Lafferty was mentally ill, Esplin said. Please enter your email and password to sign in. Please scroll down to see information about Rob Grill Social media profiles. Who Is Rob Grill's Wife? He has a problem with a jury making the decision. The hospital was chosen because she had aunts who worked there, Grill says. Lafferty would have been the first person in the country to die by firing squad since Utah executed Ronnie Lee Gardner in 2010. He & the Roots made our life a bit brighter and their music will always be a part of our lives. July 12, 2011 / 10:14 AM / CBS News. Any contributions to Melanoma/Cancer Society (as that what took Christian's life We have set your language to I got the privilege to see him perform many times @ Epcot in Orlando, Fl. Find Rob Taylor in Provo, UT - phone, address, email. So sad to hear a truly great talent is gone. One of the first LPs I owned was by The Grassroots - Always a favorite of mine. Rob Grill was such a super nice guy, you knew he loved his fans by all he did. STEPHANIE SIGAFOOS: A Jersey native raised in Northeast PA, she was reared in a house littered with 8-tracks, 45s and cassette tapes of The Beatles, Elvis, Meatloaf and Billy Joel. Rob started with the idea of selling fried fish. Rock Musician. I saw the Grass Roots at a hospice concert sometime around 1992 or 1993. I least prefer your lethal injection.. R&B Grill is a southern style soul food restaurant on wheels. After listening to the Grass Roots for decades, and loving Rob's voice and bass playing, I finally got a chance to see him live in August of 2009. Lafferty, 78, died of natural causes Monday at the Utah State Prison after apparently being ill for some time. They planned to stop at the house of another of her friends but got lost. I play their 45's constantly. The state, she said, never asked her. One-time members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Ron and Dan Lafferty became disenchanted with the faith and joined a group called the School of the Prophets. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. He is also ranked in the richest person list from United States. We always went to Westbury each year to see him and hear him perform. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[336,280],'buzzlearn_com-banner-1','ezslot_6',128,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-buzzlearn_com-banner-1-0');Body measurements informations are given below: Rob Grills net worth or net income is estimated to be $1 million $6 million dollars. I think a great honor for him and the band would to finally be recognized by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. You found the best songs and put them out." Thanks for all your music you shared with us. I even bought their Greatest Hits album later on. This is a carousel with slides. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. The moment I heard them play Midnight Confessions as a lead in to their story, my heart sank and my eyes welled up. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. I never missed seeing Rob Grill at Westbury Long Island. We were at the Happy Together show last week at Westbury, and when Rob didn't show up we knew it wasn't good. I was always partial to Top 40 hit machines and man, Rob Grill and gang put together a string of hits that have squeezed out chart spaces alongside rock legends like the Beatles, Aretha Franklin and Rolling Stones. There was an error deleting this problem. Born Robert Frank Grill, he attended Hollywood High School and upon graduation began his career in the music industry with a position at American Recording Studios. So sorry to hear of Rob's passing. Do they still call it Chunk? she asks, referring to old-timers practice of fondly referring to Jim Thorpe as Mauch Chunk, the boroughs name before switching in the mid-1950s. Lets Live for Today sounded wonderfully pleading and desperate. Music has been a constant backdrop to her life since she first sat on the steps listening to her mothers Broadway LPs when she was 2. https://www.typepad.com/services/trackback/6a00d8341c4fe353ef0147e0544d2a970b, Pioneering, platinum-selling heavy metal group to play area arena, Sands Bethlehem Event Center to kick off fall season with free classic rock show, Blues great who canceled ArtsQuest fest in 2012 says he'll play Musikfest Cafe in 2015. The whole thing will go kaboom.. While with the Dunhill label, they scored six Top-Ten hits among them "Let's Live For Today" (1967), "Midnight Confessions" (1968, achieving gold record status), "I'll Wait a Million Years" (1969), "Temptation Eyes" (1971) and "Sooner or Later" (1971). STEPHANIE SIGAFOOS: A Jersey native raised in Northeast PA, she was reared in a house littered with 8-tracks, 45s and cassette tapes of The Beatles, Elvis, Meatloaf and Billy Joel. Robs income mostly comes from and basic source was being a successful American musician. It was just like yesterday. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? The killings took place on July 24, 1984, the day commemorating Latter-day Saint pioneers arrival in the Salt Lake Valley. they played great music and he will be missed. Joe Collins. Its over, Weeks said Monday from her home in St. George. Marina Lowe, ACLU of Utah legislative and policy counsel, said last week that kind of visual helps make the ACLUs case against how ridiculous capital punishment is and whether it serves anyones interest where such a scene is the end result. Rock and Roll Heaven for Rob. His wife is Nancy Pilski (1986 - 11 July 2011) ( his death), Ariadna Ruskin (17 December 1970 - 1975) ( divorced) ( 1 child) Rob Grill Net Worth His net worth has been growing significantly in 2021-2022. His wife was born in Lehightons Gnaden Huetten Hospital, now a campus of Blue Mountain Health Systems. Preference? Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. I'll never forget how nice Rob was to me. He was 67. Peterson said Lafferty was psychologically evaluated more times than just about anybody else in history. Also learn about how he was rich at the age of 49 years old? I knew he was battling health issues and was quite debilitated from his hip surgeries. I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of Rob Grill. On July 24, 1984, 24-year-old Brenda Lafferty and her 15-month-old daughter, Erica, were murdered in their American Fork home. ALBUMS: Their 16 Greatest Hits (1971); Golden Grass, The Grass Roots (1970); MVC Ratings: 16 Greatest 4.0/$$$; Golden 3.5/$$$. Esplin also represented Gilmore. After the Grass Roots set, Dawson said in an interview that Grill died in an Orlando, Fla., hospital from complications from a stroke. Though Lafferty wont face a firing squad, issues surrounding capital punishment will continue to be debated in Utah and across the country. Commentdocument.getElementById("comment").setAttribute("id","a8906ea7eaa3ca85e64759c38891bbb1");document.getElementById("f8e4e772f6").setAttribute("id","comment"); Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. My sincerest condolences. Always a cheerful and positive soul, happy to make others happy with his songs (and with his corny jokes), sometimes meeting-n-greeting with concert patrons until long after the show was over. Midnight Confession, their biggest hit, had some swinging horns on it. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. EUSTIS, Fla. (AP) - Rob Grill, the lead singer of 1960s rock band The Grass Roots, has died near Orlando, an official with the medical examiner's office said Tuesday. Learn more about managing a memorial . Mr. Grill, 67, and Nancy met in the mid 1980s when he was performing at a club in Orlando, Fla. Nancy, then a radio announcer in that area, was working at the club that night, too. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[336,280],'buzzlearn_com-box-4','ezslot_4',127,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-buzzlearn_com-box-4-0');Rob Grills birthday is on 30-Nov-1943 and was born on Tuesday. She's no expert, but enjoys it all especially artists who resonated in her younger years, such as Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, Tracy Chapman, Santana and Joni Mitchell. He will be missed. Thank you Rob Grill for all the memories you will be missed. They have sold more than 20 million albums worldwide. I just saw Rob and the band last year for the first time although I've loved them since the beginning. In addition to complications from his stroke, it was reported that Grill had sustained a head injury after a falldays ago. You can see it on the two album covers I have published with this story. If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact us with all inquires. Wed gather at someones house and grill out or whatever. saw rob grill and the grass roots several years ago and noticed he was not himself. The Laffertys were to go on trial together until Ron Lafferty tried to hang himself to death in jail as well as attempted to kill his brother. The team is composed of the community which come from different walks of life. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. "We watched the charts, and when [one song] started to come down, we'd release another song," Grill said. Geeee, I really love Rob's voice, so awesome! We remain two divided by love (for The Grass Roots). Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. My sincere sympathy to his family. Please try again later. Ron Lafferty, left, and Ron Yengich, Laffertys new defense attorney, review the official notice proclaiming Yengich as Laffertys new attorney in 4th District Court in Provo on Sept. 25, 2002. At that show, Grills recent health difficulties were evident. His estimated earning is $1 million $6 million. Because he knows the heart. For a 20-year span there, from a cold November night at the Los Angeles Coliseum to a driving rainstorm last year in Ohio, I had the fine fortune to catch a 'Roots show once in a while. Try again later. He did not die for several minutes. According to the Death Penalty Information Center, 7% of lethal injections were botched in the United States through 2010, more than any other method including hanging, lethal gas and electrocution. The rest were class A , but the Roots were A++. They really were artists. recognizing (as Rob said) a great song -- one after another. I saw the Grass Roots with Rob Grill twice the past 7 years. I have a "Glory Bound" 45 autographed by him and the "Live At Last" CD as well. Last year, he limped out with a cane and sat on a stool to perform to everyone's delight. To service the community with GREAT food, Joy and Excitement! Before he knew it, the business grew to include grilled jumbo smoked turkey legs and ribs. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. He chose to be executed by firing squad. So sorry for Rob's troubles and his passing. I was fortunate enough to see Rob in concert through out the years. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. He prefers the state going exclusively to the firing squad, which he says is more basic and more effective. Contents 1 Career 1.1 Classic rock festivals Unfortunatley he did not. Rob thought that was so funny and I never lived it down, but now I will always think of Rob every time my bandmates and family call me Geddy.I will keep Nancy and the family in my prayers. On Tuesday morning, I was shaving and listening to News Radio 880 here in NY. ANOTHER GREAT TALENT , AND A MAJOR PART OF AMERICAN MUSIC,HAS LEFT USHIS VOICE, AND THE SONGS, AS WELL AS THE BAND, WILL LIVE ON , HE WILL BE MISSED! On the other hand, she is an advocate for abolishing the death penalty. I really can. U.S. District Judge Dee Benson said in a ruling that the U.S. Supreme Court has never declared a states chosen method of execution cruel and unusual. He sure had pretty blues eyes and a great smile. I have a Midnight Confession to make - The Grass Roots are my most favorite band of all time. They dedicated "Don't Fear The Reaper" to Rob Grill. Gary James' Interview With Rob Grill Of The Grass Roots. Rob did open his eyes, but they were fixed and he did not respond. He later had two strokes while in the hospital. The Grass Roots stold the Show, if fact the Turtles were the weakest act. Rob Grill was an American singer, songwriter and bass guitarist, best known as lead singer and guitarist of the rock and roll group The Grass Roots. God bless your wife and family and the guys in the group as they all cope with this sudden, untimely loss. Discover Rob Grill's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Rob will be greatly missed. After we moved to California we lot touch. Ive been chained to Ron Lafferty because every single time he has a hearing, Im notified, Weeks said. Day contended that the state court used an unconstitutional standard to find Lafferty competent to stand trial in 1996. He did a fine job and even posed for pictures and signed autographs. We are FAMILY. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. Hansen imposed lethal injection as Utah law bound him to do, only to have Lafferty blurt out that hed already had a lethal injection of Mormonism and that hed like to try something different. Provo attorney Mike Esplin, who represented Lafferty in his 1996 trial, recalled Lafferty trying to decide between lethal injection and the firing squad, and telling co-counsel Linda Anderson that he didnt like needles. WHAT A NICE MAN. Jan 9, 2014 - Rock Musician. He is also ranked in the richest person list from United States. Nancy Grill, 52, said in a telephone interview before the Symphony Hall show that while she never lived in the area, she was born there when her traveling parents were nearby. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Rob Grill (73192926)? Expecting that the Supreme Court would not take Laffertys case, state officials were planning for his execution late next summer. Add to your scrapbook. And torture for everybody thats chained to the person on death row. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. A system error has occurred. Justice Neil Gorsuch wrote in the majority opinion that the Eighth Amendment barring cruel and unusual punishment does not guarantee a prisoner a painless death. Missouri executed Bucklew by lethal injection in October. Ron Lafferty said the revelation told him to remove the two, along with two of Brenda Laffertys friends, to keep them from obstructing Gods work.. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. He said Lafferty considered himself Jesus Christ, and those who raised rifles against him would be destroyed and hed be on a beach somewhere. He has a feeding tube in his nose and was in a doctor-induced coma. based on information from your browser. RIP ROB. Family (1) Spouse Nancy Pilski (1986 - 11 July 2011) (his death) Ariadna Ruskin ( 17 December 1970 - May 1975) (divorced) (1 child) Trivia (2) I loved this band. and their music was like steak and potatos, instead of fast food. there is a some fantastic show going on in heaven! He died of complications from a fall at his home. He walked on stage with a cane and a pronounced limp, and had some singing limitations, often letting Dawson sing lead. State Rep. Paul Ray wasnt worried about the optics. Flipboard. Grill decided to form his own band and under the guidance of producer Steve Barri, The Grass Roots joined The West Coast's elite groups of the period including The Mamas & the Papas, Buffalo Springfield and The Byrds. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. Grills wife, Nancy, was born in Lehightons Gnaden Huetten Hospital, now a campus of Blue Mountain Health Systems. After the Denver-based 10th Circuit Court of Appeals denied Laffertys request to make an appeal in another court this past summer, his only option was persuading the U.S. Supreme Court to take his case. According to a Salt Lake Tribune article, the five gunmen positioned about 15 feet away missed twice, hitting Mares in the stomach and hip. Utah assistant solicitor general Andrew Peterson said in a recent interview Lafferty argued mundane issues and there is no split in the lower courts that would attract the Supreme Courts attention. For me, that cannot cross over into what we do now with the person who committed such a heinous crime, Weeks told the Deseret News in an interview over the summer. The U.S. Supreme Court, however, didnt find illness enough of a reason to change the method of execution let alone stay the death sentence in a recent case. I met him in 1986 along w/other bands that were on the Monkees 20th tour. Glad I purchased it , it was delish . Rather than the standard issue orange prison jumpsuit, he was wearing what appears to be a hospital gown. I was NOT disappointed. Lafferty also stuffed a towel under the door of a jail cell, prompting a jailer to ask him if it was there to keep the travelers out. We remember him for his electric smile and always-pleasant demeanor. In all, with Grill The Grass Roots had just two gold albums and just one that went platinum, but tallied an amazing 15 Top 30 hits from 1966-72, and had almost continuous chart presence with its hits, which also included "Sooner or Later" and "Two Divided By Love.". The Laffertys had not seen each other for 11 years after being convicted in 1985 for the murder of their sister-in-law and baby niece. He has made such an amount of wealth from his primary career as a Musician. I had heard that he wasn't performing much anymore, so it's not a shock, but he will be missed and I will treasure the moments that I saw him perform, and the dialogue that I had with him after the shows. HE WILL BE MISSED. She's no expert, but enjoys it all especially artists who resonated in her younger years, such as Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, Tracy Chapman, Santana and Joni Mitchell. Before he knew it, the business grew to include grilled jumbo smoked turkey legs and ribs. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. Learn more about merges. Last week we went to Westbury to see the "So Happy Together Tour". He was born on November 30, 1943 and his birthplace is Los Angeles. I saw the Grassroots 2 yrs. Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, USA. Rob spent quite a while talking w/me and I hold that conversation close to my heart. I learned to play the bass to that record and have been playing ever since. Rob Grill always put the full effort into giving us the best he had in him, even as his body was falling apart on him the last decade or so. Rob retired at a relatively early age, married Nancy and picked a county outside Orlando known for its fishing (maybe not in that order.) Rob was awesome his music so special and when I last saw him play in Wilkes Barre Pa he acknowledged the Vietnam Vets in attendance. A fan of today's 'new country,' she digs mainstream/country-pop crossovers like Lady Antebellum and Sugarland and other artists that illustrate the genre's diversity. Our famous tropical lemonade, and much more. I loved hearing him perform "Let's Live For Today" live. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. God bless you Rob. His wife Nancy Grill released this statement on Monday: The difference is when you see R&B Grill out at festivals, ball games or special events, you will see Louis and Barbaras children running the show. Pharmaceutical companies reluctance to see their drugs used to execute people led to a shortage of the commonly used lethal injection drugs. he was one of famous musician with the age years old group. Dawson said Grill died in the arms of his wife, Nancy, as he listened to Live For Today, which Dawson said was his favorite Grass Roots song. Four death-row inmates in Tennessee sued the state in federal court last November to be executed by firing squad, arguing lethal injection was inhumane. A jury again convicted him and sentenced him to die. Writing your own material and creating albums, Grill said, wasn't as important. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. While in the hospital, he suffered from 2 strokes. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? He was a gentle, kind and humble man. My name is Gary but all the Japanese peopl called me Geddy. his net worth has been growing significantly in 2021-2022. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Houston, Texas. Should religious delusions keep Ron Lafferty from a Utah firing squad? SALT LAKE CITY Sharon Wright Weeks sometimes struggled with what should become of the condemned man who killed her sister and niece in one of Utahs most infamous murders. I saw Rob in concert once and I am so glad I got the chance to see and speak to him briefly. Sounded great, played great, and was gracious enough to pose for a photo with me after the show. The audio track features the Rob Grill-led Grass Roots on the third, and biggest, recording of the P.F. with lot of social media fan he often posts many personal photos and videos to interact with her huge fan base social media plateform. Make sure that the file is a photo. In 1979 Grill began a solo career however, during the 1980s an increased interest in nostalgic bands of the 1960s would draw him back to performing with the group which helped him claim his mark in music history. We also always supported: Cornerstone Hospice of Lake County, 2445 Lane Park Road, Tavares, FL 32778. Born Robert Frank Grill, he attended Hollywood High School and upon graduation began his career in the music industry with a position at American Recording Studios. They've sold over 30 million records. If youre on a jury, you dont know, Esplin said. He is a member of famous Soundtrack with the age 68 years old group. )at one of our concerts at Seaworld of Texas in San Antonio. Lafferty then launched into a tirade against the judicial system, called the judge a political punk and an idiot and told him to do what he had to do. While she grew up in Maryland, members her extended family which included the Sheehans and Strubingers lived in Jim Thope, Nancy Grill says. This is one of those people I will greatly miss. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. He was so humourous in his shows, especially with his jokes. Rob Grill was born on November 30, 1943 in Los Angeles, California, USA. Resend Activation Email. May he rest in peace. . It was a true pleasure to talk to him at the Allentown concert and to introduce him on stage, and I love his one comment to me about radio and music" Ned this was our culture now this is our kids history" I hope they read about us one day in a history book and not forget us!!! GRILL, ROBERT FRANK, 67, of Mount Dora passed away Monday, July 11, 2011 in Tavares, FL. I just feel a huge amount of relief.. Penny and Rob married in 1971, seperated in . Rock in Peace Rob. Our famous tropical lemonade, and much more. After suffering two strokes following the fall, each located in different parts of his brain, he fell into a coma. But he also has the number for All-American Rejects' Nick Wheeler on his cell phone, wrote the first story ever done on Jack's Mannequin and hung out in Wiz Khalifa's hotel room. I would see him several more times(last time 2007). View Source Suggest Edits Memorial Photos Flowers Created by: Southern Roots Added: 13 Jul 2017 Try again later. (CBS) Rob Grill, lead singer of The Grass Roots, died Monday. He was disappointed that the attorneys wouldnt wear them, too. He was reportedly listening to Live for Today on headphones as he died. Keith Grill Jr., left, and Rob Grill, owners of Gus Bock Ace Hardware stores, plan to expand their Dyer location, adding 6,000 square feet from the vacant dollar store adjoining their property. Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes said in statement Monday that the state has labored for decades to provide justice for Brenda and Erica Lafferty after the Lafferty brothers brutally murdered them. SO GLAD I WAS ABLE TO SEE & HEAR THEM PLAY RECENTLY AT RAMSHEADTAVERN. HIS MUSIC LIVES ON FOREVER. Twenty years later, he and his wife (Barbara Robinson), the B in R&B Grill, expanded their menu to include southern style foods full of great flavor and taste, fried chicken, fish, shrimp, pork chops, collard greens, mac and cheese. Rob Grill of The Grass Roots died early Monday. Listed below are links to weblogs that reference: CD Review: Eilen Jewell cooks up fresh, unique mix in 'Queen of the Minor Key', Happy Togther Tour in Bethlehem offers 1960s songs, feel, but not fan reaction , Grass Roots singer dies hours before SteelStacks show; group plays tribute set, https://www.typepad.com/services/trackback/6a00d8341c4fe353ef01538fd35f6b970b, Pioneering, platinum-selling heavy metal group to play area arena, Sands Bethlehem Event Center to kick off fall season with free classic rock show, Blues great who canceled ArtsQuest fest in 2012 says he'll play Musikfest Cafe in 2015. My prayers and thoughts are w/his family and other loved ones.May our Lord give them strength and comfort at this time. I am so sad to hear of his passing. Grill sang on. he was just a regular guy. I prayed for Rob to get well. Failed to remove flower. Here are some interesting facts about Rob Grill: * His Star sign is Sagittarius and zodiac sign element is Fire. So, how much was Rob Grill networth at the age of years old? Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? FBI agents later arrested them in Reno, Nevada. One expert said that if he was guilty of faking anything, he was guilty of pretending to be normal when he was not. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Need help finding Rob? Grill decided to form his own band and under the guidance of. They were consistent and Rob Grill had a great voice live and in the studio. I am a Vietnam Vet that will never forget him or his great music we are so blessed to have him as long as we did. That the wheels of justice turn so slowly in cases like this is cruel and tragic. Also learn how He earned most of Rob Grill networth? Thanks for the memories. The brothers, along with two drifters, then went to the first friends house, but no one was home so they broke in and left. But at times, youll hear some soul and jazz.. Ray says lethal injection has endless problems with getting the drugs from especially European pharmaceutical companies, and any new drug cocktail would face a court challenge. I love their songs! He'd been suffering from the after-effects of a fall. During his incarceration on death row, the state had him committed to a psychiatric hospital for over a year based on his mental illness and incompetence to stand trial. Learn about Rob Grill Net Worth, Biography, Age, Birthday, Height, Early Life, Family, Dating, Partner, Wiki, and Facts. At the time of his death he survived by his large extended friends and family. "Midnight Confessions" was also a great song. Rob sun sign is Sagittarius and his birth flower is Chrysanthemum. In his most recent prison photo, he had his head on a pillow in a bed. Family members linked to this person will appear here. I am so depressed to hear about Rob Grill. He was 67. Ron and Dan Lafferty were both convicted of the deaths in separate trials in 1985. I got to speak to Rob on the phone one day while working for a major airline and he thanked me for being a fan for so long. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. The well-honed British influenced pop, was their bread and butter and the Top 40 was where they focused.. We recommend you to check the complete list of Famous musician. JODI DUCKETT: As The Morning Call's assistant features editor responsible for entertainment, she spends a lot of time surveying the music landscape and sizing up the Valley's festivals and club scene. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Ron Lafferty pictured at his sentencing hearing from retrial on April 16, 1996. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. Gary James' Interview With Rob Grill Of. The band was good, but without Rob it just wasn't, and will not be the same. we grew up listening to his music and went to see them every year at westbury music fair. Christian Leigh Grill was the son of Rob Grill, the longtime lead singer (bass player) and a very nearly original member of the Grass Roots, the immensely popular rock group of the 1960s and afterward. Ron Laffertys conviction was overturned on appeal and he went on trial again in 1996. 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