Bobby King

1941–1983 (age 42)

Musician

Biography

Bobby King lived for the rhythms of his craft, bringing soulful energy to every stage and studio where he shared his music. Whether leading a band, supporting fellow musicians, or composing on his own, he approached every note with thoughtfulness and a sense of shared joy.

Friends remember him as generous with advice, always ready to lift emerging artists, and someone whose love for performance outshone the challenges of the industry. Though his life was cut short, his guitar lines and melodies remain part of the rich tapestry he helped weave, and he rests now at Burr Oak Cemetery.

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