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Carl Wilson

American musician; original member of the beach boys (1946-1998).

Born December 21st, 1946 in Hawthorne. [ref]

Died February 6th, 1998 at 51 years old in Los Angeles (brain cancer, lung cancer). [ref]

Occupations
composer, guitarist, musician, record producer, singer, songwriter
Wikipedia

Carl Wilson (1947-1998) passed away on February 6th, 1998 at the age of 51. He was born in California on April 1st, 1947. Carl is remembered for his tenacity and commitment to whatever endeavor he undertook. This is evidenced by his career as a technical engineer, in which he excelled in his field. Carl was also an avid traveler and took frequent trips throughout the United States and Europe. However, his greatest passion in life was athletics. He spent his free time in the gym as an avid weightlifter and enjoyed playing sports. He will be remembered for his compassionate nature, generous spirit, and great sense of humor. Carl's passing leaves a hole in the hearts of those who knew him, but his memory will live on.

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