Sunday, November 29, 2009

Joe Hewitt (August 31, 1946 - November 25, 2009)

The Troy family extends our deepest sympathies to the Hewitt family of Portland, Oregon USA. We have had the honour of working with Joe in both the Oregon and B.C. pipe band communities and can honestly say that he leaves big shoes to fill.
Joe has touched a great deal of pipers and drummers throughout the years with his involvement with various pipe bands throughout the Oregon area but more specifically, the Sir James MacDonald, Portland Metro and Portland Metro Youth pipe bands. His generous, encouraging and extremely supportive demeanour and gentle teaching manner will be missed.
He has helped shaped many young drummers into not only outstanding musicians but well-rounded individuals and his legacy will live on with every note that they play.
With love,
James W., Louise, James P. and Jacquie Troy and Ryan MacDonald

The Portland Metro Pipe Band will accepting donations in honour of Joe Hewitt as he was a founding member. Please visit Joe's page for contribution information.

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