who lost his battle with throat cancer Tuesday, sent chords of sadness through those touched by the legendary guitarist.The 65-year-old’s passing was confirmed via Twitter by his son Wolfgang, 29, as online tributes began pouring in for the Van Halen rocker.“I can’t believe I’m having to write this, but my father, Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, has lost his long and arduous battle with cancer this morning.
He was the best father I could ever ask for. Every moment I’ve shared with him on and off stage was a gift,” wrote Wolfgang, who has filled in as the band’s bassist since replacing Michael Anthony in 2006.“My heart is broken and I don’t think I’ll ever fully recover from this loss.
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