Mourners pay homage to renowned musician
Having donated his body to science, no funeral service was held for Errol, however, his friends and family engaged in a lift-the-glass tribute to him at a music gig.
TRIBUTES have been pouring in for well-known musician, Errol Fellows, fondly known as Smelly, who passed on in his sleep on June 14.
Having donated his body to science, no funeral service was held for Errol, however, his friends and family engaged in a lift-the-glass tribute to him at a music gig at Fynnlands Sports Club, on June 18.
The rocking bass guitarist, who would have turned 76-years-old at the end of June, was synonymous with being a vibrant member of The Bluff community, and played with various renown local bands on stages across Durban.
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Closer to home, Errol kept crowds on the dance floors at hotspots on The Bluff, including The Hideout and Fynnlands Sports Club, while serenading audiences with the blues and rock hits with his band, Salty Dog.
Remembered for always performing with red socks, Errol made music his occupation and during his over 40 year tenure as a musician, contributed to an array of fundraising initiatives, where he used his talent to raise money for children and elderly who were sick and required funds.
His wife, Masha Fellows, said when he was not practicing or playing music, Errol could be found reading or playing crosswords, and added that she will miss his large presence around her.
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“He was a legend. His music career started early in life and we are proud that he was able to use his talent to help others in the form of fundraising and creating awareness,” added Masha.
Fellow musician, Cassandra Fraser, who was inspired by Errol when she became a bassist, said, “I was lucky enough to have shared the stage with Errol many times over the years. Errol was a great musician who played at many festivals, including Splashy Fen, Southern Cross, Blues Train, Folk Club and was well known in the live music industry. He will be dearly missed,” said Fraser.
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