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Legendary Rock Icon and Traffic Co-Founder Dave Mason Passes Away at Age 79

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By NewsApr 23, 2026
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On behalf of his family, it is with deep and profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Dave Mason.

Photo credit: Chris Jensen

On Sunday, April 19, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, celebrated songwriter, musician, singer, and author passed away peacefully at his home in Gardnerville, NV. He is survived by his beloved wife and partner, Winifred Wilson, his daughter Danielle, nephew John (Trish) Leonard and niece Michelle Leonard, as well as his brothers in law Sloan (Claudia) Wilson and Walton (Barbara Sims) Wilson. He was preceded in death by his son, True and his sister, Valerie Leonard.

Dave Mason lived a remarkable life devoted to the music and the people he loved.

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