Posted on 07/09/2024 1:25:40 PM PDT by Red Badger
Famous The Oak Ridge Boys singer Joe Bonsall died Tuesday at the age of 76.
The iconic country/gospel singer is believed to have died as a result of complications from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), according to a statement issued by the band on their official Instagram page. The band went on to cite the star’s many talents and accolades as they paid tribute to their friend, and band mate of 50 years.
“Joe was a member of the Grand Ole Opry and inducted into the Philadelphia Music Hall of Fame, the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, the Vocal Group Hall of Fame, and the prestigious Country Music Hall of Fame,” the band wrote.
They went on to talk about Bonsall’s many talents outside of the music realm, and touched on his deep love for his family.
“Joseph is also the author of 11 books including his latest, a memoir entitled I See Myself, which releases in November,” they wrote in their statement.
“Joe loved to sing. He loved to read. He loved to write. He loved to play banjo. He loved working on the farm. And he loved the Philadelphia Phillies,” they said.
“But Jesus and his family always came first—and we will see him again on the Promised Day.”
Rest In Peace, Joe Bonsall.
Singing with the Angels now!......................
Always enjoyed him singing “El Vira.”
RIP.
Giddy up oom papa mow mow....
I find it strangely ironic that I enjoyed his singing for so many years without knowing his name — until now. God bless all of the man’s loved ones.
He was a gem......we’ve loved the Oaks for years, and am so grateful that we saw them in concert a number of times.
We knew that he was failing, and now we know that he’s at peace.
William Lee Golden’s son Rusty died at his house in Hendersonville, Tennessee on July 1.
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He was a great talent. I got the feeling he was the “business” man in the quartet.
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