More whose music endures and lives past their life's conclusion

 Alan Bergman (d. July 17 last year)

Jerry Butler (founding member, The Impressions)

Lou Christie (d. June 18, 2025)

Connie Francis of 1950's / 60's

Sam Moore (1/2 of group "Sam & Dave": "Hold on, I'm Comin' ")

Roger Nichols (composer of melodies)

Ozzy Osbourne

Wayne Osmond

Lenny Welch ("Since I Fell For You" hit of 1960s)