2 days ago - Though perhaps not as instantly recognisable as the band’s guru-like lead guitarist Jerry Garcia, Bob Weir, who has died following treatment for cancer, aged 78, was an indispensable pillar of the Grateful Dead as guitarist, singer and songwriter.

3 days ago - Bob Weir, who co-founded the Grateful Dead and continued the band's legacy for decades after the death of Jerry Garcia (1942–1995), died January 10, 2026, at the age of 78. He died after a cancer diagnosis; his family said that "underlying ...

5 days ago - It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Bobby Weir. He transitioned peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, after courageously beating cancer as only Bobby could. Unfortunately, he succumbed to underlying lung issues. For over sixty years, Bobby took to the road.

3 days ago - Bob Weir, the guitarist and songwriter who was a founding member of the Grateful Dead, which rose from jug band origins to become the kings of psychedelic rock, selling millions of records and inspiring a small nation of loyal fans, has died.

3 days ago - Weir reimagined the role of the rhythm guitar. He died at age 78.

4 days ago - The legendary musician who embodied the spirit (and the silliness) of the Grateful Dead for six decades died at age 78

3 days ago - The biggest fan of Grateful Dead guitarist and co-founder Bobby Weir, who died Saturday at the age of 78, was perhaps his bandmate Jerry Garcia. “He’s an extraordinarily original player in a world of people who sound like each other,” ...

2 days ago - Grateful Dead co-founding guitarist Bob Weir has died at age 78.

5 days ago - Robert Weir Obituary Robert "Bob" John Weir, age 60, of Port Austin, passed away at his home after battling many illnesses, on Friday, January 9, 2026. Bob was born in Pontiac to Donald and Barbara (

5 days ago - Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir has died. Weir played rhythm guitar and sang lead vocals for the entirety of the Grateful Dead’s 30-year tenure. He also founded and played in several bands during and after his time with the Dead, including ...

5 days ago - Bob Weir, guitarist, songwriter, singer, and co-founder of the Grateful Dead, has died. He was 78.His family shared this statement on his website: “It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Bobby Weir.

5 days ago - Bob Weir, the singer, songwriter and guitarist who co-founded the Grateful Dead and helped define the sound of the San Francisco rock scene, died Saturday, Jan. 10, after a prolonged battle with cancer and underlying health issues, his family said.

5 days ago - Bob Weir, the singer-guitarist who co-founded the Grateful Dead and later found success with Dead & Company, has died at age 78.

5 days ago - Bobby will forever be a guiding force whose unique artistry reshaped American music. His work did more than fill rooms with music; it was warm sunlight that filled the soul, building a community, a language, and a feeling of family that generations of fans carry with them." Weir's death leaves drummer Bill Kreutzmann as the only surviving original member.

Robert Joseph “Bob” Weir, 56, departed this life far too soon on March 19, 2025, in NYC. A gifted musician, devoted friend, and beloved family member, Bob’s…

5 days ago - Bob Weir, founding member of the Grateful Dead, has died at age 78 after dealing with "underlying lung issues."

July 23, 2025 - Prince William County Supervisor Bob Weir died Sunday, July 20, from metastatic colon cancer, his family announced in a statement.

July 20, 2025 - Below is a statement regarding the passing of Supervisor Weir from the Gainesville District Office. ... It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Prince William County Gainesville District Supervisor Bob Weir, who died on Sunday, July 20, 2025, from Metastatic Colon cancer.

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