In Memoriam: Notable Deaths of 2026 — Bob Weir of the Grateful Dead
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Allison RappAllison RappUpdated: July 6, 2026
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A brief memorial piece noting the passing of Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir in 2026, who had been privately battling cancer since 2025. The article highlights his appearance at the band's 60th anniversary concert series and his philosophical reflections on death shared in a Rolling Stone interview.
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Twitter / XIn Memoriam: Notable Deaths of 2026 — Bob Weir of the Grateful Deadultimateclassicrock.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledI look forward to dying.
I tend to think of death as the last and best reward for a life well lived.
That said, I've still got a lot on my plate and I won't be ready to
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