George Wein Obituary

George Wein was a jazz impresario who founded the groundbreaking Newport Jazz Festival.

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Published by The Denver Gazette on Sep. 14, 2021.

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To the Family of George T. Wein:

On behalf of the Administration, Faculty and Staff of Queens College, we would like to extend our sincere condolences on the passing of your loved one.

May he Rest In Peace,

Anna Rossini

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September 21, 2021

On behalf of my Father Darreil Johnson Grand Marshal and our family we would like to send our Prayers and condolences to Mr Weins family. Thank you for giving my father the chance to be the first grand marshal for the New Orleans Jazz Fest.

Darriel King

September 18, 2021

Scott Chamberland

September 15, 2021

Thank you George. What you created advanced our great American art form and introduced it LIVE to new audiences, along with thrilling exisiting fans. Not to mention another place for cats to perform! Now you can take it easy.

Ron Mills

Acquaintance

September 15, 2021

May God strengthen you in your time of loss.

September 15, 2021

May the God of comfort give you peace during your difficult time of loss and in the times ahead.

September 15, 2021

My condolences.

September 14, 2021

Our deepest condolences to the family. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this difficult time.

September 14, 2021

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