Hi pholkes, we're back from our much-needed holiday snooze. We've got a lot to catch up on and we'll post something most substantial ASAWC, but we got this timely notice about the funeral service for Freddie Hubbard, which is, uh, tomorrow:
Funeral Services for Frederick Dewayne Hubbard
Tuesday January 6, 2009
Faithful Central Bible Church
The Tabernacle
321 N Eucalyptus Ave
Inglewood, CA 90301
(310) 330-8000
www.faithfulcentral.com
Viewing: 11am-1pm
Service: 1pm
Also, an update on the condition of master pianist Nate Morgan, from our friend Jeffrey Winston: "Nate is facing some serious challenges. He is paralyzed on his left side after suffering a stroke. Musicians have been playing for him at his bedside. Nate has also had multiple complications, including an infection and a heart attack because he was recently diagnosed with congestive heart failure. Now, he needs a heart valve replacement but at this time, he is too weak for the procedure. All of this on top of the dialysis he receives three times a week."
Apparently, there was be a benefit for Nate at The World Stage on Friday, Dec. 26, 2008, the proceeds going to help the Morgan family with the enormous medical bills. Writes our friend Jeannette Lindsay: "We hope to secure a larger venue later, but for now, he needs our prayers and support, immediately. Please spread the word. If you are out of town and would still like to send a donation, card or otherwise, I know that would be deeply appreciated. Donations (yes, tax-deductible) can be made to "The World Stage" - be sure to write a memo on the check: "for Nate Morgan", so they know to keep it separate from general World Stage funds. (However, a direct donation to support the World Stage would also be deeply appreciated, I am sure!)"
Here is the address to send donations to:
Nate Morgan
c/o The World Stage
PO Box 83253
Los Angeles, CA 90083
(Be sure to send it to the PO Box and not the street address, so that it doesn't get lost in all the activity at the Stage.)
