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Mon March 7, 2011
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Herman (Roscoe) Ernest III, famed New Orleans drummer, dies

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Herman Ernest III, musical director and drummer for Dr. John, died Sunday.
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Herman Ernest III, the beloved drummer and musical director for Dr. John lost his nearly 3-year-long battle with cancer on Sunday morning.  

A funeral service will be held in New Orleans on Saturday, March 12 at First Pilgrim Baptist Church, 1228 Arts Street, preceded by a viewing at the church starting at 8 a.m. Burial will follow at St. Louis No. 3, 3421 Esplanade Avenue.

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