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Jazz great Roach to be buried in the Bronx

Monday, 20-Aug-2007 01:14PM EDT
Story from United Press International. Copyright 2007 by United Press International (via ClariNet)

NEW YORK, Aug. 20 (UPI) -- The family of Max Roach said the legendary jazz drummer will be buried in a private ceremony in the Bronx after a public viewing in Manhattan this week.

Roach, who died of complications of dementia/Alzheimer's disease ast Thursday in New York at the age of 83, is expected to be buried at Woodlawn Cemetery after a viewing at Riverside Church Friday.

Born on Jan. 10, 1924, in Newland, N.C., Roach is survived by his five children: Daryl Roach, Maxine Roach, Raoul Roach, Ayo Roach and Dara Roach.

"We are deeply saddened by his passing, yet heartened and thankful for the many blessings and condolences we have received as we grieve," his family said in a statement. "As a musician, educator and social activist, we are fortunate to share his life and his legacy with the world."

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