Currently residing in TN( Hendersonville ) and still performs with the Classic Imperials and well as solo work through the country. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. Returning to the group after Earls death. While the group was in the back of the church at the record table. This browser does not support getting your location. He went on to become a founding member of the Imperials when Jake Hess was looking to form a Statesmen style of performing group with a smooth singing style of the Weatherfords. What should they primarily do with the money. Lily soon tired of the constant replacements and in 1948 persuaded Earl to give her a regular singing position in the group. James was session player. We have set your language to Joseph William Dubey. There are many other actors that are lesser known that are Christian but we will save those for another article. ??? He also has sung with the Statemen QT the Blackwood QT. Bill was very complimentary to me.Man, it will take me a while to remember the songs I wrote. Armond last performed with the Weatherfords at their very last ( unknown at the time ) appearance at the National Quartet Convention. ?They were working as music leaders in a AG Church in Prescott AZ UNKNOWN. He was an original founding member of the Cathedrals in 1964. It was not unusual for him to walk five miles on a Sunday afternoon to attend a singing convention. Son of Dorothy Payne. Originally from Minnesota, Tracy was a member of the Country Congregation of California before joining the W's in 19?? Called to preach but was used of God for a little over a year. Last known to be driving a tour bus professionally out of Nashville. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. Lila Marie (Carroll) Weatherford, passed away May 23, 2021. Currently a photographer Living near Portland Oregon. Richard was singing with a group called The Gentry in Oklahoma City. ?s Also toured with Bill Gaither in the Trio days as well as working with his family group for many years. before it was over, he would spend 14 years of his illustrious career with the group. She is survived by her brother Ivan (DeEtte) Carroll of Clarence, MO; daughter-in-law Carol (Alans wife) of Eldon, MO, grand-daughter Robin Weatherford (h. Frank Mendoza) of Columbia, MO (great-grandsons, Zettye Brown and William Ayers and great-granddaughter Hanna Ayers), granddaughter Molly (Eric) Sappington of Oceanside, OR (great-grandsons Jack and Johnny); son Dale Weatherford of St. Augustine, FL, grandson Rex (Cathy) Weatherford of Shelbina, MO (great-granddaughters Caroline, Grace, Marley and great-grandson Wyatt), granddaughter Tatum (Jason) Bilbro of Ozark, MO (great-granddaughters Mirae and Mirielle); son Paul (Marlene) Weatherford of Kansas City, MO, granddaughter Whitney (James) Mueller of Arnold, MO (great-granddaughter Katie and great-grandson Andrew), granddaughter Alyssa (Edgar) Smith of Kansas City, MO (great-granddaughter Lucy and great-grandson Elliot), grandson Paul (Rachael) Weatherford of Chesterfield, MO (great-grandson Oliver); son Carl (Kim) Weatherford of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, grandson Duy Weatherford, grandson Luke (Tiffany) Weatherford of Ft. Smith, AR (great-granddaughter Adelyn and great-grandsons Dray and Dax), granddaughter Carly (Dustin) Collyge (and great-granddaughters Smith and Elle); as well as numerous nieces and nephews, both grand and great! Then back to pastoring in Ohio. Latest Obituaries. Earl and Lily Weatherford were inducted into the Southern Gospel Museum and Hall of Fame in 2000. Weatherfords on their very last appearance at the Grand Ole Gospel Reunion. Start uploading your Christian videos today! He got them all together at the alter and showed them the way as a group. Before moving to Lily's current city of Broken Arrow, OK, Lily lived in Paoli OK. Lily also answers to Lily Fern Weatherford, Lily F Weatherford and Lilly F Weatherford, and perhaps a couple of other names. Little did he know that he was preparing his wife for her eventual career in The Weatherfords. Unknown. Mrs. All the while, they still worked regular jobs. Lily Fern Goble Weatherford (b. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. He was writing songs and wrote several songs that went on to be hit songs such as The Last Sunday and God On The Mountain. I was pretty messed up in my life when he hired me. The shortest tryout ever. Topic: 'Home-Coming' -- In Celebration Of The Life Of Glen Weldon Payne(1 of 1), Read 5 times Conf: Southern Gospel Music From: HaroldTimmons (har@memorylanegospel.com) Date: Monday, October 18, 199909:52 PM I consider myself fortunate to have known Glen Payne for many years, andto have performed on the same stage with him and The Cathedrals. There are many more films and actors or actresses that do not exemplify good morals and character. Not the facts just the delivery. and then went on to work with Danny Gaither and went full time on the road in full time in ??? Altho Nathen came after Mike. as organist, when Earl Cox was pianist for the group. [citation needed] They also worked in collaboration with evangelist Rex Humbard between 1953 and 1963. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. ), Cloid was Bill Gaithers first employee other than family as a bass player and a bus driver. He went on to form his own California based group The Regents. are working harder than ever and are now enjoying some of the biggest personal accomplishments of their long career. Dale Rickards, 56 - May 22, 2020. now. and then sang back up for county artist Charlie Pride , there he formed a group called Dave & Sugar where he had several songs hit the county charts in 19?? Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Kevin Costley- Piano 2 time member Last known to be in Joplin MO Some great stories about Kevin to follow. he was seen on the nationally televised Old Time Gospel Hour program. (Oakland City TN ) with his wife Hazel do a very limited amount of concert every year as of 2005, One of the best known former bass singers of the Weatherfords. Cloid and Debbie both were in the group in ?? I turned 84 this past November, and have just celebrated my 70th year in full time ministry. Piano Pastored Victorville Assembly of God until his death in 200? I turned 84 this past November, and have just celebrated my 70th year in full time ministry. ??? To this day every one asks, Where is that real tall singer. Awards presented to Lily Weatherford include 'Female Entertainer of the Year' for 1993 and The current group was presented 'Favorite Mixed Group' in 1993. Many nights Scott could not even get to the product table with so many people crowding around his keyboard immediately after a concert. Let others know about your loved one's death. Threats of harming another Joel Caldwell- Lead, baritone Atlanta GA Song writer and guitar. Work is Lily's secret for success and The Weatherfords? Just a couple more member changes and the group would be set. Nathan started singing. Receive updates on the latest issues of Pulse Magazine. The only time that ever happened with the Weatherfords. Lily Fern Weatherford? Roy sang a song on the Spirit Of The West album and has made every appearance at the Grand Ole Gospel Reunion as well at the National Quartet Convention and First Baptist of Jacksonville Florida. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. Lily emphasized, "Ministry, no entertainment, was his first priority. December 15, 2022 (83 years old) View obituary. It was also at just such a singing that Earl met the beautiful sixteen year old Lily Fern Goble who would have profound influence on the group's future. He grew up listening to Gospel music and was heavily influenced by the male quartets. Emotional Young Singers Best Reaction to Being Beagle Snuggles Cat Friend to Watch Outside Wor Babys Adorable Fail at First Sledding Attempt, Adorable Capybara Hitches A Ride on Moms Back. Death unknown Burial. Anthem Lights Medley of The Best 2022 Radio Hi The Mountains of Mourne by Celtic Thunder. After leaving the Cathedral, his family went on the road singing Haskell lives with his wife.JoLee in Wichita KansasKen Williams- Lead Album Credits The Last Sunday. Throughout the late 1940's, The Weatherfords worked regular jobs and sang on weekends. Lily knew of mixed groups such as The Speers from her Nazarene connection. Still currently on the road full time 1944-2013 Lily Fern Weatherford Retired after 70 years of touring Now living in Tulsa OK. 1944-1991 EARL WEATHERFORD. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Weatherfords 2nd Bass Singer Welder Deceased Southern California, Jim Holbrook- Piano, lead baritone Living in Michigan Album Credits-- more to follow. ( Old Time Gospel Hour Trio ??) He then went on to work with the Homecoming tour with Bill Gaither. The group was working on material for an album when Dallas got a letter from the draft board informing him that he was invited to become a participant in the Vietnam War. However, there are actors that do live by faith. The Afters | 'Say Goodbye (Say Hello)' | Acoust Jason Crabb | 'Good Morning Mercy' (acoustic). Her singing style changed the sound of the group with 2 female singers on some of the songs. Marlin Sparks- Lead Last Known Location South Texas Pastor, Gayle ( Tank ) Tacket- Lead Tenor Sang with the Statesmen, - Lead after Harold Construction work Monrovia CA, Roy Tremble- Tenor- Lead Member of Cathedrals Ohio/, Harold Turman Weatherfords 2nd Lead singer, Raymond Weston- Weatherfords 1st baritone, Lajuanna Murphy- Organ -Living in Missouri. Henry Slaughter? December 18, 2022 (94 years old) View obituary. ??? Mark added an excitement to the sound with his ability to sing the high parts with power. Lily Fern Weatherford is on Facebook. They moved several times over the next few decades, to Fort Wayne, Indiana, Akron, Ohio, Fontana and Sacramento, California (as part of the staff of Calvary Temple), and Paoli, Oklahoma. He was driving a tour bus part time at the time of his death. He got them all together at the alter and showed them the way as a group. Joel was a joy. A visitation will be held from 1:30-2:30pm, and memorial services at 3:00pm all on Saturday, June 5th at Liberty United Methodist Church, 1001 Sunset Ave., Liberty, MO 64068. Earl taught me how to sing correctly and how to carry myself on stage. Wrote a song almost every day. It had a high ending that got an encore or two. She went on to work with Danny Gaither and then to form a group with her husband Cloid Baker. All these things have caused me to come to this decision. Earl Had Lily sing The Ransomed One for him and Gloria and they like it. For a short time, she moved to the piano when Cox left. When he returned , he was influential in becoming one of Contemporary Christian music best loved performers and writers. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Unknown.Curtis Pitman North Carolina.Eric Curtis-Worked with Wendy Bagwell and then Masterpiece for a short time. KirkTalley sang "Serenaded By Angels," David Ring sang "Victory In Jesus,"joined in by the "Homecoming Friends" Choir and the audience, followedby The Gaither Vocal Band with "I Believe In A Hill Called Mt. in 1964. Album Credits Standing On Tradition.Earl invited Bill to join the group as a piano player, after having been the first group to have recorded Bills song " He Touched Me". [1] She performed with the Weatherfords and retired in June 2013. answered Jake Hess?' In order to be closer to the center of Gospel music, and to take advantage of a radio contract, The Weatherfords ended up at WOWO in Fort Wayne, Indiana. It was recorded in Nashville at RCAs Studio B. was preaching in an old, refurbished theater in Akron, Ohio called Calvary Temple. "Prior to the organization of The Cathedral Trio, Glen sang with TheWeatherford Quartet from Akron Ohio during the late '50's and early'60's. Sixteen year old Armond Morales? par | Nov 28, 2020 | starbucks font google | check if date field is empty salesforce apex | Nov 28, 2020 | starbucks font google | check if date field is empty salesforce apex https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/19844943/earl-weatherford. God never let me forget it. It was Hoppy, Glen, Henry,or Danny, Him, and Armond. Lila was born May 16, 1925 in Shelby County, MO to Wayne Russell Carroll & Viola (Dahn) Carroll. They literally moved form California with no definite home to come back to. I saw him do it one time at Parker Memorial Baptist church in Lansing Michigan. One of the best vocal and parts teachers there is. Family members linked to this person will appear here. 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Lily knew of mixed groups such as The Speers from her Nazarene connection. After much prayer and thought, my years of traveling with the Weatherfords will be coming to a close at the end of May, 2013. $15, now $10.00 each inc. shipping! and went on to have 2 children Shawna and Chad. You have permission to edit this article. Church ministry is still their first love although they can be seen on many concert stages across America. I was pretty messed up in my life when he hired me. Resend Activation Email. You can always change this later in your Account settings. Billy Brisindine-Lead Album Credit Listen To The Smooth Weatherfords. In 1944, "in walked this tall, dark, handsome young man" [Earl Weatherford]. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. You are watching Lily Fern Weatherford - What a Precious Friend Is He [Live] on Godtube.com the largest video sharing platform offering online Christian videos with faith-based, family friendly content. Drag images here or select from your computer for Earl Weatherford memorial. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. [2], Steve Weatherford is still touring nationally doing upwards of 150 concerts per year. Copyright 2023, GodTube.com. The Weatherfords sang for Humbard on Sundays and filmed TV on Mondays. While there he worked as a soloist and also in a group with Don Norman and Robbie Hiner. His arrangements helped set the style of the group that is still followed to this day. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Lily, Earl and Armond hit the road with Mack Evans? He was born in Zaragoza . Kenny Payne- Piano, Bass , Lead, Baritone, Tenor, Driver, Mechanic . The shortest tryout ever. Steve has traveled with the group every since. 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