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Original KISS Guitarist Comments On Passing Of Former Bodyguard

October 14, 2011

Eddie Balandas, a member of the KISS road crew during the band's early years whose voice is featured on the "Alive II" album ("You wanted the best, you got the best. The hottest band in the world, KISS!"),passed away in his sleep on Monday, October 10 after being diagnosed with congestive heart failure several years ago.

Commented original KISS guitarist Ace Fehley: "I was very saddened to hear of the passing of my old bodyguard and dear friend, Eddie Balandas... We had recently spent some time together in Indianapolis, Indiana this past August and I enjoyed reminiscing about our funny experiences together on tour with KISS in the '70s... He had a heart of gold and was one of a kind!"

The funeral service will be held on Monday, October 17 at the Alliance-Gaidas-Daimid Funeral Home (4330 South California Avenue) in Chicago, Illinois.

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