Chad Butler aka
Pimp C will be remembered with a public memorial service Thursday in his hometown of Port Arthur, Texas. Pimp C, who made up the hip-hop duo Underground Kingz with his partner Bun B, was found dead Tuesday in his Los Angeles hotel room. He was 33 years old. The official cause of death is still not known and he is said to have apparently died in bed from natural causes. The service, which is open to the public, will begin at 11 a.m. at the Robert A. Bowers Civic Center. He will also be buried in the city, but only family and close friends will be allowed at the burial.

Manager Rick Martin, who identified the body of his client and dear friend Pimp C offered this statement regarding the tragic loss:

"I saw the loss of a man that was not only a client, but a very dear friend at a time when he had the most to live for. He was my best friend and I will always love him. Chad's tragic passing leaves behind mourners the world over, including his mother, wife and children whom Chad loved more than anything. An official cause of death has yet to be determined.

I was so very proud of Chad and the growth he has shown since his release from prison; as an artist and business man and as a person. As one half of the legendary Texas group UGK, Chad was finally seeing the results of the years of love and labor that he and Bun B have put in over the years, culminating in the tremendous success of their album, Underground Kingz. Chad was set to soar with not only a new solo deal on Jive Records, but a lucrative publishing deal, a new satellite radio show, several group projects and a national cologne endorsement. Chad had everything to live for, making his unexpected passing a travesty. Right now, my number one concern is the well being and livelihood of his family who are the ones most deeply affected by this loss.

All efforts will be made to ensure that they are properly cared for in this tragic time and beyond.
As Chad's friend, manager, and on behalf of his family and those closest to him, we ask that you, the press keep reports of his passing to tributes to his amazing contributions as an artist and wait for the facts surrounding his death to come to light. Please let us all remember Pimp C as the kind and warmhearted man and rap music pioneer that he was."

We at Binside TV are deeply saddened and send our heartfelt condolences to Chad Butler's family.
Click here to Visit the Pimp C myspace page and see the recent tributes including the one below.

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