Steven Richard Weisberg

1949 - 2014

Steven Richard Weisberg obituary, 1949-2014, Dallas, TX

Steven Weisberg Obituary

WEISBERG, STEVEN RICHARD Age 64 of Dallas, passed away on May 22, 2014. Steve was born in Dallas on November 14, 1949 to the late Vivian and Bob Weisberg. He graduated from St. Mark's School of Texas and attended The University of Texas at Austin. Steve began his professional musical career in Dallas, playing lead guitar in local rock bands while attending high school. During college, he performed throughout the Southwest as a member of the Sweetarts, and later, The Sparkles. Steve moved to Aspen, CO in 1972 and played lead guitar for John Denver from 1973 - 1977, recording on many of his most successful albums and touring globally. His songwriting credits include "Christmas for Cowboys," recorded and published by John Denver on his album, Rocky Mountain Christmas. One of Steve's last public performances was March 15, 2014 at The Meyerson, as a guest of Jim Curry and Band and The Dallas Symphony Orchestra. It pleased him greatly to perform in his hometown again. Steve led a very active life of performing and entertaining, and enjoyed cycling, scuba diving, golf and travel. Throughout his life, Steve made many friends who were drawn to his sense of humor, warmth, passion, charisma, intelligence, storytelling and musicianship. Steve is survived by his brother, Mick Weisberg of Dallas, brother and sister-in-law, Dick and Lynn Weisberg of Issaquah, WA, uncle and aunt, Ed and Mary Anne Bashara of Waco, TX, cousins, Greg Bashara, and Gary and Mary Bashara and their daughters Meagan and Lauren of Waco, Brenda and Tom Kanuch of Dallas, Doug Bashara of Irving, Joe and Gail Bashara of Dallas, Ken West of Madison, WI, Erica West-Fulton of Lakewood, CO, Nicole West of Austin, and former wife, Donna Duvall, who provided friendship and support throughout his battle with cancer. There will be a Celebration of Life for Steve Weisberg on Monday, June 30, 2014 from 3:00 - 6:00 pm at Brookhaven Country Club. Friends of Steve and family are invited to attend. Memorials may be made to Operation Kindness, www.operationkindness.org, or the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, www.lls.org

Published by Dallas Morning News on Jun. 22, 2014.
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Steve was a darling! I met him a very long time ago at a John Denver concert and almost immediately fell in love with him. What an absolute sweet wonderful guy. Talented, funny and as handsome as it gets. The planet is a less bright place without him here. I can only hope I meet with him again on the other side. Love you Steve!

Janet Horwith

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December 19, 2023

I just learned this week (Nov 6, 2023) that Steve had passed away in 2014. Steve became a friend for such a brief time following a John Denver Tribute concert in Grand Rapids Michigan in 2012. In the days after the concert we got better acquainted and talked about a lot of things really important to him as he was reinventing himself. One thing he shared with me was this, "I want to be remembered as someone who finally took the trouble to try to reach people, Terrance. And who succeeded in that." You did, Steve! I will treasure our brief friendship, always. Peace my friend, Terrance Merriman (Michigan and Texas)

Terrance Merriman

November 8, 2023

It was nice to see this today . I remember Steve today as I do every day I have a picture of him and John Denver in my den and a picture of when I met Steve in Aspen. I see him every day when I come in the door. I would like his family to know how special he was to me how many lives he touched. And I am always so thankful that our paths crossed and that I was able to talk to him and spend time with him,special moments . .memories I'll treasure forever. He will never be forgotten. My mother passed away in November 2018 and I had told her about Steve. I told her to find him when she got to heaven, that she would love him! Thanks, love & blessings.
Lovetta McCord (Tex)

Lovetta McCord

Friend

June 16, 2019

I jammed with Steve many times, and I was always struck by the fact that I sounded better when I played with him...not just because I had to bring my A game, but because he was selfless in his play. He was adept at playing behind others less talented and making them sound better.

Bill Wallace

Friend

June 16, 2019

Dear Steven, Thanking you from the bottom of our hearts for the times you came to Chatham, New Jersey, to grace us with your beautiful, unforgettable performances of John Denver's songs (and your own beloved song, "Christmas for Cowboys"), alongside Reverend Shawn Garvey. Those performances in the church were magical and joyful. You brought the music to life again in your own unique style, with your winning combination of incredible musicianship and goofy sense of humor. Those concerts will live forever in our hearts, as will you. Happy Trails

Lea Cahill & Family & Friends

February 22, 2018

I have missed you beyond words since your passing. I'm thankful for the time we spent together and all your stories you told. May you rest in love that you gave to so many, and all of the hearts that you touched.

Rhonda Simmons

December 27, 2014

I always enjoyed jamming with Steve at Andy Michlin's New Year's Day party. I got the greatest kick out of him sitting in with my band at my 60th birthday bash....what a treat and honor. I miss this great guitarist and guy.

Bill Wallace

December 19, 2014

I always enjoyed jamming with Steve at Andy Michlin's New Year's Day party. Sitting in with my band at my sixtieth birthday party was a real treat....and honor. A great musician and guy!

December 19, 2014

Steve I will miss you and I will never forget your kindness to me when I was sick. May you RIP and sing with the Angels

Linda Brown

November 11, 2014

What a great man you were and friend to me when I was down. I'll never forget the kind act you did Steve RIP. Southwind blowing my love to you.....you will be missed friend

Linda Brown

November 11, 2014

It was wonderful meeting you in Aspen in 2012. You lit up a room. Rest in Peace.

Carol Ann Demetrio

November 10, 2014

RIP my JD Friend you will be missed may God Be with you! :(

Alex Chavez

November 10, 2014

Miss u Steve. Wished you could have come to Omaha for treatment. It just wasn't meant to be. RIP. Glad I tried to help.

Denise A. Jensen

October 20, 2014

Steve's passing weighs heavy in our hearts. The world has lost a great man and a wonderful musician. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all at this sorrowful time. " Pokey" we will miss you. You are loved dearly by us and will always be in our thoughts.

Mike and Judi Tracy

July 12, 2014

Steve,
even though the time I knew you was short. I feel so blessed to have met you. I'll miss you, but I smile as I remember the gifts you gave to us in your life, songs and music, Thanks, love always, Tex

Lovetta McCord

June 27, 2014

In loving memory of a wonderful, kind, loving soul , Steve you will be missed. We will love and miss you. - Lisa, Red, Monet, Leo and Derek … y'all would have gotten along famously. With a heavy heart, Lisa

LISA FERRARIS

June 23, 2014

Steve, Goodbye my dear friend. I will see you in the next life.

Will Scott

June 22, 2014

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