Posted on 09/26/2012 6:31:12 AM PDT by John W
BRANSON, Mo. -- Legendary crooner Andy Williams, has died, his publicist confirmed this morning. Williams had been battling bladder cancer. He died at his home in Branson.
Paul Shefrin issued this statement:
Legendary singer Andy Williams passed away last night (Tuesday) at home in Branson, Missouri following a year long battle with bladder cancer, it was announced by his family. Williams, 84, who also had a residence in La Quinta, California, is survived by his wife Debbie and his three children, Robert, Noelle and Christian. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network. For information go to http://www.bcan.org
I just loved Moon River.
I grew up watching his shows. Mom had all his albums.
This is so sad. We loved Andy Williams. A true class act.
His style of singing is gone and the words that he sang are no longer written. What a pity. RIP Mr. Williams.
Rest in peace Mr. Williams.
Given the recent Neil Young/Neil Armstrong mixup, are we sure it wasn’t Andy Samberg who died?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=duwklfM7Qg8
Andy Williams & The Osmonds - Lida Rose (1964)
Introducing a very young Marie Osmond
Thanks for the memories, Andy. RIP
I juust read you post to my sister. She is a huge Andy Williams fan and it almost brought her to tears. He is a true loss. Thanks for posting and I hope you and yours are all great!
S&G, Andy Williams - Scarborough Fair / Canticle - Live
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c_T7HgZKZjo&feature=related
Andy Williams with Peter, Paul & Mary - Kisses Sweeter Than Wine
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06k2rr6iRBs
Garota de Ipanema, Jobim & Williams
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zfvECcCmAvA
RIP.
I couldn't agree more with Ronald Reagan's sentiment that Andy Williams' voice is a national treasure. I had hoped a while back to get to Branson in time to see him perform in person, but now it is not to be.
Oddly enough, I'm currently visiting Toronto and saw a really interesting sunset tonight. Maybe that "Canadian Sunset" was Andy saying goodbye.
Rest in peace, Mr. Williams.
I am so sorry that I didn’t see your beautiful reply until now.. Thank you, and I am so pleased that your sister enjoyed my experience with this fine man.. Take care my dear FRiend.. Carlo
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