Last night we received a very sad e-mail from the Empty Bottle.

Radley, Empty Bottle’s resident rockin’ kitty-cat, passed away yesterday afternoon.

We at loudloop would like to send our deepest condolences to the Empty Bottle family. If you would like to make a donation in honor of Radley, you can do so by calling the American Live Foundation at 312-377-9030.

The full letter describing Radley’s importance to the Empty Bottle and his feline hijinks can be read after the jump.

Dateline – 8/25/09

Dearly Beloved,

I write to you today to eulogize our friend, confidant, and favorite feline Radley. Today this 25thday of August at 2:32 pm, Radley finally succumbed to the ills of the hard rockin lifestyle he lived.

For these last 16 years, you could find Radley roaming the friendly confines of the Empty Bottle. Slinking across the bar to catch a sip of your beverage, or cuddling with you on the couch. He never judged you when you drank, and was always there to lend a furry shoulder. You were never alone when Radley was around. Many a drummer have been reminded that they were playing in Radleys house.

To the bands that returned him home when found hiding in their van, to the concerned customers who carried him home when he roamed the streets. To the loving family members who cared for him over the years, to his medical team that helped ease his pain. The cat with the mouse tattoo in his ear was truly our friend.

Today is truly a sad day in Empty Bottle history.

Radley has outlasted his brothers and sisters Scout, Boo, Gem, Finch, Atticus, and Bob.

Donations should be made to the American Liver Foundation – 312-377-9030.

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