when I was younger. My 5 year old son became interested in the Beach Boys and through them found Jan and Dean. Three years later he still loves the music and has reaquainted me with the music of my youth. Jan & Dean will continue to make new fans. God bless you.

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	40. RICHARD RAWLINSON wrote at 07.06.2004 - 22:44 hours
	I WAS BORN IN 66 MUM WAS A BEACH BOYS FAN ,AND LIVIN NOT 200 YARDS FROM THE SEA MAKES A YOUNG BOY DREAM OF SURFIN . WELL WE HAVE NO WAVES SO LISTENING TO JAN & DEAN DRIVIN & SURFIN MADE UP FOR NOT DOIN IT ON THE WATER . 38 NOW & RIDIN LONGSKATES I'LL ALWAYS LOVE THE MUSIC THANKS RIC ENGLAND

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	41. Walt McKay wrote at 03.06.2004 - 21:22 hours
	I can never hear one of your songs when riding in my car that doesn't take me back there with you. You will never die because of the songs you left us!

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	42. Bob wrote at 03.06.2004 - 19:31 hours
	My blessing to you and your family, You will be truly missed, but not forgotten. Yor music will always play in my car and home, as well as the beaches. You and dean be long in the rock and roll hall of fame! you are the true beach group. sing on ! ! !

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	43. Bradford Paulson wrote at 31.05.2004 - 03:52 hours
	Jan Berry was a great guy and he knew he will be missed by every fan of Jan and Dean and the Beach Boys. I am a fan of not just the Beach Boys but Jan and Dean as well. Jan and Dean belong in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame just like the Beach Boys. Jan, I will miss very much and I will continue to listen to Jan and Dean's Music alot to know that Jan is looking down seeing me play the music of Jan and Dean.

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	44. The Great Kahuna wrote at 30.05.2004 - 01:29 hours
	I hope there's 2 girls for every boy in heaven too! Sad regards

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	45. Jim Baldwin wrote at 30.05.2004 - 01:14 hours
	It's sad to loose an early member of origional rock and roll. His music will live on forever. It's the only music worth listening to. It was an era the early 60's, Before the Beatles ruined it. The music, the cars. It will never be the same. I saw Jan and Dean at one of their reunion concerts at Six Flags Great Adventure Park in the early 80's. He's with good co. now--Carl and Dennis Regards to his family I got a 32 wagon and I call it a woody------

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	46. R.W. Edwards wrote at 27.05.2004 - 05:10 hours
	It is really a sad time, I feel honored to get Jan's autograph with Deans' several years ago at a county fair in Peoria Il. All I had for paper was a 1 dollar bill, they thought that was kind of funny! I still have that dollar.

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	47. Tom wrote at 24.05.2004 - 06:03 hours
	After seeing the movie "Dead Mans Curve" I became a Jan and Dean Fan-atic!, Jan became a hero to me. At one time I owned all the original vinyl albums. I saw them in concert three times and one show was one of my all time favorite concerts (i've seen several by the way). I was moved by the John Lennon tribute as Jan sang "Hide Your Love Away". I was shocked to hear of Jan's passing and i'm truly sad. Heaven is looking better and better, I am no longer affraid to leave this world and go to be with my family, friends, and heros like Jan Berry.

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	48. patty wrote at 23.05.2004 - 05:26 hours
	May he walk with angels in Heaven...Saddened by his passing

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	49. Damian Reed wrote at 22.05.2004 - 07:21 hours
	Jan will be sorely missed by his family and his musical partner Dean. I never knew him, but, he and Dean made a good pair. Peace be with you Jan.

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	50. KIMBERLY SHUPPERD wrote at 21.05.2004 - 22:01 hours
	JAN WILL BE MISSED

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	51. gene wrote at 20.05.2004 - 22:37 hours
	Rest in peace, Jan. You helped in providing uplifting, fun music for us baby boomers. Another part of our youth is gone.

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	52. M. DeSantis wrote at 20.05.2004 - 20:15 hours
	Thanks for the great surf sounds. Your music was far ahead of the times. We will miss you harmonies and uplifting tonalities.

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	53. Judy wrote at 20.05.2004 - 17:17 hours
	Surf the stars, my friend. May your light shine in the night sky forever, as you lit up the lives of all who knew you. Gentle Peace, Judy

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	54. Terry Perkins wrote at 13.05.2004 - 23:03 hours
	A very sad occasion for popular music especially the Surf scene of California, will be missed by many people from around the world. My thoughts are with his family and friends. God bless themall.

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	55. Lisa stem wrote at 12.05.2004 - 20:59 hours
	i saw them in florida at the holiday inn and i love them i wish i and going to miss him rest in peace a mem

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	56. Linda wrote at 12.05.2004 - 09:08 hours
	I just read James Armstrong's posting.It brought me to tears of happiness and joy.I remember back in the 70's when Jan and Dean and Papa Doo Run Run came here to Chicago.As fans, we only got to see you guys from the audiance...But your story James, brought us right in on the front seat of that plane ride! It's hard for all of us to accept that Jan has gone...I just hope you understand how much we need to hear stories like that right now and appreciate you for sharing it with us. I hope this is not asking too much...could you please post another one of your personal memories for us? Not just for me but for all of us Jan and Dean fans.We don't want to intrude on your memories but it heals us to feel apart of your brotherhood. If you decline we certainly will understand. We know you are grieving too. I don't think I'll ever be able to tell my kids to " eat your vegetables" without thinking of Jan and you. I'll keep this story in my heart forever! We love you Jan! We love you....thank you James for writing from your heart. forever!

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	57. Mary wrote at 12.05.2004 - 07:37 hours
	This will show you how thoughtful and kind Jan was in the 1990's. I met Jan in Minnepolis while staying at the same hotel he, Dean and the band were at. I had never seen him in person before and had only seen small pieces of video from very long ago. When I saw him perform that first time, I was absolutely astounded (and shaking inside). A person could meet him so easily after his performance at his autograph table. He wanted to personalize my album he was signing. I love how David helped him with all the items that needed holding. I visited him at the hotel and he told me how his leg was not doing well. He performed without the cane he used while walking. He told me how he'd be having surgery soon in the weeks to come. This meeting and seeing him perform caused me to care about Jan very deeply. I began writing to him daily (almost) for a very long time. I also wrote my phone number. One day at work, my husband called to tell me, "Guess who called?" I knew . . . . I just knew and I was so very happy. Jan would keep me informed of how he was doing over the phone and Gertie would email and write back from time to time. I wrote and wrote so that Jan could probably not keep up. But they were so patient with me. I couldn't help myself.....I just cared so much. And what was so very remarkable.....he seemed to care too! Jan did have surgery on his knee and he did do very well. When they came back to that casino, Treasure Island, Redwing, Minnesota, two years later, a miracle from God, I was actually the one who drove Jan to the casino building! I listened to Dean and Jan converse and heard Dean remind Jan of how much better he was doing from the last time they were there. They were very happy, together, about that......I, Mary, was too. I remember going out to the stage to place the bottled water for Jan where he wanted it and a towel for him.....thinking how two years ago, I was sitting there in the audience wondering what I was about to behold. Isn't that a miracle. But Jan's life is a miracle.....I can't wait to see him again, by the Lord. I really can't. I've so much to communicate with him. Even now, I try to have the Lord convey messages for me. This, what happened really hurts......but it hurt so bad what happened to him in the first place. Jan let so many people get close to him. I am so thankful I was one. I wish I could have done so much more for him. I hope I never hurt him. People just aren't perfect and it happens. But thank God for his help. Thank God for Dean's gentleness, patience, endurance, strength when needed and generosity and talented ambition. I love you, Dean! God bless Gertie, and Clara and Bill and each one that is precious to Jan......all you fellow fans and friends and supportive musicians out there who keep sharing your fun and excellent memories. Keep them coming.......it heals!!!! Love, Mary Waelchli

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	58. Brian Dalen wrote at 08.05.2004 - 04:58 hours
	Nature's first green is gold, Her hardest hue to hold. Her early leafs a flower; But only so an hour. Then leaf subsides to leaf. So Eden sank to grief, So dawn goes down to day. Nothing gold can stay. Robert Frost What can I say? I'm still shocked. May God comfort his family

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	59. Jim McFarland wrote at 07.05.2004 - 16:29 hours
	I grew up with your music and I morn your passing.

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	60. James Armstrong wrote at 05.05.2004 - 06:02 hours
	OH JAN-O, JAN-O.... I'M SORRY IT'S TAKEN SO LONG FOR ME TO ENTER MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. HOWEVER, TO MY EMBARRASSMENT, I DID NOT KNOW THIS SITE EXISTED. I WOULD LIKE TO THANK "DANI" FOR EMAILING ME AND WAKING ME UP TO WHAT A WONDERFUL TRIBUTE THAT THEY HAVE GOING FOR YOU. YOU KNOW, WHEN YOU'VE KNOWN A GUY FOR ALMOST 30 YEARS, IT'S HARD TO SINGLE OUT ONE THING TO SHARE. SO MUCH HAS BEEN WRITTEN ABOUT JAN'S MUSICAL GENIUS AND HARD WORK ETHIC THAT ANYTHING I ADD WOULD SIMPLY BE AN OVERSTATEMENT AND I'M GUESSING THAT ISN'T EXACTLY WHAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM ME RIGHT NOW. OVER THE YEARS I'VE TOLD MY GIRLFRIEND, BARBARA, SO MANY OF THE HILARIOUS ESCAPADES JAN AND DEAN, PAPA, AND THE BEL AIR BANDITS HAVE BEEN THROUGH. THE ONE THAT COMES TO MIND RIGHT THIS MINUTE SPEAKS MORE OF JAN'S GENEROUS HEART AND WONDERFUL SENSE OF HUMOR. SOMEWHERE BACK IN THE 70'S WE WERE ON A PLANE GOING .... SOMEWHERE. NOW, SOME OF YOU MAY NOT REMEMBER WHAT A MEAL USED TO BE LIKE ON A PLANE TRIP IN THE 70'S. WHATEVER WAS SUPPOSED TO REPRESENT A MEAL, CERTAINLY FAILED MISERABLY. SOMETIMES YOU'D GET A SANDWICH THAT TASTED LIKE THE TWO-WEEK OLD BOTTOM OF YOUR SHOE, WRAPPED IN PLASTIC THAT COULDN'T BE CUT OPEN WITH A CHAINSAW. ACCOMPANING IT WOULD BE AN APPLE PICKED FROM A TREE ABOUT 100 YEARS AGO, CHEESE AND CRACKERS LEFT OVER FROM THE LAST SUPPER, AND FINALLY A PIECE OF CHOCOLATE CAKE THAT DIDN'T HAVE ANY CHOCOLATE OR ANY CAKE TO IT. BUT IT ALL ARRIVED TO YOU AS A NICE LITTLE BOX WHICH THEY CALLED A "BOX LUNCH." ON ONE OF THE FLIGHTS, WAY AFTER THE MEAL HAD BEEN SERVED, THE FLIGHT ATTENDANT CAME WALKING BACK TO OUR AREA OF THE PLANE AND HANDED ME A NOTE SCRIBBLED ON A UNITED AIRLINE COCKTAIL NAPKIN. ALONG WITH THE NOTE WAS THIS CRAZY LOOKING "BOX" THAT WE HAD SEEN AS THE BOX LUNCH AN HOUR AGO. THE FLIGHT ATTENDANT SAID TO ME "SPECIAL DELIVERY TO YOU FROM JAN." AT FIRST, I WAS ACTUALLY A LITTLE WORRIED BECAUSE ABOUT 80% OF THE TIME WHEN YOU'RE ON THE ROAD IN A BAND YOU SPEND THE MAJORITY OF YOUR TIME THINKING ABOUT WAYS TO GOOF ON THE OTHER BAND MEMBERS. WELL, I CERTAINLY THOUGHT THIS WAS GOING TO BE A GOOF IN WHICH I WAS THE RECIPIENT. SO I OPENED THE NOTE AND IT SIMPLY READ "DEAR ARMSTRONG.... EAT YOUR VEGETABLES. YOURS TRULY, JAN." NOW EVERY WORD OF THAT NOTE WAS WRITTEN BY THE FLIGHT ATTENDANT EXCEPT FOR JAN'S SIGNATURE. ANYWAY, THINKING THERE WAS GOING TO BE A BOMB OR WORST IN THE BOX, I OPENED IT. PLACED VERY NEATLY ON A NAPKIN .... WERE TWO "FAMOUS AMOS" CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES. NOW AS I'M TELLING THIS STORY TO MY GIRLFRIEND, SHE SAYS "AWHH, THAT WAS SWEET OF JAN TO SHARE WITH YOU. DID YOU EAT THE COOKIES?" I TOLD HER "NO, THAT'S THE DOUBLE FUNNY PART OF IT." JAN KNEW DARN WELL I'VE NEVER LIKED CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES! IN FACT, I SAID TO HIM MANY TIMES "TO ME, EATING COOKIES IS LIKE EATING VEGETABLES. I COULD TAKE'EM OR LEAVE'EM." BARBARA STARTED CRACKING UP AND REALIZED JAN HAD GOOFED ME TWICE, TELLING ME TO EAT MY VEGETABLES AND DELIVERING ME COOKIES BUT KNOWING I HATED COOKIES, IT WAS LIKE ME EATING VEGETABLES! SWEAR TO GOD, THIS IS HOW WE USED TO SPEND OUR DAY!! TO TOP IT ALL OFF, JAN YELLS BACK "DID YOU GET IT? SPECIAL DELIVERY?!" I SAID "YEAH, JAN, HA!HA! REAL FUNNY." THEN HE SAYS "OK. NOW LOOK, BABY, GIVE ME THEM BACK!" I TOLD HIM "TOO LATE. SHIPPEY ATE THEM!" JAN FINISHES "OK ARMSTRONG. YOU OWE ME TWO SPECIAL DELIVERY "FAMOUS AMOS" COOKIES!" NOW EVERYONE REALIZES WHY WE NEVER GREW UP. WE ALL JUST HAD TOO MUCH FUN TOGETHER. SO NOW I'M GONNA LET EVERYBODY IN ON A LITTLE SECRET... WHEN I HEARD JAN DIED, I QUIETLY WENT TO THE STORE AND BOUGHT A BAG OF FAMOUS AMOS CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES. I DROVE TO STORAGE AND STUCK THEM IN THE TRUNK WITH ALL THE ARCHIVES OF JAN AND DEAN, PAPA DOO, THE TURTLES, ETC, ETC. IT WAS MY WAY OF SALUTING JAN AND LETTING HIM KNOW HE WILL FOREVER HAVE A PERMANENT PLACE IN MY MIND AND HEART, NOT JUST ON STAGE OR IN THE STUDIO, BUT EVERY TIME I OPEN THAT TRUNK, THE FIRST THING I'LL SEE IS THAT CRAZY BAG OF COOKIES. MY, MY, THE EFFECT YOU HAVE ON ME, JAN! I KNOW WE'LL MEET AGAIN SOME DAY SOON, JAN-O, SO UNTIL THAT TIME.... STILL EATING MY VEGETABLES, JAMES ARMSTRONG THE VERTIKALS (JIMMY D, PAPA DOO RUN RUN, BEL AIR BANDITS, THE TURTLES, ETC, ETC)

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	61. Wynne Aldana wrote at 04.05.2004 - 08:51 hours
	I first heard Jan & Dean sing when I was about 11 or 12 years old. Although they were about the same age as my older sister who was born in 1940, she was more into Classical Music, especially Opera. But I remember hearing them on the local radio stations in Minneapolis,Minnesota - WDGY & KDWB. When my mother's sister, my Aunt Juanita moved out to San Francisco - so did my older sister. I guess she was 'getting bugged going up and down the same old streets' (sorry) and eventually I also followed her and ended up on the West Coast. When Jan & Dean started touring again in the late 70's, we happened to be up at South Shore Lake Tahoe over the Christmas & New Years holiday. I was with my Sister and her then boyfriend, now her husband. We decided to see who was playing at Harrahs Tahoe. Jan & Dean were the opening act for the Beach Boys. That show brought back so many great childhood memories, and I got to see Jan & Dean perform for the first time. After that show, I kept a close watch on the entertainment section and managed to sneak away to see them as many times as I could - at Lake Tahoe and also in the San Francisco Bay Area, Circle Star Theater (now closed), Shoreline Amphitheater, San Mateo Fair and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk with Papa Doo Ron Ron. I was fortunate in that I got to meet Jan Berry. I was in the audience at one of the shows and he motioned for me to come up on stage and do the lindy. Of course, I literally jumped at the chance to dance with Jan and then I immediately became frozen - stagefright! He was very nice about it, he kind of twirled me around and I just went back to my seat. But then after the show, I waited around and got a chance to talk to him. I'll never forget that meeting with him. I was really touched. Then, there was a long dry run. I remember going to one of Papa Doo Ron Ron's concerts and I asked one of the band members where Jan & Dean were and I don't remember exactly what he told me, something about there being problems between Jan & Dean. After that, I lost track of what they were up to and missed Jan & Dean's last few tours. But that doesn't make me any less of a fan. When I read Jan's obituary published in The San Francisco Sunday paper on March 28th, I felt like a part of me died. I just can't get over it. Jan was such a beautiful person. I am still so saddened by his death. This message is late because it took me a while to find the different Jan & Dean websites and also to find the courage to write about my personal experiences with Jan (& Dean).

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	62. kingsleymugu wrote at 30.04.2004 - 17:22 hours
	may the goood lord bless you

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	63. Karen wrote at 29.04.2004 - 16:11 hours
	I was planning to go to the "JAN BERRY CENTER FOR BRAIN INJURED", to see if I could be of help to someone. (I, too, had a real bad car wreck about 7 years later: me in a jaguar vs. a big truck.) The brain controls so much stuff: walking {the big stuff}, talking & eating {the small stuff},but I didn't learn that until the '80s! And my problems are/were very similar to Jan's. I also would have had a better chance of meeting Jan! I could not stand to hear "Deadman's Curve", (since the characters in the song seemed SOOO much like my own accident, but I finally love to hear it now.(Ray Peterson, who was also in the PBS show "At The Drive-Inn", also sang another song that also kind of'detailed' my own crash.) WoW And we were going to have a "cousin reunion" in Las Vegas just about that time too...I would have ignored that to go to JBBrainInjury Center!(But I could have NOT even have afforded to go to Vegas if I wanted to.) I understand that THIS was to be J&D's Farewell Tour...I also understand that Dean was Jan's partner at the JBBrainInjury Place. Please Dean...keep it going. (I would not have even known about the PBS special unless the Ripchords told me...two of them have many patience who have Traumatic Brain Injuries)

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	64. Ekkehard Wenndorff wrote at 29.04.2004 - 10:40 hours
	In the summer of 1963 I and my friend Wolfgang first heard Surf City over the air. We recorded it on tape in my parents´ cellar in Kleve, Germany and my friend went full bore on kissing the tape. Ain´t that devotion? Thanks so much Jan!

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	65. Valerie Randolph wrote at 29.04.2004 - 01:19 hours
	May God Bless you and your family :-)

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	66. J. Carney wrote at 28.04.2004 - 22:49 hours
	Entry # 11, "Outie 315". I saw them at Alhambra's also back in 1977???!!! Holy smokes!!! Jan Berry invited me to sing "Linda" w/them on stage. Got his autograph also. What a thrill that night for this 18 year old guy who was fighting the disco craze of the 70s. Outie, if you read this, contact me.

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	67. Pat wrote at 28.04.2004 - 20:58 hours
	I'll miss Jan and what he and Dean gave to the world in a happier time. Their music is still great, so Jan can never really be taken completely from us. I met them both in the 1960's as a high school age fan and they were as kind and nice and gracious as one could ever hope for. I loved their concerts at Euclid Beach Park near Cleveland and always got a front row seat--we sat on the floor. There must be beautiful music in heaven these days...Jan has returned with the gift that he was given, relieved of the earthly afflictions he carried with such strength. I'll miss you forever.

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	68. Ekkehard Wenndorff wrote at 28.04.2004 - 17:13 hours
	May he be riding the perpetual celestial wave and the never ending highway to heaven!

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	69. Roger O'Day wrote at 27.04.2004 - 23:57 hours
	The music world has lost some greatness in the past year. Bobby Hatfield, and especially a friend like Jan Berry. From the first time we met in the early 60s to our radio station's first anniversary celebrationk, Jan and Dean remained friends. Of course, they have met so many that I will be one of those lost in the 50s. I love the Jan and Dean music the performances and the quality time we shared in Pueblo, Colorado and in Lawflin (spelling) Nevada. These are things that will last for me. Roger O'Day Radio Person and former Rock and Roll Musician

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	70. Bob Celli wrote at 27.04.2004 - 22:15 hours
	I was saddened to hear of Jan's passing. I had the opportunity to meet and talk with him twice and enjoyed every second of it! He will be missed!

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	71. steve owen(steveo) wrote at 27.04.2004 - 18:56 hours
	thank you for directing me to the new web site you know,only once every 30 years does something phenomenal happen in music...jan and dean/beach boy records were one of those events

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	72. Wendy wrote at 27.04.2004 - 08:02 hours
	I got to know the music of Jan and Dean from my parents. I first saw Jan and Dean, when I was 14, in 1979 at Disneyland in my home town of Anaheim. I saw every performance of theirs and continued to go see their band, Papa Doo Run Run, after they stopped playing with them. The first time I saw Jan, I loved him. He was so sweet and good natured. He even bent over from the stage to give me a kiss when I handed him a note! WOW! After Jan and Dean stopped playing Disneyland, I would see them as often as possible. My cousin and I even tried to get into their 21 and over cocktail show in Tahoe at the age of 15! (With some help from our moms!) I visited him at his house on Linda Flora once and he was so gracious. His parents were so kind, too. He was so much a part of my teen years and I feel I have lost a great friend. I will always love and miss you Jan. You are an inspiration to us all. I can't beleive you are gone...but I will see you again as I've never seen you before! I am so happy you have found freedom from the physical restaints you dealt with so gallantly here on Earth. God bless you and keep you, sweet Jan! Wendy

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	73. Jeff Ircink wrote at 26.04.2004 - 22:28 hours
	My deepest sympathys go out to Jan's wife and family, his partner, Dean, and all of you who were close to him - whether you knew him or were just a fan from afar. I did have the pleasure of meeting Jan on a couple of occasions, and it was a thrill. I hope he knows now just how influential and important his contributions to music were...and continue to be. Rest with no more pain, my friend. I miss you. Jeff and Jason Ircink

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	74. Tim O'Donnell wrote at 26.04.2004 - 03:51 hours
	Thank you for the music, the memories, and the courage and inspiration. Peaceful rest.

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	75. Kim Hatch wrote at 26.04.2004 - 00:14 hours
	I have been a fan of Jan and Dean since I can remember and I always will be and as long as Jan lives in our hearts, he will never be far from us.

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	76. Rose wrote at 25.04.2004 - 03:29 hours
	I was fortunate enough to meet Jan some years ago,and get to know the person behind the legend, and there couldnt have been a sweeter one. He will be missed. But the utmost respect o him for what he overcame and endured. We will never forget you.

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	77. Outie 315 wrote at 24.04.2004 - 20:42 hours
	It was always a big thrill when Jan & Dean came to town! I have fond memories of Jan at The Warwick Musical Theather, Hyannis Village Green,The Oakdale,The Foxwoods Cinedrome,The Ziterion Theather and Alhambras. Jan & Dean you guys will always be legends in my book! Rock on guys and Jan I hope to bump into you in the after life... Outie 315 A Jan & Dean fan

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	78. Ryan wrote at 20.04.2004 - 03:39 hours
	Dear Beach Boys, You guys rule! All of you have the best voices I have ever herd in my life. My favorite song is..... actally all of your songs I love and I live for your music. You guys rule, Ryan

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	79. Ed Roach wrote at 20.04.2004 - 03:04 hours
	It was so touching to be at the tribute to Jan yesterday. Jan was such a special person, and I have so many wonderful memories of him. It's hard to believe he is no longer with us; but a special day like yesterday reminds us that he will always be here...

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	80. GRAHAM FROM ENGLAND wrote at 19.04.2004 - 18:45 hours
	SORRY TO HEAR OF JAN'S PASSING HOPE HE REACHES SURF CITY AND MEETS THE WILSON BROTHER CARL AND DENNIS AND ALL THE OTHER GREAT ROCKERS WHO HAVE SADLY LEFT US. STILL HE LEFT US WITH AN ALL TIME CHAT UP LINE TWO GIRLS FOR EVERY BOY!!!!!!

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	81. Karen Schielke wrote at 19.04.2004 - 06:26 hours
	A great strong-willed and talented man Jan was. He turned his tragedy around and prevailed. I saw you in Calgary, Alta. Canada in1987.OV Beach valleyball and concert.We partied a bit with Dean in a bar the night before. You must be so sad and missing your Buddy right now. You two have been through hell and back.What a true friendship you two had. My thoughts and prayers are with you and his many friends and family. Sincerly, Karen Schielke

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	82. J. West wrote at 19.04.2004 - 02:06 hours
	I was very sad to hear Jan Berry had passed away. My family and I were able to see Jan & Dean at Hot August Nights in Reno about seven years ago and it was great. I got Jan's autograph, I wish I had time to get Dean's but he was doing other things and was not at the table with Jan. When I was a kid I had a few of their albums along with some Beach Boys and Beatles,all handed down to me from my uncle. I watched Dead Man's Curve when it came out and loved it. The other night I got out a copy of the special VH1 did on Jan & Dean and watched it with my kids, the oldest boy had went to the Reno show with me when he was small and he said he remembered that night. I just bid on and won a copy of Dead Man's Curve from ebay, can't wait to show it to my boys and let them get hooked just as I did when I was their age. My prayers are with Jan's family and Dean. God bless his soul.

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	83. Becky Cordes wrote at 17.04.2004 - 14:39 hours
	Jan--Aquatennial Parade--Minneapolis, 1964

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	84. Cecil Musick wrote at 17.04.2004 - 05:24 hours
	In 1993 I went to a car show at the Preble Co. Fairgrounds in Eaton Ohio. I drove my 34 Dodge Coupe and got there early to try to get to see if I could get Jan and Dean to sign a T Shirt for me. Well it turned out to be very special evening.I found Jan sitting under a Tent with his wife first and asked him ti sign my shirt. He said sure and did it for me and told me he liked my Beard. I told him that just trying to hide the ulgy. And he really got a kick out of that. So I saw Dean as I was walking to my car and he signed it on my back for me. So when they got ready to do there show I asked Dean if I could video it. He said sure so I got all the show on video. I was so happy I could'nt wait to get home to watch it. Thank's guys for a perfect night with Jan and Dean.Will never forget it.

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	85. Jennifer Kopp wrote at 17.04.2004 - 03:59 hours
	I grew up listening to Jan and Dean. I am younger, but I love their music and have gone from records to cassettes and now to CD's in the last several years. I think I own about 20 Jan and Dean CD's at this point. I was very fortunate to have met Jan and Dean several years ago at a concert in St. Louis. I got my picture taken with each of them and it was one of the highlights of my life. I will always remember it. God Bless Jan's wife and family.

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	86. Barbara Hudgens wrote at 16.04.2004 - 20:55 hours
	I grew up with Jan & Dan. Thanks for the memories, especially "The Little Old Lady from Pasadena". May God Bless Jan's wife and family.

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	87. Randell Kirsch wrote at 16.04.2004 - 10:28 hours
	Hey everybody, Life has range and who lived that more than Jan? Prayers for the peace of God for all of us. Love, -rk

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	88. Sue & Peter Fergusson wrote at 16.04.2004 - 10:09 hours
	We both wish we could have gone to one of their concerts, he will be sadly missed as will the duo.

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	89. Julie Gebauer wrote at 16.04.2004 - 05:49 hours
	My sympathy to the Berry Family and to all who knew and loved Jan. I went to a concert on August 23, 1966, in Sturgeon Bay, WI, got to stand within mere yards of them the whole night, had a really great time and still hold that night as one of those moments forever etched in my memory. I hold dear my fan club button, my 45s and albums, even the photographs I took of the tv set when they appeared on screen. The duo are a significant part of my life. I will miss Jan very much.

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	90. Barry B. Sandrew, Ph.D. wrote at 15.04.2004 - 22:57 hours
	Bobby Badfingers invited me and my 13 year old son to a Jan and Dean concert in Long Beach last year. It was a major treat for me and my son... little did we know it was one of Jan's last performances. We had a chance to spend some time with Jan in his trailor after the show. Although he was obviously suffering from his physical problems he spent quality time with us and was a clearly a class act all the way! He'll be missed.

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	91. annalisa wrote at 15.04.2004 - 19:58 hours
	thanks for your music...it has the power to join everybody!!I saw the concert in milan..it was awesome!!Im young..but I love all that music!!thanks again!!!!

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	92. Jim Melheim wrote at 15.04.2004 - 09:06 hours
	I last saw Jan And Dean in a concert in Southern Oregon years ago now-but I can still here the music. They were fantastic, and I'm proud to say I was there. I know of all of Jan's injuries...and with all of these problems he pushed on. A very kind and courageous soul that we will all miss. My condolences to his wife Gertie, and of course Dean Torrence. And in addition, my condolences to all of his other immediate family, and the remaining members of the Beach Boys- in specific Mike Love, who with Brian Wilson help create the "Surf Music Sound" that we all enjoy today. May William Jan Berry rest in peace.Amen.

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	93. Randy Ouchi wrote at 15.04.2004 - 07:19 hours
	Every time I hear a Jan and Dean song, I think of summertime, and the beach. Jan, you always had time for your fans, taking the time after every show to sign autographs. You will be missed by all your fans. From a fellow University High graduate.

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	94. Rolfe H. Jones wrote at 15.04.2004 - 04:22 hours
	As a young man in my teens listening to Jan and Dean and the Beach Boys, Surf City and Drag City both come to mind. However the song that really got my interest was New Girl in School, which I thought was just brilliant. Jan and Dean should thank UK.(London) Capitol Radio DJ Graeme Dene who had an excellent morning show back in the late '70's and early '80's I think that he is still working somewhere in England. It is well know that Jan and Dean were at the forefront of the Surf/harmony music and were instramental in helping push and work with the Beach Boys. I was finally privileged to see Jan and Dean perform on Brand blvd for a fantastic car show summer of '03 in Glendale, So. California my adopted home since the middle '80's. I was so glad that I got to see the band perform prior to the passing of one more of Rock and Roll's great legends. May God be with your family and with that of Dean Torrance and all the band members. "To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die". - Surf's UP!

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	95. Matt Ewart wrote at 14.04.2004 - 20:39 hours
	I remember being on holidy in Ireland when Surf City was having UK air time. Years later I discovered the magic of Jan and Dean and have listened with great pleasure since. It is wonderful to find that Jan's great talent has recieved some recognition. His songs have much humour, as well as a deep understanding of human nature. Many thanks to Jan for all the memories and so much enjoyment

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	96. Paul L. Meyers wrote at 14.04.2004 - 18:29 hours
	I was lucky enough to see a couple of live Jan & Dean concerts. I'll always remember what a great performance Jan gave. After one show he signed autographs. His signed framed picture hangs in my den today.

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	97. Cecil Musick wrote at 14.04.2004 - 15:54 hours
	You sure will be missed my friend.Your old friend and fan in Dayton Ohio

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	98. Steve Frye wrote at 13.04.2004 - 20:53 hours
	This is such a sad day for me as I loved Jan Berry for the wonderful music he gave us. Jan may not be of this world but he will live forever in the hearts of us his fans. His music will be playing long after rap, hip pop, and all this other music is long gone. I saw Jan and Dean live in 1978. They open for the Beach Boys in Mobil, Alabama. I have never enjoyed a concert more than that one. They were Awsome. Thanks Jan for the memories.

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	99. Mike Meros wrote at 13.04.2004 - 11:54 hours
	I was very saddened to hear of Jan Berry's passing. Although I didn't know him personally all that well, I did play several shows with Jan and Dean during my tenure as The Beach Boys' principal keyboardist. I also saw them perform a few times as well, and it was always a real pleasure to experience their perspective on the surf music scene. Jan seemed to me like a really heartfelt guy. He was humble, reserved, respectful, and determined to give his best as a performer. He also had a great sense of humor, which is amazing considering what he went through in this world. I admire him for his perserverance and his commitment to his art. He was a gentle, brilliant soul who suffered a lot, but rose above his many personal obstacles to bring his musical vision to his fans. I was honored to have been peripherally asociated with this renowned group, and to have experienced first hand a bit of Jan's contribution to our pop music heritage. He will be missed, but always remembered. Kudos to Dean Torrance for all his support over the years, and condolences to Jan's family, friends, and fans.

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	100. Charlie Roberts wrote at 13.04.2004 - 06:44 hours
	I've cried three times at the passing of a public figure : Bobby Kennedy, Elvis, and Jan Berry. All three made this world a better place to live, and we were truly blessed with their presence. Jan, I KNOW you're up there with "Linda" in your "Bucket T ", and I Thank You again for being so nice to your fans . Keep on keepin' on !!!!!!

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	101. Judy Arpadi wrote at 12.04.2004 - 21:50 hours
	Jan and I became friends in 1981. He was a beautiful and unforgetable person. I will always have a special place for him in my heart. His spirit will live on through his music and within all the people he touched throughout his life.

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	102. Gerard Hubert wrote at 12.04.2004 - 21:33 hours
	Jan will play heavenly music with Dennis and Carl. Au revoir, from France

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	103. Kelly from PA wrote at 12.04.2004 - 05:37 hours
	AN IRISH PRAYER FOR JAN: Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there... I do not sleep. I am the thousand winds that blow... I am the diamond glints on snow... I am the sunlight on ripened grain... I am the gentle autumn rain. When you waken in the morning's hush, I am the gentle uplifting rush of gentle birds in circling flight... I am the soft star that shines at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry -- I am not there... I did not die...

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	104. Chris Malloy wrote at 11.04.2004 - 22:09 hours
	Oh well, I guess it's an end of an era. Just last summer my friends and I could have met Jan and Dean there could have been a one in a million chance I could have seen them perform one last time, but now it's too late. As long as theres summer, surf music will never die.

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	105. Rob Kensy wrote at 11.04.2004 - 16:07 hours
	i have loved Jan & Dean since i was 12. i am now 46. Jan Berry was the REAL King of Pop. music from 40 years ago is far superior to the junk of today He was unique producer and will NEVER be forgotten. RIP Jan.

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	106. kurt boylstein wrote at 11.04.2004 - 07:44 hours
	your music made us all so happy.you will be missed.hopefully you will be in the music hof where jan and dean belong.see you on the otherside.god bless you my friend.

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