Dickey Betts, who died Thursday at age 80, really was born a ramblin’ man.
He left home at 16 to join the circus and became a renowned guitarist touring the world with the Allman Brothers Band. He wrote the group’s biggest hit, “Ramblin’ Man,” and remained on the road until he reached the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Betts died at his home in Osprey, Florida, his manager of 20 years, David Spero, said by phone. He had been battling cancer for more than a year and had chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, Spero said.
“He was surrounded by his whole family and he passed peacefully. They didn’t think he was in any pain,” he said.
Man United overhaul under Ratcliffe extends to new technical director
Israeli military renews warnings to Palestinians not to return to war
Centenarian Doctor Committed to Defeating Leprosy
Liu Ying Conducts Scientific Research Like Running Marathon
Republican Wisconsin Senate candidate says he doesn't oppose elderly people voting
Interview: China accomplishes excellent organization in Hangzhou Asiad, says IOC member
Promoting Thriftiness, Ending Food Waste
'Puppet Sister' Creates 'Intelligent' Robot Performers
Rahul and De Kock pace Lucknow chase in IPL win over Chennai
Classical Guitar, Chinese Style