Mark Chesnutt Mourns Bandmate Dave Sirmon | Huntsville News

Huntsville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 7, 2026 · 1m

Mark Chesnutt mourns the sudden passing of his longtime bandmate and bassist Dave Sirmon, who died on tour while playing music with Chesnutt’s band — a quiet, joyful force behind the scenes who made every show run smoother and brought endless positivity to the road. Sirmon, a two-year fixture in the band, was described as a dependable friend and “perfect country gentleman” whose humor, reliability, and unwavering optimism left a deep mark on everyone he touched. Chesnutt and Sirmon’s wife, Louise, shared heartfelt tributes, honoring Sirmon’s legacy as both a musician and a man who will…