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Ronnie Montrose

Case from Brisbane, CA dated Mar 03, 2012

Victim Details

Ronnie Montrose

Male

White / Caucasian

Brisbane

CA

2012-03-03

64

Ronnie

Montrose

07/01/2026

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Ronnie Montrose, a renowned guitarist known for his work with bands like Montrose and Gamma, tragically passed away on March 3, 2012, at the age of 64 in his home in Brisbane, California. Initially, there was speculation about the cause of his death, with many fans believing it was related to his battle with prostate cancer, which he had been diagnosed with in 2007. However, the San Mateo County coroner's report later revealed that Montrose died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The autopsy a ...
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  • Ronnie Montrose, Hard-Rock Guitarist, Dies at 64
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