From Berry Oakley Jr
Berry Duane Oakley:
1989. Shoreline amphitheater SF ABB “dreams” tour.
Uncle Dickey believed in me, pushed me, took me on the road many times, took care of me, he and his family always looked out for me. Betts and Oakley’s have always been close. My father would not join Duane Allman’s band without his friend and brother Dickey!!
In 1989 uncle Dickey stepped up and should me the way, gave me my fathers bass, told me about my family history, his deep connection to my father, all about ABB and what my father meant to him and the band. I was fortunate to talk with uncle Jaimoe and advise him of the news before he heard it in another less friendly way. this is sad day for our Allman Brothers Band family so please be kind to the BETTS family and give them space!!!
I owe so much to Dickey and his family. If not for him, I don’t think I would be a touring musician.
The cat in the hat will never be forgotten, and he will always be remembered and honored not only for the wonderful life he lived, but the wonderful music he has left behind for all of us to share and remember.
Long live the ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND
. DUANE, GREGG, DICKEY, BERRY, JAIMOE & BUTCH