In 1875, he created the role of the Learned Judge in "Trial by Jury", also playing in the accompanying Offenbach piece," La Périchole", and earning enthusiastic reviews. He then toured in "Trial", and French operettas, returning to London for the revival of "Trial". By early 1876, Sullivan's health was deteriorating, and he was forced to stop performing in October 1876. He died in January 1877, leaving a pregnant widow and seven young children. Arthur Sullivan's enduring song, "The Lost Chord", was composed at Fred's bedside. After Fred's death, Arthur became guardian to the children and helped support Fred's family for the rest of his life even after they moved to California against his wishes. He left the bulk of his estate to Fred's children.