Wendy Dio Heartbroken Over Husband's Death

(L-R) Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, Eddie Trunk, Ronnie James Dio and Vinny Appice attend a celebration honoring his 25th Anniversary in radio broadcasting at the Hard Rock Cafe New York on August 4, 2008 in New York City. (Getty Images)more pics » ABOUT RONNIE JAMES DIO

• Born in New Hampshire in 1942
  
• Played with Black Sabbath, Dio and Heaven & Hell
  
• Played bass, guitar, trumpet and keyboards
• Diagnosed with stomach cancer in 2009
  

Wendy Dio is devastated over the death of her husband, Dio rocker Ronnie James Dio, who passed away this morning after fighting stomach cancer. He was 67 years old, and Wendy was the one to confirm the sad news, according to the AP. He was most recently the front man of Heaven and Hell, an incarnation of Black Sabbath.

Wendy and Ronnie James Dio (roadrunnerrecords.com)

"Today my heart is broken," Wendy wrote. "Many, many friends and family were able to say their private goodbyes before he peacefully passed away. Ronnie knew how much he was loved by all. We so appreciate the love and support that you have all given us ... Please know he loved you all and his music will live on forever."

Dio had just wrapped his summer tour with Heaven and Hell last year when he confirmed he had cancer and was undergoing chemo treatments at the time of his death. He was being treated at a hospital in Houston, according to his website. Condolences go out to his friends, fans, and family.

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