Thanks, Rob McCausland. The link Rob gave says :
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"Got word from Bill's brother Tom in Phillie last nite.... Bill Morrissey Died in a motel room in Georgia yesterday... an autopsy will be performed today.

from his manager
"Several people have called and emailed asking me to post under Bill's account as they aren't sure that all know. Very sad to say that Bill has passed away. I know that he is finally at peace but it is an extremely sad thing."

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I'm so sad. Warm regards to Bill's family and friends, and to Ellen Karas. Thank you for all you did to help Bill keep on living and writing and singing.

Maeve