R.I.P. Chris Jarvis - LEGEND

[Arpeggio]

Chris was one of the loveliest and most modest (yet very talented) people I ever met. After first seeing Legend many years ago, I was struck immediately by Chris's masterly bass playing which uncannily replicated that of John Rostill. No one has ever come anywhere near as Chris. No one. As John's biographer, he was delighted that I had noticed! We became firm friends. I knew that Chris had been ill three or so years ago but I assumed (hoped) that he was in remission. So it was a shock when I received a phone call on Thursday evening to say that Chris was gravely ill. Tragically.....less than 5 days later he had passed away. I am still in a state of shock. My thoughts are with his family and friends. In this day and age - he has been taken from us prematurely. Fortunately, we can still listen to Chris's brilliant playing with Legend.......and there is something fabulous (sadly posthumously ) still to come (But I can say no more about this project for the time being). He will be greatly missed. RIP Chris.

[TonyA]

So sad, Chris will be sorely missed, RIP Chris

[MysterySinger]

Very sad news, he was well liked and a true Shadows stalwart. Condolences from Kev, Brenda and myself.

[cdma1014]

I am so sad to hear that Chris has passed away and can not belive it.
My prayers and my thoughts are with him and his family.
I will never forget my lovely momories of him in England and Tokyo(Japan).
May rest in peace Chris.

Yaeko

Chris with SPC members in Tokyo

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With Yaeko and SPC members

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Chris with Elder

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Chris with SPC Members in Ginza

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Chris with SPC members and Yaeko Sata

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Chris with SPC Members in Tokyo

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[Joeland-CH]

Our sincere condolences to the family. R.I.P.
Roland & Joel Siegfried

[jim w]

Sad news I first met Chris in 2000 at Shadowmania and on numerous occasions after that date, Chris always had time for a chat.
RIP. Jim & Marion.

[Newliverman]

Chris was a lovely man and I spoke to him on many occassions when he was either playing or visiting a Shadows music event. His disposition made you feel listened to and respected. He will be sadly missed by all and my condolences go to his wife and family. A very sad day for Shadows music.

[StuartD]

I took this pic at one of Chris' last appearances with Legend at Whitby in August.

[Rjanuarsa]

So sorry to read this. My condolences to his family and friends.

Regards,
Robby

[JimB]

My sincerest condolences to Chris's family and friends.

Jim