He died Sept. 5, though a cause of death was not listed.
He played bass on many of the songs from the golden age of rock.
He also contributed to Harry Nilssons 1971Nilsson Schmilsson(providing the bass line to Jump Into the Fire).
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Not many of us get our own entry in Wikipedia as Herbie did, the family tribute continued.
Herbies musical contributions continued as he worked to involve children in music later in life.
Herbie played a huge role in [his niece] Lorraines life as a substitute father.
Herbie walked her down the aisle at our wedding.
She loved him dearly.
I was blessed to have known him.
Well miss you Uncle Herbie!
PerBBC, he is thought to have contributed to more than 500 albums by the close of the 70s.
Aside from his incredible musicianship over many decades, he was a beautiful soul and a very funny man.
He will be sorely missed.
