SARATOGA SPIRNGS — Cecil Myrie, 86, passed away on Oct. 7 at Saratoga Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on June 4, 1928 in Montego Bay, Jamaica, the son of the late Aubrey Myrie and Matilda Thorpe.
Cecil moved to Saratoga Springs after a career with his band Motherless and the Merry Knights. He was a longtime Saratoga Springs Street Musician whom many people looked for, year after year, that was loved by many. Cecil has been a summer staple on Broadway for nearly three decades, plucking away on his banjo and was an inspiration to many who listened as he played in his spot on Broadway. He often played at different bars and clubs throughout Saratoga.
Cecil enjoyed writing his own songs about Saratoga and nursery rhymes for the children. He also enjoyed making his own instruments.
Cecil is survived by his loving wife, Frances Myrie, of 26 years; sons, Birthland, Paul, Cecil, Josh; daughters, Joan Myrie, Janet Myrie, Natasha Myrie; 22 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his son, Donny, and brother, Peter Myrie.
A funeral service will be held at the Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church, 24 Circular St., Saratoga Springs on Tuesday, Oct. 14 from 2-4 p.m. A gathering in honor of Cecil will be held at the Frederick Allen Lodge No. 609, 69 Beekman St., Saratoga Springs, NY from 6-8 p.m.
Arrangements are under the direction of Compassionate Funeral Care, Inc, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.
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