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Dear friends,
Please join us in celebrating the life of Chris Gaffney, April 30th at the Cellar in Long Beach, California.
Andy Kindler and the Gaffney family will be hosting a night of stories and music. Special guests include Dave Alvin and The Guilty Men, Hacienda Brothers, The Cold Hard Facts and many other friends.
The Cellar’s information is available at: www.myspace.com/thecellarlbc Address: 201 E. Broadway, Downtown Long Beach. Located on the Promenade at Broadway
The celebration begins at 3pm. Donations are graciously accepted and deeply appreciated.
We hope to see you all there.
Love, The Gaffneys


On April 17, 2008 Chris Gaffney passed away after his brief illness. His departure was quick and painless with the support of Our loving family by his side. Celebrations of his life are in the works. Please check back for updates. Your continuous support and donations are greatly appreciated and still needed to offset the financial burden of his medical care. From our family to yours, much love.

In February the Hacienda Brothers finished recording their brand new CD titled Arizona Motel featuring 14 tracks, 11 of which are originals. The CD will be released nationally on June 24th but check back to www.helpgaff.com to find out how you can get an advance copy and help Gaff at the same time.
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Your generosity, support and love is so overwhelming to our family. Your amazing gifts have lightened the burden in so many ways. The hospital stays, myriads of tests and procedures, and meds have been taken care of, thanks to all of you. Chris started chemotherapy on Fri. Next week with or without insurance Chris will undergo a procedure called chemoembolization which will directly target the cancer with beads of chemo. Thanks to all your prayers and well-wishes, Chris has his dukes up and is ready for a K.O. We’ll keep you updated on his progress. Photobucket Chris Gaffney, lead singer of the Hacienda Brothers, has been diagnosed with liver cancer. This Myspace page is a companion to the main Help Gaff site, at www.helpgaff.com. Chris will endure extreme chemotherapy for the remainder of this year. This drastic treatment option is costly, but necessary for him to stay alive. While Chris has insurance, it will only cover a fraction of his expenses. We need to raise at least $60,000 to cover the difference. Your contribution, no matter how large or small will ease the uncertainty and provide comfort and peace during this challenging time.
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Please visit www.helpgaff.com for information on how you can help Chris out during this difficult time, or leave him a note. Any note left there will get to Chris. Thanks for helping Chris get back singing as soon as possible in a honky tonk near you.
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Rochelle





Jun 10 2008 5:11 PM

Thanks for everything Saturday. Good to see everyone together.
The Thunderbolt Chorus


Is Online


Jun 10 2008 3:22 PM

Many thanks for you kind add..we are big fans here in Ireland...his music lives on....

T.T.C.
xo SunShine





Jun 6 2008 4:48 PM

Gaff was in my thoughts so I thought I would
stop by for a visit...xo
BORREGO BILL HERZOG





May 10 2008 2:26 PM

many thanks to family and friends...the memorial at the cellar was a night to remember:

http://www. vom. com/lautz/zogtone/front/gaff. html

i wish i could afford to give each and every one attending a gaff cap.
the man will not be forgotten...
zog
J K





May 2 2008 7:57 AM

Thanks for all the music Gaff. It was always a blast playing with you.
Jim k

http://www. youtube. com/watch?v=fb6R3B4QoUo
xo SunShine





Apr 30 2008 11:56 PM

I love you Julie ... xo...it was nice to finally give you a big hug! I had been wanting to for so long.

And I send a big hello to the gal who said
hello to me and recognized me from here.
I was so preoccupied that I didn't really get a chance to to say too much more than I would have liked.

The Memorial was so loving & full of the most warm hearted folks, and that is because it was a room full of Gaff's family and friends.

You are missed Gaff...you live on in our hearts forever.
xo
The Meaning of Louie





Apr 30 2008 2:19 PM

Greetings!

Did you see that video clip of Chris Gaffney joining Smelley Kelley of Red Meat to sing "Take This Job and Shove It" that I posted to YouTube? It was from the Johnny Paycheck tribute show of March 19, 2003.

I've got some good news and some bad news.

The bad news is that I'll soon be removing that particular clip from YouTube.

The good news is that I've found some previously lost videotapes, so I've re-cut that particular clip, and will be posting MORE clips from that show as I get around to it.

I've got some great footage from that show of Chris Gaffney with Dave Gonzales before they formed the Hacienda Brothers. Here's a little preview of things to come...



Rather than giving you individual URLs for YouTube clips, I'll just share the URL for my YouTube channel, which will have footage from that show, as well as a lot of other really cool music you'll probably enjoy. Here's the place you'll want to go to see this stuff...

http://www. youtube. com/eplouie

Of course, positive comments on both MySpace and YouTube are always welcome!

enjoy!

E.P.
LouieLouie. net
Linda Jemison





Apr 30 2008 10:37 AM

I just want to thank everyone who participated on Sunday at The Doll Hut. The benefit for Chris Gaffney was amazing. We raised over $3000.00.



Tonight at The Cellar in Long Beach, The Gaffney family is celebrating Chris's life.
For more information go to: www. helpgaff. com

Once again thank you so much!!!!!

Much love,
Linda
stefan





Apr 30 2008 12:48 AM

thanks for the beautiful card, it will be framed and put on the wall in my recordstore.
love/stefan
Sher-Bear aka Thumper





Apr 27 2008 5:13 PM

My sincerest condolences to the Gaffney Family...

In Chris's life he touched many hearts with his gift of song, as he sings with the angels above us, his gift will continue to live on thru his music.

RIP and God speed.

The Hutton Family
(Swallows Inn)
Goose





Apr 26 2008 3:46 PM

Juts dropping by to say hello and to wish the family well.
:)
Linda Jemison





Apr 24 2008 5:47 PM

Chris Gaffney Celebration
The Chris Gaffney show is still on for Sunday April 27th a The Doll Hut. It will be a celebration of life show. All proceeds will go to The Gaffney family to pay Chris's medical expenses.

Sunday April 27th, 2008 a celebration of life benefit show for Chris Gaffney will be held at The Doll Hut at 107 S. Adams Street in Anaheim.

Orange County music icon, Chris Gaffney lead singer of The Hacienda Brothers has passed away from liver cancer. This show is dedicated to the Memory of Chris Gaffney.

Former owner of Linda’s Doll Hut, Linda Jemison and Hacienda Brothers Guitar player, Dave Gonzales have put together a celebration benefit for Chris. The show will feature a wide range of music. There will be a BBQ on the patio and a limited amount of vintage Linda's Doll Hut shirts will be for sale.
(Proceeds going to Chris's medical fund)

Cover Charge $10
All proceeds will go to the Chris Gaffney medical expenses
Doors are at noon

Artist Line up:
Big Sandy 7pm
The Ziggens at 6pm
Kid Ramos and the FAB-U-LOCOS at 5pm
Manny (from the Original Blazers) at 4pm
Mike Eldred 3pm
Torquays 2pm
Hellbound Hayride 1pm
Sitting in throughout the day members of The Hacienda Brothers and special surprise guests

The Doll Hut
107 S Adams Street
Anaheim Ca 92801 Club - 714-533-1286

To make a donation please make checks payable to:
Chris Gaffney Fund
c/o Helen Gaffney
403 43RD ST
Oakland, CA 94609
www. helpgaff.
com
xo SunShine





Apr 23 2008 7:27 PM

Fabulous Article on Gaffney!
from: austin.360

http://www. austin360. com/music/content/music/stories/2008/04/0424xlgaffney. html
Dale Peterson





Apr 23 2008 2:02 PM

Dear friends – I will be holding a fundraiser for the family of Chris Gaffney on Saturday May 24th at the Puka Bar in Long Beach. There are still a lot of medical expenses to be paid and we – the local musicians - must help our brother’s family who is now in need. If you are a musician and want to play and donate your time please contact me. If you are a fan who just wants to help please contact me here at MySpace. Even just your physical presence will be wonderful. You can drop a few bucks in the jar and help our community by looking after one another. If you cannot participate or be there in the flesh- you can still help by spreading the word. Thanks again for all the kind words and help so far. – Dale Peterson

The event will be held:
Saturday, May 24th at 9pm

Puka Bar
710 Willow
Long Beach, CA
(562) 997-6896
Slick Nickel Band Yuma AZ





Apr 23 2008 4:05 AM

Hi....I'm Danny Wrenn, lead singer for Slick Nickel.
Thanks so much for dropping by and thank you too for the add and the friendship.

Here's hoping you have a fantastic weekThanks For The Add
Linda Jemison





Apr 22 2008 8:40 AM

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Janice BUS OF REAL COUNTRTY


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Apr 21 2008 1:24 PM

I was excited to get the personel postcard.
Run Wild Records





Apr 21 2008 1:16 PM

Rest easy, always ...
Merle Haggard & The Strangers Fan Page





Apr 20 2008 5:10 PM

Most sincere condolences to Chris's family, friends, and fans. Best wishes during this difficult time.

R.I.P.

Eden
Dean





Apr 20 2008 10:45 AM

R.I.P Chris. We'll celebrate your life and remember the joy you gave, Heaven has another angel.
Linda Jemison





Apr 19 2008 3:35 PM

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Linda Jemison





Apr 19 2008 3:14 PM

Chris Gaffney Celebration
The Chris Gaffney show is still on for Sunday April 27th a The Doll Hut. It will be a celebration of life show. All proceeds will go to The Gaffney family to pay Chris's medical expenses.

Sunday April 27th, 2008 a celebration of life benefit show for Chris Gaffney will be held at The Doll Hut at 107 S. Adams Street in Anaheim.

Orange County music icon, Chris Gaffney lead singer of The Hacienda Brothers has passed away from liver cancer. This show is dedicated to the Memory of Chris Gaffney.

Former owner of Linda’s Doll Hut, Linda Jemison and Hacienda Brothers Guitar player, Dave Gonzales have put together a celebration benefit for Chris. The show will feature a wide range of music. There will be a BBQ on the patio and a limited amount of vintage Linda's Doll Hut shirts will be for sale.
(Proceeds going to Chris's medical fund)

Cover Charge $10
All proceeds will go to the Chris Gaffney medical expenses
Doors are at noon

Artist Line up:
Big Sandy 7pm
The Ziggens at 6pm
Kid Ramos and the FAB-U-LOCOS at 5pm
Manny (from the Original Blazers) at 4pm
Mike Eldred 3pm
Torquays 2pm
Hellbound Hayride 1pm
Sitting in throughout the day members of The Hacienda Brothers and special surprise guests

The Doll Hut
107 S Adams Street
Anaheim Ca 92801 Club - 714-533-1286

To make a donation please make checks payable to:
Chris Gaffney Fund
c/o Helen Gaffney
403 43RD ST
Oakland, CA 94609
www. helpgaff.
com
MEXICALI ROSE





Apr 18 2008 2:35 PM

GAFF STORIES:
I HAVE ALOT OF WONDERFULL MEMORIES, BUT HERE ARE SOME SPECIAL ONES.

A FEW YEARS AGO THE HACIENDA BROTHERS WERE PLAYING ON MY BIRTHDAY AT SAFARI SAM'S. WERE ALL THERE WITH OUR FRIENDS HAVE A GRAND TIME AS USUAL, THEN AT SOME POINT IN THE SHOW CHRIS SAYS HE WOULD LIKE TO DEDICATE A SONG TO THE BIRTHDAY GIRL AMBER,(WHICH ISME) AND HE BELTED OUT "IT TEARS ME UP!!!!" I FELT SO FRICKEN SPECIAL. I WAS BESIDE MYSELF. I WILL NEVER FORGET THAT. HE WAS MY FRIEND AND I LOVED HIM. (JULIE TOO)

L.U.
L----AMBER
stefan





Apr 18 2008 1:22 PM

this day is soon over, and here i am, drunk, in a miserable mood listening too a fantastic hacienda brothers concert from 2004 and all i wanna do is go out on my balcony and shout albuquerque, life is cruel...
Gregg





Apr 18 2008 1:01 PM

Heaven's got a hell of a new player to join it's band of angels! Chris will be truly missed here though! :(
♥ Terry ♥





Apr 18 2008 11:07 AM

MySpace Rest In Peace RIP Graphics Graphics
SunshineFace





Apr 18 2008 10:24 AM

Ride free, angel, all the love down here for you...propelling...
cowboy sunset
Big EL


Is Online


Apr 18 2008 9:35 AM

we are spechless...so sad...Chris, you are always on Heike + my mind, thanks for the great music, the fun off stage.. hanging with you was always our pleasure...happy trails, my friend!
Heike + EL "Jennings"
Kitten With a Wisk





Apr 18 2008 7:15 AM

My heart is absolutely broken to hear of Chris' passing.
Rest well, sweet man. You fought hard.
Terri Lynn





Apr 18 2008 6:24 AM

Gaffney Family,
There are no words to convey the sadness we all feel, EVERYONE Loves Chris. I take solice knowing he's playing in the Greatest Band of all.
My Thoughts and Prayers are with anyone that knew this GREAT MAN.
Peace to all,
Terri Lynn
Kirsty





Apr 18 2008 1:09 AM

My heart is sickened and saddened to hear this terrible news. All my love goes out to Chris's family. A great musician and a genuinely fantastic man. Rest easy Chris.
Robby





Apr 18 2008 12:25 AM

Chris,
I realy thought that you had more time to fight this and that we had the change to meet again.
Me and Pam wish your family all the best in the comming days and years and we will be missing you.
Bye Chris,
Rob(Lobby),Pam and Danny
stefan





Apr 18 2008 12:19 AM

oh no! this can't be true. gaff and gary primich will always be in my heart. gaff will always be one of my favorite singers, God, i don't know how i will make it through this day.
The Teardrops





Apr 17 2008 10:13 PM

We are very sad to hear about Chris....he made us laugh & we loved his music so much.....he will be missed greatly by all of us.....
~Enternal rest grant onto him, O Lord, and may perpetual light shine on him.~
Love,
The Teardrops
Goose





Apr 17 2008 10:00 PM

I'm so sincerely sorry. Strength to you and yours, and hugs from Texas.
xo SunShine





Apr 17 2008 9:18 PM

I send comforting hugs & love with this comment...God Bless This Man xo
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