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In Memory of
Rozz Williams
November 6, 1963 - April 1, 1998

Interment:
Hollywood Forever in Hollywood, California

Rozz Williams (born Roger Alan Painter November 6, 1963 – April 1, 1998) was an American vocalist and musician most known for his work with the bands Christian Death, Shadow Project (with musician Eva O), and with the industrial project Premature Ejaculation. Christian Death is cited by some as a pioneer of the American gothic rock scene as well as deathrock. Williams was also involved with Daucus Karota, Heltir, and EXP; he also recorded several solo albums.

Williams took his own life on April 1, 1998.



Rozz Williams

Birth: Nov. 6, 1963

Pomona

Los Angeles County

California, USA

Death: Apr. 1, 1998

West Hollywood

Los Angeles County

California, USA


Singer, lyricist, and musician. Known in the early 1980s as the king of gothic rock. Formed the band Christian Death when he was only 16. (bio by: A.J. Marik)

Cause of death: Suicide by hanging
Inscription:
"All truth is parallel
All truth is untrue"


Burial:
Hollywood Forever Cemetery
Hollywood
Los Angeles County
California, USA
Plot: Chapel Columbarium, 2nd floor, in the column
near the top of the stairs.
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