David Glenn Keller
1962 - 2009
On June 13th while on route to a gig the van blew a tire and the ensuing accident took the life of our guitarist David Keller. Saxophonist Ed Zwiefel ( who was filling in for Kevin ) and Byron sustained injuries in the wreck also. Eddie was treated and released. Byron was critically injured and is now at home recovering from his injuries. Campy was following behind in another car and was not injured. As you can imagine we are all devastated by this terrible tragedy and ask for your thoughts and prayers for all that are hurting at this time.
As of now all future gigs have been cancelled and no decision on the future of the band has been made. Byron and I have a strong desire to continue playing together as the Benders. Larry has been doing a wonderful job since his return last year but has found it economically unfeasible to continue to do so while living in Texas. We wish Larry all the best and look forward to possibly working with him again someday. We will keep you posted via e-mail and on our web site when and if The Benders take the stage again.
A fund has been established for Byron to help cover medical and personal expenses at this time. If you would like to donate please send donations to:
| The Byron Brewer Fund First Choice Credit Union 1920 S. Seneca Wichita KS 67213 |
316-393-4621