Lily Fern Weatherford? All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. Paoli . ---and was touring the country as a soloist before his death on May 28th 1994 - info via Scott Evans. Cloid and Debbie both were in the group in ?? The last piano player hired by Earl.last known to be in Bartlesville OK. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. Here is my list of nine well known or famous actors that are Christian. [citation needed] They also worked in collaboration with evangelist Rex Humbard between 1953 and 1963. person will not be tolerated. Before joining the W's he was a member of the Klaudt Indian Family. But in Christ, we have the strength to get through it. He passed away in 1991 in Lakewood California just a few miles from where he had his first concert. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Singer,A Paoli, Oklahoma native, EARL WEATHERFORD raced home from school every day to listen to the Frank Stamps Quartet? 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! ?Foster Smith- Tenor after OD Barber Fullerton CAMarlin Sparks- Lead Last Known Location South Texas PastorGayle ( Tank ) Tacket- Lead Tenor Sang with the StatesmenChrist Church Choir, Nashville TNTommy Thompson- Lead after Harold Construction work Monrovia CARoy Tremble- Tenor- Lead Member of Cathedrals Ohio/Harold Turman Weatherfords 2nd Lead singerAV Wall- TenorJB Watson-Bass CaliforniaRaymond Weston- Weatherfords 1st baritoneLajuanna Murphy- Organ -Living in MissouriLaJuana Murphy (Brann) toured with the Weatherfords in 1969 (?) Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. Scattered thunderstorms developing after midnight. I still enjoy singing, but my heartbeat is the 160 children I have at the orphanage I helped start in the 80's in Thailand. was born November 25, 1928, in Bethany Oklahoma to a strict Nazarene family, Lily Fern Goble was a PK (preacher's kid). The Weatherfords were formed by husband and wife Earl Weatherford and Lily Weatherford, who began singing together in the mid-1940s in Long Beach, California, after their marriage in 1944. It ended up being a part of the Cathedrals publishing group when Haskell joined that group in 19?? And he lives with his wife Faye in Brooksville Florida.Dallas Holm-Lead BaritoneDallas was a member of the group for a very short time. Lillie was a gifted seamstress and she owned her own upholstery business for many years. Chris was married to Bill Shnee ( a top hollywood music producer. They literally moved form California with no definite home to come back to. I was in awe of him and your Mom when I met them because I had wanted to sing for them since I was 14 years old. Lets choose to remember these truths in moments of fear and pain. Danny Coker? Danny Koker- Piano Original Cathedral member Died in Las Vegas Nevada Farther of Danny Jr of Counts Customs of Las Vegas ( Counting Cars ) Tommy Anderson- Piano Pastored Victorville Assembly of God until his death in 200?Glen Beeler- PianoJack Bryson- Baritone Deceased North CarolinaRay Bressler- Bass Deceased San DiegoJoel Caldwell- Lead, baritone Atlanta GA Song writer and guitar.Joel was a joy. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. then on to work with Phil Cross and Poet Voices where he changed his name from Hofacker to Allen. David Engles-Lead, Living in Broken Arrow Oklahoma pastoring and has several radio stations throughout the country. 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. Southern Gospel News (SGN Scoops) Coastal Media - All Rights Reserved 2023. He had a unique style of playing and a personality that brought people to the stage after the concerts. A friendship that endures to this day. Lillie Weatherford. These conventions emphasized tight harmonies and vocal blending, even to the point of enunciation of words in the same accent. invitation to become an Imperial? ?? Receive updates on the latest issue of The Facts. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Bill Gaither- Piano/ Vocals. Sorry! Steve Weatherford was born in 1961 in Akron Ohio. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. It was said that Bill had to hire 3 people to take his place after he left. He lives in the area with his wife.Mark McLaughlin TenorMark was a rare tenor singer during the Trio years allowing Lily to take a lower part. Unknown. You can contact him through his website at theweatherfords.com. Try again later. To get better results, add more information such as Birth Info, Death Info and Locationeven a guess will help. ?Bob brought to the group a sound like no other. According to Lily, "Gospel Music was really big in California in those days, and we enjoyed huge crowns almost everywhere." C. M. Ward said of Jim " He Has A Good Mind and a Sound Heart, But No Connection In Between. Learn more about managing a memorial . Please try again later. Glen Payne, Danny Coker? She met Bill Weatherford and they married on March 3, 1960. Lily, Earl and Armond hit the road with Mack Evans? He met Debbie Mc Queen at a Gaither/Weatherford concert in ?? SHE played with the Weatherfords at the Grand Ole Gospel Reunion in ???? . A pastors son from Troy Illinois. THE WEATHERFORD TEAM ALUMNIlast updated informationSept 8 2016 This is the definitive roster of Weatherfords Alumni. There had to be few dry eyes after this performance, whichwas followed by very long applause.Near the end of the service, Bill Gaither came to the podium,accompanied by Kevin Williams on simple guitar, and sang a new song hehad written for Glen, "Lord Send Your Angels to Watch Over Me," ."wrap me in your sheltering arms," and the audience learned it and sangalong.In his closing remarks, Rev. That gave them five days for "Weatherford" business, a business that was making more demands on the ever popular group as Rex Humbard? Recently in touch with his family and are working on more information about Earl. Lillie was born on February 20, 1943 to Moscow and Lillender Boykin in Tuscumbia, Alabama. Although she had previously attended a couple of Sunday afternoon singing Schools, this was Lily Fern's introduction to quartet style Gospel Music. and was selected by Hovie Lister to be on his last album. He got them all together at the alter and showed them the way as a group. Little did he know that he was preparing his wife for her eventual career in The Weatherfords. hired from The Rangers? It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. Featured Obituary. The album was never made and Dallas did indeed serve in Vietnam. Lily knew of mixed groups such as The Speersfrom her Nazarene connection. 's ministry mushroomed. Sign up for service and obituary updates. George Younce: bass 19? Incredible Irish Kid's Dance Audition on Britai Comedian Explains Why You Dont Argue with The 3 Womens Hilarious Audition That Fooled Simon. and helped drive the bus to Glen Payne's funeral in Nashville TN/ Currently in Real Estate in the Dallas Texas area, Roy PauleyPaige Norman ( Perry )Ben Johnson.Mentorship Program:Paige NormanStacy BalesBen JohnsonNames in red are known deceased. Long Beach, Los Angeles County, California, USA. Throughout it all, Lily and Steve Weatherford? Roger WIles- Lead Son of A/G preacher O Neal Wiles.Went on to be a member of the Imperials and a lawyer and last known pastoring in Raleigh NCScott Pratt-Piano 2 time member The last piano player hired by Earl.last known to be in Bartlesville OK. Haskell joined the group with Tracy Dartt and Ken Williams , Tracy and Haskell wrote songs together. He then went on to work with the Homecoming tour with Bill Gaither. His testimony was given every night at the concerts and was touching. Awards presented to Lily Weatherford include 'Female Entertainer of the Year' for 1993 and The current group was presented 'Favorite Mixed Group' in 1993. Avery Oakes- PianoDorothy Jo Bright ( Payne)Weatherfords 1st Piano Player, Dorothy went on to be in her family group with Vernon. It was said that Bill had to hire 3 people to take his place after he left. Was in a group in the Dallas area called Thorns & Roses. Rex Humbard? You can always change this later in your Account settings. Earl Weatherford died in 1992. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. as baritone. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. Be Truthful. In an era that predated the quartet bus, this group tour the country in first class fashion in a 1948 Buick pulling a one-wheel trailer! and helped drive the bus to Glen Payne's funeral in Nashville TN/ Currently in Real Estate in the Dallas Texas area. They have a different look from a different era, kinda like Palmetto State, but their stage performance is strictly first class. If you forget it, you'll be able to recover it using your email address. He passed away in 1991 in Lakewood California just a few miles from where he had his first concert. I do not claim to be a writer, but here is my accounting ofthe facts concerning his funeral.====="Home-Going" -- In Celebration of the Life of Glen Weldon PayneHarold Timmons"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who lovehim, who have called according to his purpose. Get an email notification whenever someone signs the guestbook. Signup today! He left the group shortly after getting married and was in the Coast Guard for a time in Texas. Ben is one of the finest young men/ performers the Weatherfords have ever had and consider it an honor to have presented him on stage as one of the teamRoy Pauley- Album Credits Spirit Of The WestHas sung every part but Lily's and the Piano. Last known to be driving a tour bus professionally out of Nashville. Last known to be driving a tour bus professionally out of Nashville. Recently in touch with his family and are working on more information about Earl. Unknown.Curtis Pitman North Carolina.Eric Curtis-Worked with Wendy Bagwell and then Masterpiece for a short time. In those days, afternoon singing conventions were a common occurrence. Steve is planning to continue in some form. were added. Wrote a song almost every day. A life of full time touring finally took its toll when EARL WEATHERFORD died of congestive heart failure while on the road in Long Beach, California. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. 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. I saw him do it one time at Parker Memorial Baptist church in Lansing Michigan. Weatherfords 2nd Bass Singer Welder Deceased Southern California, Jim Holbrook- Piano, lead baritone Living in Michigan Album Credits-- more to follow. Out of that time his family was there came groups such as the Cathedrals and the Imperials along with several others. Lily Fern Weatherford is on Facebook. Create an Obituary. (whom Lily claims as a surrogate son) was hired as bass singer. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Create a password that only you will remember. 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. and went on to have 2 children Shawna and Chad. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. Now my ministry is raising money for missions. Click on Store Link above to order and for more information. Earl taught me how to sing correctly and how to carry myself on stage. During their "Ft Wayne" years, Armond Morales was drafted into the military and George Younce replaced him. Threats of harming another Low 67F. They were one of the west coasts most popular groups and was instrumental in helping with what would become one of the largest gospel music concerts to date in Victorville in 19?? in 2007Jim Hammel- lead 3 time memberAn amazing singer who in his younger days with Earl was a constant source of joy and irritation. After much prayer and thought, my years of traveling with the Weatherfords will be coming to a close at the end of May, 2013. Sang the lowest recorded note on a Weatherford album. There will be no services as per her wishes. Earl started the group in 1944 in Long Beach California after a stint as one of the Stamps touring group called Weatherfords/Stamps Quartet. accounts, the history behind an article. Receive updates on the latest issues of Brazos Monthly. One of the best vocal and parts teachers there is. Billy Brisindine-Lead Album Credit Listen To The Smooth Weatherfords. Over the past several years, there have been so many changes in the economy and and state of the country that it has become financially unfeasible for me to continue on in the same manner of ministry. Lily Fern Weatherford With All My Heart CD . In the 1950s, they recorded for RCA Victor. Album Credit Both Sides Of The River Earls last album and Weatherfords first CD, MORE TO FOLLOW. He had an amazing range and could sell a song. They were one of the west coasts most popular groups and was instrumental in helping with what would become one of the largest gospel music concerts to date in Victorville in 19?? Currently living near Springdale Arkansas. 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. Oops, something didn't work. She was followedby the Oak Ridge Boys with "Life's Railway to Heaven" acapella. His arrangements helped set the style of the group that is still followed to this day. Earls last piano player. One night Earl told me the record sales were more than they had ever been. Life is going to throw us some challenges. [1] She performed with the Weatherfords and retired in June 2013. i will be making our annual Florida tour that will last through . ??? they performed three live radio shows per day and sang in a church or concert nearly every n9ight. He is buried at the Paoli Oklahoma cemetery. December 18, 2022 (94 years old) View obituary. Piano Pastored Victorville Assembly of God until his death in 200? In 1999, Lily published an autobiography, With All My Heart. Jerry Lee Gunkel. This area had a lot of immigrants from other parts of the US due to the war and war economy. several Weatherfords opted for the security of a "regular job" so Earl and Lily had to form a new group. The Weatherford's list of impressive former members reads like a Who's Who of former and today's great Gospel singers. deceasedLast Known location Tulsa Ok Had a group called the Trumpteers out of Tulsa with Fulton Nash and Rosie RosellLes Roberson- Lead El Paso Texas. After much prayer and thought, my years of traveling with the Weatherfords will be coming to a close at the end of May, 2013. An older daughter did not take an interest in the quartet but son, Steve Weatherford? Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. One night alone in Indiana was responsible for leading over 40 people to Christ after a concert. Mrs. A Special Message from Lily Fern Weatherford January 12, 2013. Went to pastor in Bakersfield California, now living in Texas. After much prayer and thought, my years of traveling with the Weatherfords will be coming to a close at the end of May, 2013. Still currently on the road full time1944-2013 Lily Fern WeatherfordRetired after 70 years of touringNow living in Tulsa OK.1944-1991 EARL WEATHERFORD. Earl Had Lily sing The Ransomed One for him and Gloria and they like it. After moving " over the "grapevine" to Bakersfield in ???? Lily and Earl were married in 1945. Went on to join the Power Team and pastor as well. Mark and Kelly toured with the Weatherford and they both appeared at the National Quartet Convention with the W's in ?? He had an amazing range and could sell a song. 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 avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, I would appreciate it if you would support him as you have supported us with your love and prayers. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. So Scott would put on a post concert. The newly formed Imperials were on the same record label as the Weatherfords and the label decided to withhold the Weatherfords version until after the Imperials version was released. Originally from Minnesota, Tracy was a member of the Country Congregation of California before joining the W's in 19?? The Weatherfords were featured on Greystone Productions: The History Of Southern Gospel Music, that was featured on many PBS stations in the mid 1990s, as well as several of the early editions of the Gaither Homecoming Videos. David Kenny and his sister ?? In 1944, she met Earl Weatherford. i will be making our annual Florida tour that will last through . With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. in 1964. Steve has traveled with the group every since. Billy possesses a classic gospel music style with a slight bit of a cry to his voice that was pleasantly delivered. Join Facebook to connect with Lily Fern Weatherford and others you may know. There was a problem getting your location. Known to be living near Nashville TN. When he returned , he was influential in becoming one of Contemporary Christian music best loved performers and writers. did. ?with the group they founded " Forgiven ", A great song stylist can be heard on several Weatherford recordings The most notable being the "Come On Last Sing" album. Joseph William Dubey. His voice was almost a carbon copy of Armond Morales but much much lower. ), Cloid was Bill Gaithers first employee other than family as a bass player and a bus driver. It was Hoppy, Glen, Henry,or Danny, Him, and Armond. ???? Steve has been faithful to the Weatherfords for 37 years and he wishes to carry on. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. I saw him do it one time at Parker Memorial Baptist church in Lansing Michigan. His voice was reminiscent of the late great Jimmy Jones of the Harmonizing Four. Now living just north of Nashville TN. He went on to form his own California based group The Regents. In 1945, lead singer Harold Turman left the group. We wrote several on song the W's recorded. " After leaving the group his family toured for a while then he pastored a church in Aubery California for several years before gong back on the road with his family full time. ryan olson obituary idaho; american tomahawk company taiwan; linda moulton howe books pdf; the book of mormon movie; seymchan meteorite ring; alexi laiho guitar esp; star ocean 5 synthesis; spirit airlines food menu 2020; are kettlebells worth it reddit; the amazing world of gumball the grieving reaction; splat blue envy instructions; catholic . For nearly two hours, there was laughter, tears,excitement, stories of his life, great singing, and praising God, in avery worshipful atmosphere just as I believe Glen Payne would havewanted, and at the end, there was an altar call. Just a couple more member changes and the group would be set. I was pretty messed up in my life when he hired me. Mike went on to work with a group out of Mississippi ?? 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. He had heard The Weatherfords on the radio and extended them an open invitation to move to Akron and work at his church on his fledgling TV show. Pastor from Connersville IN. 1-20 of 2,354 Returning to the group after Earls death. Dale Ellis-Piano Clovis CA Pastor Foursquare Church. The latest news and hot topics trending among Christian music, entertainment and faith life. A Special Message from Lily Fern WeatherfordJanuary 12, 2013. Lillie is survived by her husband, Bill Weatherford; her children, Sherrie Chafin (Jimmy) and Billy Weatherford; brothers, Earl Boykin, Freeman Boykin, and Dannie Boykin (Rhonda); and sisters, Dorothy White, and Faye Duncan (Freddie). Private inurnment will be conducted in Bacon Chapel Cemetery in Lentner, MO. Steve has been faithful to the Weatherfords for 37 years and he wishes to carry on. ?Raye Roberson- piano Hemet California. Lily Fern Weatherford Retired at The Weatherfords Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, United States 29 connections I will be putting updates on my website, as well as on my Facebook page. [citation needed], https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=The_Weatherfords&oldid=1117299422, Pages using infobox musical artist with associated acts, Articles with unsourced statements from May 2020, Articles with unsourced statements from August 2017, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 21 October 2022, at 00:06. Bakersfield California.www.regentsquartet.comVideo -INTERVIEW WITH BILLYOne of the Weatherfords most unique singing voices. Was doing some solo work after leaving the W's. He was instrumental on helping arrange the Standing On Tradition album but left a few weeks before the sessions.Bill Wagner- :Lead To this day every one asks, Where is that real tall singer. Over the last 12 years, her poor body suffered one set back after another and on June 6, 2017 she was free from her earthly body and made whole again. You can contact him through his website at theweatherfords.com. He became a full time member on the 4th of July 1976. Show us what you can do"" The rest is Weatherford history. worked with the Imperials after a short time with the Weatherfords. Lily Fern Goble Weatherford (b. Calvary. Worked with Jimmy Swaggart in the 19? But not the first group to release it. Unknown. 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". Edit Search New Search Filters (1). I was in awe of him and your Mom when I met them because I had wanted to sing for them since I was 14 years old. Try again. ?Originally from Minnesota, Tracy was a member of the Country Congregation of California before joining the W's in 19?? ?One of the best known former members of the Weatherfords. Pastor from Connersville IN. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. She sang that song. It changed a little from time to time. retired. The Weatherfords last meeting with him was at the Grand Ole Gospel Reunion in 19?? They are currently living in Orlando Florida. All rights reserved. All these things have caused me to come to this decision.Steve is planning to continue in some form. was preaching in an old, refurbished theater in Akron, Ohio called Calvary Temple. Earl and Lily Weatherford were inducted into the Southern Gospel Museum and Hall of Fame in 2000. Weatherford Democrat - a place for remembering loved ones; a space for sharing memories, life stories, milestones, to express condolences, and celebrate life of your loved ones. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. was brought on board to fill that vancany. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. and Danny Coker?. lily fern weatherford obituary. Has sung every part but Lily's and the Piano. Is back on the road following a kidney transplant spring 2011Haskell Cooley-Piano Album Credits Listen To The Smooth Weatherfords.Haskel had a trio with his brothers The Cooley Brothers from Oklahoma. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. I turned 84 this past November, and have just celebrated my 70th year in full time ministry. Earl said he was the only guy he hired 3 times and fired twice. and then went on to work with Danny Gaither and went full time on the road in full time in ??? 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