Ron Pigpen McKernan: key obituary facts
Is Ron Pigpen McKernan dead? Yes. Ron Pigpen McKernan died on March 8, 1973, at age 27.
Cause of death: Ron Pigpen McKernan's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Ron Pigpen McKernan known for?
He was known as Founding member of the Grateful Dead. McKernan sang, and played organ and harmonica.
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Founding member of the Grateful Dead. McKernan sang, and played organ and harmonica
Died on Thursday March 8th 1973