Sly Stone, musician and frontman of Sly and the Family Stone, died Monday at age 82 after battling lung disease. According to a statement posted by his family on social media, Stone had long struggled with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and other underlying health issues.

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The founding member of the legendary funk and soul band Sly and the Family Stone passed away on June 9 at age 82.

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Sly Stone, funk pioneer and frontman of Sly and the Family Stone, died Monday at the age of 82, following what his family described as “prolonged battle with COPD and other underlying health issues.” “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved dad,