Keith " Ketman" Shirasawa

Keith [Ketman] Shirasawa passed away early Saturday morning, August 4th, 2007 in New York due to complications after emergency surgery for a freak roller coaster neck injury. The surgery had been deemed successful and his prognosis was a complete recovery. He was still hospitalized but making plans to return to the bay area when he unexpectedly died.

There are no words to express the shock and grief we are feeling after losing our beloved Keith in such a senseless tragedy. He not only was one of the kindest men I have ever known, he loved his job and he loved Gelb. His humor, incredible knowledge, dedication, and selflessness were unparalleled in the music business. The hole he has left in our hearts is massive. Somehow we will have to continue, knowing he will never again resume his accustomed position behind our counter.

Kevin Jarvis

You are a magnificent soul - his life goes on forever.

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