Longtime tour manager Robert "Bob" Dallas, who has worked with GODSMACK, LINKIN PARK, EVANESCENCE, SLAYER, SCORPIONS, MASTODON and EXTREME, among others, passed away on Monday, February 4.

The news of Dallas's death was confirmed by his son, Robert, who wrote on Facebook: "I am saddened to say that my Father, Bob Dallas, passed away early Monday morning. He had been sick for the past few years but it was still sudden and unexpected.

"I would like to thank anyone who has been present during his illness, helping out or just lending an ear. The world certainly seems less bright and I will miss his smile, compassion and so much more.

"We are going to have a Celebration of Life on Sunday, February 17th in Clearwater, FL with more details will follow. He touched a lot of people and If you are able to attend I would love to hear your Bob stories (everyone has one!).

"I can't thank everyone enough for their ongoing support and good thoughts during this trying time."

EXTREME commented on Dallas's passing, writing on Facebook: "It brings us great sadness to report that Bob Dallas has passed away. Bob was not only our Tour Manager but a true member and integral part of the EXTREME family. To hear Bob.. was to know Bob. His voice was as big as his personality and his heart was even larger. Our deepest condolences go out to to his [son] Robert Dallas and his immediate family. We love you /b>Bob. The road will never be the same without you. 5 MINUTES BOYS... ARE YOU READY!!!"

Hi everyone, this is Robert, Bob’s son. I am saddened to say that my Father, Bob Dallas, passed away early Monday... Posted by Bob Dallas on Tuesday, February 5, 2019

It brings us great sadness to report that Bob Dallas has passed away. Bob was not only our Tour Manager but a true member and integral part of the Extreme family. To hear Bob.. was to know Bob. His voice was as big as his personality and his heart was even larger.

Our deepest condolences go out to to his some Robert Dallas and his immediate family.

We love you Bob. The road will never be the same without you. 5 MINUTES BOYS... ARE YOU READY!!! Posted by Extreme on Wednesday, February 6, 2019