Obituary of Dennis Weaver

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Dennis Weaver

William Dennis Weaver (born June 4, 1924 in Joplin, Missouri) was a who was best known for his role as Chester Goode on the 1955-1975 American TV series, “Gunsmoke” and Sam McCloud on the 1970’s television series, “McCloud.” Dennis died on February 24, 2006 and his death was because of prostate cancer. He died at age 81.

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Dennis Weaver Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Weaver, Dennis
    • Common Name: Dennis Weaver
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Joplin, Missouri, United States
    • Birth Date: June 04, 1924
    • Age: 81 (at death)
    • Also Known As: William Weaver, Billy Weaver
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1950-2006
    • Religion: Vegetarian
    • Net Worth: $16 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Gray
    • Favorite Scent: Calvin Klein Eternity for Men
    • Favorite Actor: Jodie Foster

    Dennis's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: William Dennis Weaver
    • Father: Walter Leon "Doc" Weaver
    • Mother: Lenna Leora (née Prather)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Gerry Stowell (married 1945-2006, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Rick Weaver
      • Robert "Robby" Weaver (born April 8, 1953)
      • Rusty Weaver (born February 19, 1959)

Death Notice:

  • Date: February 24 2006 at age 81
  • Place: Ridgeway, Colorado, United States
  • Cause of Death: Prostate cancer (related complications)

Category Tags:

TV ActorFilm Actor American Born on June 4th Born in 1924 Born in Missouri Died in 2006 Died at age 81 Died from Prostate cancer

Dennis's Notable Roles:

  • Gunsmoke
  • McCloud

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-07-29 16:45:05
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