Fm Band To Attend Funeral

[David A]

Straight out

Will/Should/Are/Should They, Attend Bob's Funeral Service if and when it happens?

I would think it would be polite and respectful to go.

Any thoughts?

OF the current line up

Mick
John
Christine ALL SHOULD go

LB & SN, Wild Cards

thoughts, gut feelings ?

[MacFan92]

Out of all of them I would say Mick would probably attend, maybe John. Has Christine ever left England since moving back there from LA after the Dance? I doubt Stevie and Lindsey will attend.

[StandbackStevie]

I think they all should go if possible he was part of Fleetwood Mac and did leave his mark on the band out of respect they all should go everyone that was in fleetwood mac should attend he was family.

[Ulpian]

I think they all should go if possible he was part of Fleetwood Mac and did leave his mark on the band out of respect they all should go everyone that was in fleetwood mac should attend he was family.

I can't see Christine going, and I am not sure John will.

Christine went to NY very briefly when she was promoting her solo album in 2004, but that was apparently under duresss. I can't see her flying out to the US for the funeral of someone, rightly or wrongly, that she had stopped communicating with in the early 90s and had really lost all contact with.

I think that John and Bob never really 'made up' after the lawsuit. I can't imagine John attending.

[Wouter Vuijk]

Danny Kirwan played quite some time with Bob Welch. Perhaps someone (Mick?) could persuade him to go???? :confused:

[Ulpian]

Danny Kirwan played quite some time with Bob Welch. Perhaps someone (Mick?) could persuade him to go???? :confused:

They fell out horrendously badly though back in the day.

Plus, I think Danny is sadly beyond making journeys anywhere now, isn't he?

:(

[louielouie2000]

I give Mick a 50/50 shot of going. He did attend Judy Wong's interment, after all. And the Mac truly has always been his family & life. I wouldn't think he'd hold it against Bob that Bob had sued the band a couple decades back.

As for the rest of the band, I just don't think so. They have routinely snubbed Bob for the past 2 decades (they won't agree to see him even when it was asking for help for his ailing wife, denied his inclusion into the Rock Hall Of Fame, etc). If any of them showed up at his funeral (sans Mick), it would probably just come across as a slap on the face to Wendy Welch.

[SteveMacD]

I see Mick and Stevie, and maybe Burnette, Vito, and Bramlett going if they can.

[elle]

is there some rule how long after death is the funeral (average length of time i guess)? if it would be next week, i don't see Lindsey canceling a number of his shows to go (i hope he doesn't!) - he has shows lined up for the next 5 days - tonight, tomorrow, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and then 1 day break, with more shows on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. all East Coast.

[HomerMcvie]

I see Mick and Stevie, and maybe Burnette, Vito, and Bramlett going if they can.

I can see the latter three going, since they all live in Nashville(I'm not 100% positive about Billy living there, but I know Rick and Bekka do).

[Silver Springs]

is there some rule how long after death is the funeral (average length of time i guess)? if it would be next week, i don't see Lindsey canceling a number of his shows to go (i hope he doesn't!) - he has shows lined up for the next 5 days - tonight, tomorrow, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and then 1 day break, with more shows on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. all East Coast.

I think it depends on people's beliefs. Some religions dictate that a funeral should take place mere hours after death. It's all relative. If it's a case of cancelling shows, then I doubt that Lindsey would do that. He'd maybe make some kind of token gesture, but attendance is doubtful unless the funeral is quite a few days away.

[moon]

Well, I suppose Mick, John, and why not Stevie. I don't think Lindsey, because he's touring.
Can't see the last members (Vito, Burnette, Bramlett or Mason) going, but could be a good sign from them if they go.
And Christine and Danny...I think they will continue with their "anonymity"...
Regards.

[MikeInNV]

I give Mick a 50/50 shot of going. He did attend Judy Wong's interment, after all. And the Mac truly has always been his family & life. I wouldn't think he'd hold it against Bob that Bob had sued the band a couple decades back.

As for the rest of the band, I just don't think so. They have routinely snubbed Bob for the past 2 decades (they won't agree to see him even when it was asking for help for his ailing wife, denied his inclusion into the Rock Hall Of Fame, etc). If any of them showed up at his funeral (sans Mick), it would probably just come across as a slap on the face to Wendy Welch.

I'm not so sure....see the link I posted in the other thread about Bob's death.

[chiliD]

Billy & Bob played together locally in Nashville a few times...Bob has photographic evidence on his website. I'd definitely say that the "Nashville Mac" members would most likely attend...but, that's even if there's a public ceremony.

Wendy might just keep it to the immediate family (Bob's sister, niece & nephew, etc)...but, then, that's just wild speculation on my part. :shrug:

[David]

I saw the thread title and assumed the band had the told the press that they planned to attend Welch's funeral. Funny way to word the title. I'd like to think that Stevie, Mick, and John attend the funeral. Maybe Chris, too. I don't see Lindsey doing so.

[joe]

I saw the thread title and assumed the band had the told the press that they planned to attend Welch's funeral. Funny way to word the title. I'd like to think that Stevie, Mick, and John attend the funeral. Maybe Chris, too. I don't see Lindsey doing so.

I thought the same thing!

I seriously doubt Chris would fly back to the states for this. And I don't see Lindsey going either - esp since he's on tour. I would expect Mick and maybe Stevie. John? eh. Probably not. And I doubt and of the other era members would go.

So sad that he's getting the recognition now. His passing really got more press than I imagined. It was all over the radio yesterday morning and I heard Sentimental Lady so many times.

[David A]

man, fm band members are kind of cold hearted , serious, heck I go to services for friends if I need to, pretty sad if u ask me and speakes volumes about fm band members as a whole, maybe ken was right in his book, bunch of ego minded jerks

[PenguinHead]

I won't cast judgement on any of the band members on how they choose to deal with Bob's death. It's entirely an individual choice. I'm sure all them will give respect and support to his family in some manner. At the very least, flowers will likely be sent.

Several members have already spoken about Bob being an important part of Fleetwood Mac's legacy. At this point, any ill will mostly be forgiven.

[Villavic]

I won't cast judgement on any of the band members on how they choose to deal with Bob's death. It's entirely an individual choice. I'm sure all them will give respect and support to his family in some manner. At the very least, flowers will likely be sent..

I agree. I wouldn't use the phrase "should go...". Let's think also about what the family wants. I remember Richard Wright funeral was strictly private and as I learned, no Pink Floyd member assisted. That doesn't mean they were not affected about it.

[Tango]

man, fm band members are kind of cold hearted , serious, heck I go to services for friends if I need to, pretty sad if u ask me and speakes volumes about fm band members as a whole, maybe ken was right in his book, bunch of ego minded jerks

FM band members are kind of cold hearted? Based on what? Your assumption that they won't be going to the services? Don't you think you're getting ahead of yourself on this one David A?

[iamnotafraid]

I agree. I wouldn't use the phrase "should go...". Let's think also about what the family wants.

^This is so true. If somehow all the members of the Mac
showed up it could become a circus.

And I might be the only one who feels this way. But I
find no comfort when friends and family show up at
funerals. When my father passed in 2004, he had well
over 800 people show up at the wake. It's funny when
people are grieving the most, they are the ones who
have to put on a show for everyone else. As a Christian
maybe I shouldn't feel this way. But I found no comfort
at all during the wake and funeral. Or even during the
days and days of visits from friends and loved ones.

So I think sending a card and expressing your condolences
is enough. Unless there's something you can actually do for
the family without intruding on their time of grief and sorrow.

[holidayroad]

And I might be the only one who feels this way. But I
find no comfort when friends and family show up at
funerals. When my father passed in 2004, he had well
over 800 people show up at the wake. It's funny when
people are grieving the most, they have to put on a show for everyone else. As a Christian
maybe I shouldn't feel this way. But I found no comfort
at all during the wake and funeral. Or even during the
days and days of visits from friends and loved ones.

So I think sending a card and expressing your condolences
is enough. Unless there's something you can actually do for
the family without intruding on their time of grief and sorrow.

I agree with you. When my husband's mother died, he and his sisters felt very distraught at having to comfort all of the family and friends at the wake/funeral when they were the one who needed comforted. It made a hard time for the family even harder

[Macfanforever]

I feel its up to them .if they can make it.I already experienced 4 funerals in the family.My dad was the latest one last February.Some people did show up to pay respects and some did not show.I did not hold anything against the friends that did not show up.

Some of them I did see months after the loss did say I'm sorry about your loss of your love one.I tell them thank you.

[Chris_Lover]

I can't see Christine going, and I am not sure John will.

Christine went to NY very briefly when she was promoting her solo album in 2004, but that was apparently under duresss. I can't see her flying out to the US for the funeral of someone, rightly or wrongly, that she had stopped communicating with in the early 90s and had really lost all contact with.

I think only Stevie and Mick will attend funeral.
As Ulpian said, maybe Chris will never fly out to the US again in her life: over the years she developed a fear of airplanes. It's called "aerophobia" and it's a real illness, so it's better if she stays at home. She's 69 yo now and it's better if she avoid any stress. Anyway I'm sure she sent a condolence telegram to Bob's family.

[iamnotafraid]

I agree with you. When my husband's mother died, he and his sisters felt very distraught at having to comfort all of the family and friends at the wake/funeral when they were the one who needed comforted. It made a hard time for the family even harder

I'm glad someone understands. It's almost funny
these rituals we have. It's time we re-think the wake
and funeral one.

[Villavic]

I'm glad someone understands. It's almost funny
these rituals we have. .

I agree too. In Peru is a must to serve coffee and cookies at a funeral, and relatives have to be in charge of all that. And if you are not ready with the coffee, they worry and think "what will they say??:sorry:"
I always found it ridiculous.

[CADreaming]

I'm glad someone understands. It's almost funny
these rituals we have. It's time we re-think the wake
and funeral one.

But, what about all the other non-family who loved them too or were touched by their life? They don't get the chance to grieve or pay respects.

[Villavic]

But, what about all the other non-family who loved them too or were touched by their life? They don't get the chance to grieve or pay respects.

That's fine I think. But in Peru sometimes the funerals got distorted when relatives, as holidayroad said, felt very distraught at having to comfort all friends, and not only to comfort but also serve. In some neighborhoods men found an opportunity even to drink liquor for free!! :confused::mad: Specially when funerals are done at the late's home, not a funeral home.

Ok maybe I'm running out of the topic. But thinking about Bob relatives, or any public figure, I guess relatives got stressed because of the media cover when it should be a private thing.
You have a point, no doubt. For example thousands of people wanted to pay respect to Princess Diana (something the Queen couldn't understand), but I don't know if the family really wanted that ceremony with live broadcasts, the boys walking behind the coffin, etc. Ok Bob's funeral is far smaller, but who knows what the family wants. Maybe paying respect thru a webpage is just ok for them and will appreciate enough. Who knows.

[desertangel]

I too have been wondering if there's going to be a funeral. Wendy posted on Bob's FB that they won't let her have him back until next week and also that she's been real busy. I can't imagine there not being some type of memorial with all the friends he had, but it's also possible that Bob may not have wanted such a thing and Wendy would honor his wishes. I can see Bob being that way; he was unique, intelligent and unconventional... not to mention very talented and gifted. We will see, I guess. :shrug:

[iamnotafraid]

But, what about all the other non-family who loved them too or were touched by their life? They don't get the chance to grieve or pay respects.

I think you can pay your respects at the gravesite.
I personally find more peace there in private than
I ever have at a funeral home.

I've said words there that was between them, myself
and God. And while I don't believe the person that's
passed away can hear you, it still gives a bit of closure
to me at least.

If their soul has made it to Heaven, I can't imagine them
looking down on this world as it is now. There's just too
much pain and sadness. The comfort is in knowing that
we have the opportunity to see them again.