TRIBUTES have been paid to an 'extraordinary musician' who 'touched the lives of many'.

Dave Simons died aged 64 years old on Tuesday July 23, following a long term ilness.

Born in Wrexham, he was best known for having run Dave's Music Centre in Buckley and being lead guitarist of rock and blues band Hozz, along with friends Danny Shone and Mark Fowler.

An obituary from his family posted to the Leader website described Mr Simons as a 'man whose life was filled with passion and music'.

That added: "He touched the lives of many as the owner of Dave’s Music Centre and as a dedicated guitar teacher.

"On 23rd July, 2024, our hearts were shattered by his passing in Buckley. We have lost an extraordinary musician, but more importantly, we have lost a beloved husband, dad, grandad, brother, uncle, father-in-law and friend."

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A statement from bandmates at Hozz read: "Our great long time friend has sadly passed and will be sorely missed by us all, he has given us all on this page some great memories."

A funeral service for Simons will take place at St Matthew’s Church in Buckley at 10.30am on Saturday, August 10, followed by a procession to Buckley Cemetery and a wake at the Horse and Jockey.

Attendees are asked to wear their favourite band tee shirt, if they have one.

Donations in lieu of flowers will also be gratefully received for Bistre Care Home.