Jess Oliver

[jumbodbassman]

Just saw a post on TB that Jess Oliver has passed away.  trying to confirm.   IMHO only man more important than Jesse to the bassworld would be Leo.  RIP

[Dave W]

It's on Ampeg's FB page, I would say that's confirmation. RIP.

http://www.facebook.com/notes/ampeg/in-remembrance-jess-oliver/177803462279936

[Chris P.]

That's bad:( Met him at the NAMM this year... See the amps-thread. Spoke to the guy, had his autograph.. great guy! RIP

[Freuds_Cat]

RIP

[Psycho Bass Guy]

I have nothing but respect for the man and his contributions to the bass world. I have nothing but contempt for the company that paid to dishonestly say that he was directly involved in part of their modern designs. I don't agree with some of the things he said, but for years, he was always willing to help out an all too ungrateful and uninformed bass-playing public. The man lived his life with dignity, honesty, and hard work, qualities that are increasingly rare. Rest in peace Mr. Jessup; we'll keep the filaments warm for you.

[Highlander]

RIP...