According to the Athens Banner-Herald, Widespread Panic Equipment Manager Garrie Vereen was found dead in his home yesterday.Vereen was an irreplaceable member of the Panic touring crew and was beloved by the band and friends alike.
I can’t claim to have known Garrie personally but any of Panic’s fans could tell you about his influence on them. Check out the comments left here.
The Vereen Family Trust has been set up at First American Bank and Trust 300 College Avenue, Athens, GA 30601 (706) 354-5000.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
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I love Garrie!