Bob Weir, Grateful Dead founding member, dies at 78

Bob Weir, a founding member of the Grateful Dead, died at 78; his family said he had underlying lung issues after a cancer diagnosis.

Bob Weir, a founding member of the Grateful Dead, died Saturday at the age of 78. His family said he succumbed to underlying lung issues and that he had been diagnosed with cancer in the summer. He helped form the Grateful Dead in 1965 and the band received later honors including induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and recognition from the Kennedy Center. Key facts: - Weir died Saturday at age 78, according to a family statement. - The family statement said he had been diagnosed with cancer in the summer and succumbed to underlying lung issues. - He co-founded the Grateful Dead in 1965 and the band received later honors including the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and a Kennedy Center recognition. - He is survived by his wife, Natascha Münter, and their two daughters, Monet and Chloe. Summary: Weir's family announced his death and described his recent health challenges. Undetermined at this time.