November 1950: Dr. Bob dies

16 Nov November 1950: Dr. Bob dies

The nurse in attendance stood by his bedside. Co-Founder of AA, Dr. Bob lifted his hand to the light, and with a final confirming glance he spoke, “you had better call the family, this is it.” Following Dr. Bob’s death, Earl T. was chosen to replace him as Trustee of the Alcoholic Foundation.