R.I.P. Merle Saunders

 

Merle Saunders passed away this morning in San Francisco, CA.

Through his music both in partnership with Jerry Garcia and beyond, Merle spread great joy through his music and with an unebbing enthusiasm.

I saw him play a countless times in the 90s including my first, very memorable, trip to the Wetlands Preserve in New York City.

He will be missed.