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Legendary Guitarist Ace Frehley Laid to Rest in Emotional Bronx Memorial
23 Oct
Summary
- Intimate memorial held in Bronx, New York for legendary KISS guitarist Ace Frehley
- Attended by KISS co-founders Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, and Peter Criss
- Frehley's family plans future tribute show to celebrate his life and legacy
On October 23, 2025, an intimate memorial service was held in New York City's Bronx borough to celebrate the life of legendary KISS guitarist Ace Frehley, who passed away just one week prior. The service was attended by a small group of Frehley's family and close friends, including the three surviving original members of the iconic rock band KISS: Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, and Peter Criss.
According to SiriusXM personality Eddie Trunk, who was present at the memorial, the event was an emotional gathering to bid farewell to a rock icon and long-time friend. Trunk revealed that Frehley's family has given him the go-ahead to pursue a future tribute show or fan celebration to honor the guitarist's lasting legacy and influence on countless musicians.
In a statement shared with PEOPLE, Frehley's family expressed their profound grief over his passing, describing the "magnitude of his loss" as "epic" and "beyond comprehension." They celebrated Frehley's incredible life achievements and vowed that his memory will continue to live on forever.
