Grateful Dead Archivist Remembers ‘Unabashed Rock Star’ Bob Weir

“A guitar player unlike any other, and a songwriter who created some of the most interesting, exciting, and oddly-timed songs in rock history, Bobby was also the unabashed rock star in the Grateful Dead.”

For over a quarter-century, since the death of the Dead’s original archivist Dick Latvala (or Dick’s Picks fame) in 1999, Lemieux has held the reins of the band’s extensive vault and later became the Dead’s legacy manager.

“He never sat still, and was always moving forward, an inspiration to us all. Watching Bobby do anything was always a joy, as he embraced life around him. First and foremost, his family gave him immense happiness. Being on stage and performing for us all showed us a man who loved to bring smiles to our faces. He didn’t do anything halfway, always giving it his all,” Lemieux wrote of Weir.

“For 60 years, Bobby has been a huge part of the soundtrack to our lives. His kindness, generosity, and musical contributions have made our world a better place.”

While Lemieux’s statement was posted on the band’s official social media, the Dead’s surviving members, Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann, have not yet commented on Weir’s death. However, dozens of artists, celebrities, collaborators and more have shared tributes to the late guitarist.