Saturday, December 24. Rick Parfitt (Status Quo), died at his home in Marbella, Spain.

The following day, George Michael died at his home in England.

Though I was never a fan of George's music, one has to accept that he had an awesome voice and that his contribution over the years has been astounding. To die at 53 is a real shame. Parfitt, who brought joy to millions of people during some 40 years, was 68.

2016 has seen an inordinate number of well-known people passing away.

R.I.P Rick and George.