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Post subject: Malcolm Young - RIP
Posted: Sat Nov 18, 2017 8:16 am
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It is with deepest sorrow that we inform you of the death of Malcolm Young, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother. Malcolm had been suffering from Dementia for several years and passed away peacefully with his family by his bedside.

Renowned for his musical prowess Malcolm was a songwriter, guitarist, performer, producer and visionary who inspired many. From the outset, he knew what he wanted to achieve and, along with his younger brother, took to the world stage giving their all at every show. Nothing less would do for their fans.

Malcolm is survived by his loving wife O'Linda, children Cara and Ross, son-in-law Josh, three grandchildren, sister and brother.

While thanking all for their overwhelming support and heartfelt condolences, the family ask that you respect their privacy during this time of heartbreak and grief.

For those wishing to send messages to the family please visit the Sydney Morning Herald Malcolm Young Memorial website which will be available next week.

The family have asked instead of flowers to send donations to The Salvation Army.

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Post subject: Re: Malcolm Young - RIP
Posted: Sat Nov 18, 2017 8:50 am
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One of the best rhythm guitarists ever.
Impeccable metre.
Perfect, clean execution every time.
He is the one and only reason I’ve ever shown any interest in Gretsch guitars because I’m certainly no rockabilly guy.

Rest In Peace, Malcolm.

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Post subject: Re: Malcolm Young - RIP
Posted: Sat Nov 18, 2017 10:48 am
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Tough times for the ACDC camp. Older brother and producer George Young passed away Oct 22nd.

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Post subject: Re: Malcolm Young - RIP
Posted: Sat Nov 18, 2017 11:54 am
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Sad what happened to him. RIP, Malcolm. :(

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Posted: Sat Nov 18, 2017 12:45 pm
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very sad ... RIP

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Post subject: Re: Malcolm Young - RIP
Posted: Sat Nov 18, 2017 1:46 pm
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PaulLF wrote:
Sad what happened to him. :(
"Malcolm had been suffering from Dementia for several years and passed away peacefully with his family by his bedside".


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Post subject: Re: Malcolm Young - RIP
Posted: Sat Nov 18, 2017 2:41 pm
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Thank you for posting Mike.
R.I.P. Malcolm Young
He was definitely the best rhythm guitarist.
I saw him twice, 1977 and 1988. '77 at old Comiskey park opening for Foreigner and Aerosmith, '88 at the old Rosemont Horizon as headliners. Good memories, thank you Malcolm.

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Post subject: Re: Malcolm Young - RIP
Posted: Sat Nov 18, 2017 4:55 pm
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RIP Malcom. Ya' never know when it's time.

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Posted: Sat Nov 18, 2017 6:23 pm
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RIP Malcolm Young, thanks for some great music.

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Post subject: Re: Malcolm Young - RIP
Posted: Sun Nov 19, 2017 8:35 pm
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No stranger to dimensia, my heart goes out to friends and family. Malcolm was a talent and a spirited individual that left us too soon; but, it was with a continuing memory that will be with us for time to come.

Malcolm, thanks.

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