Songwriter Vincent "Tartar" Ford, who was credited with writing Bob Marley's "No Woman, No Cry," passed away in Jamaica at the age of 68, on Sunday, December 28, 2008. Ford died from complications of diabetes. Ford lost both his legs to the disease and was confined to a wheelchair.JamaicaObserver.com: Bob Marley's Mentor, 'Tata', Passes Away (December 31, 2008) Ford was also crediting with writing three of the songs on Marley's album Rastaman Vibration. Ford and Marley were close friends who lived in the Trench Town area of Kingston, Jamaica, during the 1960s. JamaicaObserver.com: Bob Marley's Mentor, 'Tata', Passes Away (December 31, 2008)The Associated Press: Jamaica Songwriter Ford Dies; Penned Marley Tunes (December 31, 2008)
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There is much debate over whether Ford actually wrote the songs he was credited with, many believe Marley gave credit to friends in order to help them financiallyThe Associated Press: Jamaica Songwriter Ford Dies; Penned Marley Tunes (December 31, 2008)JamaicaObserver.com: [http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20081230T230000-0500_144260_OBS_BOB_M
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Ford was a friend to Marley and helped him by letting him stay in his "unofficial" restaurant's kitchenCaribbean Beat: The Marley Tour
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When Marley was learning to play guitar, he often practiced while Ford listened and helpedCaribbean Beat: The Marley Tour
