Alice Cooper, songwriter for Jon Bon Jovi, has died aged 66

ASBURY PARK, New Jersey – Jack Ponti, a songwriter and producer who worked with famous acts such as Jon Bon Jovi and Alice Cooper, has died at age 66.

An obituary for Ponti states that he died on Monday. No cause of death was reported.

“Although he is widely known for his musical genius, it was his boundless love for his family, his generosity and his fierce loyalty that truly set him apart,” the obituary reads. “His early passion for the guitar led him to a remarkable career in which his talent and vision helped shape the sound of iconic rock bands such as Bon Jovi, Alice Cooper, Nelson and Skid Row.”

According to nj.com, Ponti's career began in the 1970s with the group Rest, where he played guitar and sang Bon Jovi. The band didn't have much success.

The band broke up and Bon Jovi later enjoyed great success, starting in the 1980s when Ponti helped Bon Jovi write one of the band's biggest hits, “Shot Through the Heart.” He also helped write songs with Alice Cooper, Kane Roberts, Keel, Trixter, Bonfire, Babylon AD and other acts, nj.com reports.

He has also been a producer for several artists, reports Ultimate Classic Rock.

“Jack had a rare ability to make people feel seen and valued, whether in the music studio or at home,” the obituary reads. “His generosity went beyond that of his family, as he was always ready to give advice, help or just make those around him laugh. His warmth and wisdom will resonate long after the music has faded, through the countless lives he touched.”

Ponti is survived by his wife Tatyana, his daughter Neva, his granddaughter Jordyn and his sister Nikki.