"It is with overwhelming sadness and heavy hearts we share the news that our beloved Francis passed away yesterday after a private battle with cancer. He departed this world peacefully, surrounded by love. Our hearts are shattered. Throughout his fight with cancer, we stayed by his side, facing every challenge as a family - exactly the way he taught us."
"Buchholz was born February 9th, 1954, in Hanover, Germany. In 1972, he joined the band Dawn Road with singer-guitarist Uli Jon Roth. That band eventually welcomed Klaus Meine and Rudolf Schenker from an early version of Scorpions, and then eventually became the new incarnation of Scorpions. The bassist was a member of Scorpions from 1973 through 1992, playing on all their best-known songs, including "Rock You Like a Hurricane," Wind of Change, and "No One Like You," among others,"
Francis Buchholz died on January 22 at age 71 after a private battle with cancer, passing peacefully and surrounded by family. His family announced the death on his official Facebook page and thanked fans for their loyalty and support. Scorpions released a statement expressing sadness, honoring his legacy, and offering condolences to his family. Buchholz was born February 9, 1954, in Hanover, Germany. He joined Dawn Road in 1972 with Uli Jon Roth, and that group merged with early Scorpions members to form the band's new incarnation. Buchholz served as Scorpions' bassist from 1973 through 1992 and played on their best-known songs and multi-platinum albums.
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