LARAMORE, Henry H.

Today's News-Herald, Lake Havasu City, Arizona Published Wednesday, July 2, 2008 Henry H. Laramore, 57, passed away Friday, June 27, 2008, in Lake Havasu City. He was born Aug. 30, 1950, to Henry and Loula (Perry) Laramore in Oakland, Calif. Henry grew up, and attended schools in Seattle, Wash. He was a dedicated musician from the age of six. Henry's broad musical background and experience had produced a fresh and dynamic performance. From the minute he sat at the piano, or his keyboard orchestra, his audience was 100 percent impressed and satisfied at the beautiful sounds he created. His accomplishments included performing professionally in Canada, Palms Springs, Las Vegas, Carmel, Calif., and Lake Havasu City. From 2000 to 2003, he entertained as a pianist on the Queen of the West paddle cruise ship on the Columbia and Snake River. He's performed for well-known artists such as Frank Sinatra, Jack Lemmon, Frank Gifford, Don Meridith, and at Sonny Bono's campaign party in 1988. His most recent gig was playing at the Senior Center in Lake Havasu for the past year. Henry leaves behind his longtime friend and companion, Gayle Richmond; sister, Julia Benjamin; her children and grandchildren; his very best friend from the 1970's, Aunt Winona Davis and best friend Dave Bolster. Thoughts and condolences may be submitted to the family at www.lietz-frazefuneralhome.com. Arrangements were placed under the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home & Crematory.