Ronnie James Dio R.I.P.

"I have lost someone who I looked up to as a teenager and that person became my good friend. I shared many laughs, stories, drinks and good times with him on and off the road. Ronnie I will miss you terribly and always think fondly of the times we spent together and of your tremendous talent. Till we meet again my friend!" - Greg Smith (Over The Rainbow)

"Today we not only lost a legend but we lost a friend. Ronnie was a true gentleman of rock...always kind and giving. I was proud to know him...everyone he touched was raised higher. His energy and legacy will live on...and i ....as a fellow member of Rainbow...will continue to sing his praises and his songs. May God hold him in his hands...RIP." - Joe Lynn Turner

''I was very sad to hear of Ronnie's passing, he was one of the best singers and writers ever, and every time I saw him he was a total gentleman, he will be greatly missed but never forgotten.'' - Bobby Rondinelli (Over The Rainbow).

"I am saddened to learn of the death of Ronnie James Dio. He was one of the truly great rock vocalists of our time." - Kelly Keagy.

"Ronnie died at 7:45am, but his music will live for eternity. \m/ RIP Ronnie James Dio, one of the best Heavy Metal singers of all time." - Slash.