Popular Pittsburgh Bar Closes Permanently

PITTSBURGH, PA — Hambone's, a popular Lawrenceville bar known for hosting comedy and music events, has closed for good. The closure comes a month after the sudden death of tavern owner Jeff Holt, 46.

The shutdown was announced on the bar's Facebook page over the weekend.

'We are very sad to have to tell you all. We tried, we really did.. but with the death of Jeff, the bank has made the decision to not continue business with his estate and the debt is insurmountable.

"Therefore, its over. After 35 years in this spot, with Bill Hammill, then Bill and Jeff, then just Jeff at the helm. we are now permanently closed

"There will be a sheriff's sale of the building, as to the rest of it, we do not know details yet. Just from all of us, to all of you, we will miss you and goodbye."

Mr. Holt died Sept. 24.

The Mt. Lebanon resident, also was an artist who specialized in metal art, ceramics and painting. He loved Pittsburgh sports teams and fast cars.