Joe Bonsall, the veteran tenor best known as a member of The Oak Ridge Boys, has died. He was 76.
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The iconic country and gospel group confirmed Bonsall’s passing in a statement, saying the musician died on Tuesday, July 9, due to complications from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). His family also released a separate message to share the news with fans.
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“Joe loved to sing. He loved to read. He loved to write,” the statement read. “He loved to play the banjo. He loved to farm. And he loved the Philadelphia Phillies. But Jesus and his family always came first — and we will see him again on Promised Day.”
Before his death, he reportedly requested that no funeral be held for him. Donations can instead be sent to the Vanderbilt Medical Center’s Center for ALS Research and Neuroscience or the ALS Association.
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Bonsall is survived by his wife Mary Ann, daughters Jennifer and Sabrina, two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The grieving family has asked the public to respect their privacy.
CMA Country Music, musicians, fans and Bonsall’s colleagues paid tribute to him online following the loss.
It is with great sadness that we learn of the passing of Country Music Hall of Fame member and CMA Award winner Joe Bonsall. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/AaIlVGdX7v
— CMA Country Music (@CountryMusic) July 9, 2024
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Bonsall’s death came after he announced his retirement from touring with The Oak Ridge Boys. He sat down with People at the time to share that he had to step back to prioritize his health in the years following his diagnosis, something he did not disclose at the time.
“Many of you know that I have been struggling with a slow-onset (over four years now) neuromuscular disorder. I have now reached the point where I can no longer walk so I am essentially retired,” he said in January. “It has been so difficult. It has been an amazing 50 years and I am grateful to all the Oak Ridge Boys band members and staff for their continued love and support throughout.”
He worked with The Oak Ridge Boys for over 50 years and became a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Grand Ole Opry. Before his death, he was inducted into the Philadelphia Music Hall of Fame and the Gospel Music Hall of Fame.
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