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Ronell Johnson
American trombonist (Preservation Hall Jazz Band
January 1, 1977 - June 15, 2026 (Age 49)
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The Preservation Hall Jazz Band is a New Orleans jazz band founded in New Orleans by tuba player Allan Jaffe in the early 1960s.
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The Preservation Hall Jazz Band is a New Orleans jazz band founded in New Orleans by tuba player Allan Jaffe in the early 1960s. Ronell Johnson died on June 15, 2026. This memorial record includes life dates, public details, and ways for family, friends, and readers to add memories.
- Died
- June 15, 2026
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- Public record (Wikipedia): Preservation Hall Jazz Band
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- 2005In 2005, the Hall's doors were closed for a period of time due to H...
In 2005, the Hall's doors were closed for a period of time due to Hurricane Katrina, but the band continued to tour.
- June 15, 2026Died
Ronell Johnson died at age 49.
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The Preservation Hall Jazz Band is a New Orleans jazz band founded in New Orleans by tuba player Allan Jaffe in the early 1960s.
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- Wikipedia · Preservation Hall Jazz BandJun 15, 2026
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