Journey co-founder George Tickner is dead at 76: Original guitarist with legendary band left to become a doctor
The original guitarist and co-founder of Journey, George Tickner has died aged 76.
His passing was confirmed by co-founding member Neal Schon – although no cause of death was given.
‘Journey Junkies, I have some very sad news. George Tickner, Journey’s original rhythm guitarist and songwriting contributor on their first three albums, has passed away. He was 76 years old,’ Schon wrote on Facebook Thursday.
‘Godspeed, George … thank you for the music. We will be paying tribute to you on this page indefinitely.’
‘Our condolences to his family and friends, and to all past and present band members. So heartbreaking … I think we need to do a group hug, JJ’s.’
