Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: GUEST,Leslie Date: 04 May 18 - 05:48 PM Jed was my CCD teacher for confirmation. He sang and played guitar at our church and took a few of us to a blue grass concert at Berkeley. He sang and played guitar at my wedding. I will always remember him as a good, kind and talented person. My husband and I will always remember him. |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: Bill D Date: 04 May 18 - 07:08 PM Can't even think what to say right now. Jed came to the FSGW MiniFestival even before he came to the Getaway... he helped set up chairs and sweep the floor... then he arrived at the Getaway, as MIck says... and then I heard him play!! and watched the creation of "The Beef Brothers" (of which MMario was a founding member) ................. :( |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: Jeri Date: 04 May 18 - 08:57 PM The first time I heard Jed was on Max's old "Mudcat Radio" show. I thought he was really good, and wondered why I'd never hear of him. Apparently, the self-recorded "Streets of Fall River" had just come out. (I think it was 2000, but I'm not sure.) Jed sent me the CD. Jed also sent me all of his CDs as they came out, and a few demos before they came out. He loved music, and he was generous. I believe it was Rick Fielding who encouraged him to commit to a music career. I don't think Jed ever regretted doing so. No question he loved music. No question he loved his wife and whole family. He was just a really good guy, and everyone who had met him, wanted to see him again. |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: Charley Noble Date: 04 May 18 - 09:06 PM Jed was a fine songwriter and performer. I was shocked when he told me who he voted for for president two times in a row but I got over that. He died far too young. Charlie Ipcar |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: Stilly River Sage Date: 04 May 18 - 11:26 PM He was at the North Texas Scottish Festival (Arlington, Texas) several times; it's always hot, usually muggy, but die hards attended; Jed was a major draw even though there were bigger names at the festival. And it was interesting to see who joined him on stage during his performances. I'm loving these stories. |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: Big Mick Date: 05 May 18 - 12:16 AM I love MMario, and he certainly possesses the physical attributes, but he was not one of the Beef Brothers. Just FYI |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: Jeri Date: 05 May 18 - 06:33 AM Beef Bros: Mick, Jed, and Rick Fielding. I believe it happened when they played together at an FSGW Getaway. Rick sort of anointed Paul Mills as his successor. |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: Bill D Date: 05 May 18 - 09:02 AM I'm sorry if I assumed too much... somewhere I have this pic of Mick, Jed, Rick & MMario standing together in the gym at Ramblewood. I thought the name arose then. Wonderful memories no matter what... |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: Stilly River Sage Date: 05 May 18 - 09:16 AM There's a photo at the top of the Facebook mudcat page that Jed put up several years ago. I have photos from Jed's performance at UT Arlington in Dec. 2011, but it looks like his page isn't accepting new posts from friends (to be expected). If someone wants to let me know how to send them to family, I'll select a few of the best. They're full-size images with an SLR camera, large enough to print or enlarge. |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: ranger1 Date: 05 May 18 - 04:17 PM If you're talking about posting them on his Facebook page, you can tag him in them and they will show up on his page. |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: Jeri Date: 05 May 18 - 05:51 PM Bill, I remember something about MMario being an honorary Beef Bro, so you weren't far off. I think somebody else dubbed him such. |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: Bugsy Date: 07 May 18 - 10:26 AM Sad news indeed condolences to his family. Rest in peace Jed Bugsy |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: John MacKenzie Date: 08 May 18 - 04:24 AM Met him at Sinsull's in 2009 at a house concert, nice guy. He ran me down to Logan the next day to catch my flight back to the UK. We had a long and interesting conversation on that trip. The man and his music will be missed. RIP Jed. |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: Stilly River Sage Date: 08 May 18 - 12:14 PM Not finding an obituary in the local papers yet. But here is an interview from 2009 that came up in the search. |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: Waddon Pete Date: 10 May 18 - 07:14 AM No words. Just a sense of loss. He is, of course, in the "In Memoriam" thread. RIP Peter |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: GUEST,keberoxu Date: 13 May 18 - 02:32 PM Any other thread reader, as ignorant of Jed Marum as I must confess to be, might find this information valuable; I had to leave Mudcat to find it. Gerald Steven Marum May 13, 1952 - May 2, 2018 online obituary listing He was born in Fall River, Massachusetts, according to: Restland Funeral Home, Dallas, Texas
Top link repaired. |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: GUEST,bradfordian Date: 13 May 18 - 02:41 PM Would have been his 66th birthday today. Particularly loved his “Banjos we have heard on high” You can find this and others on his soundcloud account. RIP Jed and many thanks for sharing your music. |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: keberoxu Date: 13 May 18 - 03:04 PM In the last ten years, Jed Marum included, in his tour itinerary, a performance at the coffeehouse of the Canton, Massachusetts, public library. This is significant as it was his first Canton appearance, and, as "Wicked Local Canton" notices observed, "Marum grew up in Canton and attended Gridley, Hemenway, Canton Junior High, and Canton High Schools." According to the very short soundbite there (dating back to 2011), Jed Marum had moved to Texas by the time he began making music on a professional basis. I have made several searches online for anything in Massachusetts that carries notice of Jed Marum's passing. The searches have met with failure, although I have searched: boston.com the Boston Globe Fall River's newspaper, the Herald News the Wicked Local regional sites (Massachusetts) |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: skarpi Date: 15 May 18 - 04:33 PM Sad to hear this , RIP dear Jed , I know you will be playing up there among many other ´s . all the best Skarpi Iceland . |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: Benjamin Date: 15 May 18 - 05:34 PM The only contact I had with Jed was this forum. During such discussions and interactions, there was never an unpleasant moment. A fine musician and an outstanding person. It's sad to hear of his passing, but I'm happy to know he had the chance to make his contribution to our world. |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: Jeri Date: 15 May 18 - 05:36 PM I loved his music, from the first time Max played him on Mudcat Radio. Then he came to the Getaway, and lots of us met him. This haunts me, and I haven't stopped thinking about it at all. It's definitely bad that he's gone, but leaving at the musical/creative top of your game, surrounded by loved ones and friends, and without pain or suffering, and feeling pretty good, actually, is not a bad end. It's just really hard to figure out why I, and many of us, managed to out-live him. I figure a few of us are wondering about that. It's good to love while we can love. |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: GUEST,SINSULL Date: 17 May 18 - 12:11 PM I just heard and like everyone else I am in shock. Jed did a few house concerts at my home and Deb Coward's. He was so amazingly talented. Sometimes when he spoke about a new acting project he just lit up. The best times were early morning breakfast the day after the concerts. I never knew who would walk in the door. The banjos and guitars would come out and the new songs would be tried out. Absolute magic. Come Back Katie was one of my favorites. Damn. Jed loved his family, his music, his politics and his God. He was a gentleman and a gentle man. Go sing with the angels, Rick and Spaw. |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: Uncle Phil Date: 19 May 18 - 06:14 PM For those of you who've been watching this space for news of the public memorial for Jed Marum, I'm happy to announce that the plans are now in place. "Jed Jam" will take place on Sunday June 24, 2018 from 2-6 pm at Poor David's Pub in Dallas. There will be a number of scheduled performers, maybe a few impromptu performances, and plenty of time for stories and remembrances of Jed. The bar will be open for sales, and I'm sure more than a few toasts will wish Jed well on his way. Should you wish, you are welcome to bring finger foods, munchies or sweet things to share, but nothing is needed but your presence. Poor David's Pub is located at 1313 S. Lamar St., Dallas, TX 75215 and there is plenty of parking available behind the building. On behalf of the family they look forward to seeing everyone and thanking you all in person for the amazing outpouring of love and support this community sent to them in the wake of Jed's untimely passing. Please come and help celebrate the life and music of this wonderful and much loved man, Gerald "Jed" Steven Marum. |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum From: Stilly River Sage Date: 19 May 18 - 06:56 PM Thanks, Phil! |
Subject: RE: 2018 Obit: Jed Marum - Memorial June 24, 2018 From: Stilly River Sage Date: 25 May 18 - 08:11 PM Posted on the Mudcat facebook page: To friends and fans of Jed, below is a beautiful message from our friend Brian McNeil. Posted to Jed's page by Jaime Marum. |
Subject: RE: Obit: Jed Marum - May 1952 - May 2018 From: GUEST Date: 14 Jun 18 - 02:40 PM I was Jed's JV basketball coach in high school. I am retired now and the news of Jed's passing set me back-Rest in peace to my tall, lanky center.--Mr BO |
Subject: RE: Obit: Jed Marum - May 1952 - May 2018 From: GUEST,Ed Wickham Date: 15 Jun 18 - 10:43 AM I used to work with Jed at Software Support in Framingham from 83-85! Also, played drums in his band back in 82... Just learned of his passing, what a legacy! RIP |
Subject: RE: Obit: Jed Marum - May 1952 - May 2018 From: Stilly River Sage Date: 23 Jun 18 - 09:44 AM A reminder of Phil's message from May 19: For those of you who've been watching this space for news of the public memorial for Jed Marum, I'm happy to announce that the plans are now in place. |
Subject: RE: Obit: Jed Marum - May 1952 - May 2018 From: GUEST Date: 31 Aug 18 - 02:51 PM Hello All, There will be another gathering of musicians, friends and family in memory and honor of Jed. This one will be in the town where he attended high school, Northborough MA. It is on October 14th at 1:00. Folks are invited an encouraged to play, speak, sing or simply be present. There is a facebook event but it seems to be private. You may be able to see it if you visit his brother, Tom Marum's, page. If you want to participate you are asked to let Tom know so some structure can be put to the afternoon. If you have trouble accessing the event, post here and I will forward the message. ~long time friend to Jed and guest to Mudcat, Karen McCarthy |
Subject: RE: Obit: Jed Marum - May 1952 - May 2018 From: haiqu Date: 21 May 23 - 01:59 AM Just dropped by to pay my respects, belatedly. I didn't know Jed but from what I read here he's the sort of guy I would have liked as a friend. I'm distantly related and live in Australia. Until a few weeks ago I'd never heard of Jed Marum, but in my genealogy research I was doing some DNA matches and his kit came up as a distant match for mine, so I emailed him. The email bounced, but since it was a match on a very interesting part of the family I decided to Google the name, and that's when I found this thread. I'm sorry I missed you big fella, but in my own way I paid my respects, by creating a WikiTree profile for you. Requiesce in pace. Jed Marum on WikiTree |
Subject: RE: Obit: Jed Marum - May 1952 - May 2018 From: Stilly River Sage Date: 21 May 23 - 05:39 PM It is sad that you missed getting to know Jed - he was an amazing performer and a very nice human being. You can listen to quite a few of his songs on YouTube. |
Subject: Obit: Jed Marum From: Steve in Idaho Date: 23 Mar 24 - 03:36 PM It has been a number of years since I have been on the forum but I was listening to Jed Marums Streets of Fall River album yesterday. And now I understand that he has passed on. I am saddened by this news and can only hope that his music lives on with everyone who knew him. |
Subject: RE: Obit: Jed Marum From: Helen Date: 23 Mar 24 - 05:37 PM Hi Steve, there is an obituary thread for Jed Marum from 2018 |
Subject: RE: Obit: Jed Marum From: Bat Goddess Date: 23 Mar 24 - 05:42 PM Jed is still getting airplay on WICN, public radio in Worcester, MA. Nick Noble plays him regularly on his "The Folk Revival" show on Thursday nights. Jed was originally a Worcester boy. Linn |
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