In 1985, McSpadden shifted from lead to baritone at the same time Bill Gaither shifted from baritone to bass, making way for the GVB's new lead singer Michael English. 13 Comments, Gospel singer and songwriter Gary McSpadden has died after a battle with pancreatic Cancer. He was. Gary's brother-in-law, Dino Kartsonakis, also added to the musical triumph, praising the Lord for His grace and mercy, and for God's ministry to so many people through Gary's tender heart, kind words, Godly and gifted singing, and powerful Christ-centered Gospel preaching.An obituary and news article was published, with the help of Gary's wife Carol, in the Branson Tri-Lakes News (courtesy):---------------------Performer, pastor Gary McSpadden dies at 77By Joshua Clark, Apr 21, 2020Gary McSpadden, singer, songwriter, TV personality, speaker, pastor of Faith And Wisdom Church, and longtime Branson resident, died following a battle with pancreatic cancer April 15 at the age of 77. Years later, Gary was an occasional guest on The PTL Club with Jim Bakker. Music Row reports that McSpadden died on Wednesday (April 15) after a battle with cancer. As most of you know Gary and I have been in Tulsa at the Cancer Treatment Center of America, his wife Carol posted. Gary Michael McSpadden January 26, 1943 - April 15, 2020 IN THE CARE OF Woodlawn-Roesch-Patton Funeral Home & Woodlawn Memorial Park Gary Michael McSpadden, age 77, born on January 26, 1943 to Helen and Boyd McSpadden passed away on April 15, 2020 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. McSpadden went on to produce television programs, including the Jubilee concert series filmed at Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Garys income mostly comes from and basic source was being a successful American singer and songwriter. Experienced the worst and only electrical storm of my life. Gary McSpadden was an American pastor, singer, songwriter, record producer, television host and motivational speaker. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Gary McSpadden was a man of many talents. 03:32 Composers: Gaither Vocal Band. Anderson Cancer Center, was announced by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys . Trigger 0. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. He and his sister Sheryl were two of the prettiest children you ever saw. LOCATION. 8:32 am. [3], In 1962, at the age of 18, McSpadden caught the attention of Hovie Lister, manager of The Statesmen, and sang with the group while lead singer Jake Hess was on medical leave. Remember Which Country Music Hall of Famers Passed on Achy Breaky Heart? Required fields are marked *, Notify me of follow-up comments via e-mail. Sterling Whitaker Published: April 17, 2020. what connection type is known as "always on"? He lived what he sang about and preached.i knew him from when his parents were affliated with The Pentecostal Church of God when Gary was a young. Due to extenuating circumstances with Covid 19 we are working on plans for a celebration of life at a later date. Gary McSpadden (January 26, 1943 April 15, 2020) was an American pastor, singer, songwriter, record producer, television host and motivational speaker. Gary has been battling cancer along with other complications over the last several weeks. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. We knew this week that God had a plan and his healing would be here on earth or in heaven, Carol wrote. McSpadden was a former member of The Oak Ridge Boys, The Imperials, The Gaither Trio, and Gaither Vocal Band, with musical roots in quartet music and southern gospel. Gary has been battling cancer along with other complications overthe last several weeks. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. McSpadden grew up in Lubbock, Texas, in a musical family. He also opened Southern Gospel Sundays at the Americana Theatre in 2004.Throughout the last two decades of his life, McSpadden focused on teaching and preaching, and was best known locally as a pastor at Faith And Wisdom Church.He was inducted into the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame, as well as the Texas Gospel Music Hall Of Fame. He replaced singer Jake Hess who was on leave from the group for medical reasons at that time. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. [9] He pastored Faith and Wisdom Church in Branson, Missouri, teaching faith, wisdom and obedience to the Bible. At the time of his death he survived by his large extended friends and family. Gary first began pursuing a solo career in 1979, and by 1988 began solely focusing on a career as a solo artist that resulted in 16 solo albums. April 3, 2022 @ Gary McSpadden Height and Weight. Drag images here or select from your computer for Rev Gary Michael McSpadden memorial. I never heard that name until this article- looks like he had a pretty good career doing what he wanted to do. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. This has been a quick and difficult journey we have been on. His father and mother, Boyd and Helen McSpadden, were songwriters, and Boyd was also the pastor of Faith Temple in Lubbock, where Gary began singing from an early age. American gospel music legend, singer, producer, and pastor Gary McSpadden has died at the age of 77 in Tulsa after battling cancer. [10], McSpadden began his solo career in 1979 with his album Higher Purpose. We knew this week that God had a plan and his healing would be here on earth or in heaven. Our deepest condolences to the McSpadden family. Next was the Oak Ridge Quartet, that soon thereafter became who we know now as the Oak Ridge Boys. Some of his most popular songs include Jesus Lord To Me, No Other But The Name of Jesus, Hallelujah Praise The Lamb and more. I think Jake's doctor convinced him that he might die if he stayed on the road and Gary probably didn't want to continue with the group after Jake had decided to leave. So, if Southerners are talking about it, Rebecca is covering it. passed away Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007, at the Point Lookout Nursing & Rehab Center in Hollister, Mo. He also produced and starred in several live music shows in the Branson area during the 1990s and 2000s. Before McSpadden was a member of The Imperials, he joined a gospel group named The Oak Ridge Quartet. GREAT NEWS! McSpadden died on Wednesday April 15th at the Cancer Treatment Center of America in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was a singer, songwriter, producer, TV host, motivational speaker, and pastor. I know how she feels for I lost my husband a little over a year ago. In his later years he and his wife, Carol, headed up the Faith and Wisdom Church in Branson, Mo. Years ago his wife had cancer and he asked for prayers for her. In 1976, he and his father Boyd McSpadden aired a series of programs in Fort Worth, Texas from the church they pastored. He's was a leader in. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Rev Gary Michael McSpadden I found on Findagrave.com. 5:47 pm, Knew the McSpaddins personally from the PCofG. [14], In January 1999, McSpadden began to host a new live music show at Silver Dollar City called Gospel Jubilee. James C. McSpadden, aged 62, who immigrated to the United States, in 1913. McSpadden passed away on Wednesday, April 15th at the Cancer Treatment Center of America in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was transferred there from Cox Hospital in Springfield, Missouri, and before his death he suffered some severe complications including a stroke. The Texas singer was inducted three times into the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame, in 1998, 1999, and 2000. This is a carousel with slides. This has been a quick and difficult journey we have been on. Gary is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Carol McSpadden; children, Michelle Smith (Ron) and Shawn McSpadden; grandchildren, Chase Smith, Cole Smith, Carley Smith, Taylor McSpadden, and Brooks McSpadden; and sister, Cheryl Kartsonakis (Dino). We are sad to report that former Oak Ridge Boy, Gary McSpadden died on April 15, after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Bill and Gloria Gaither took to their Facebook page to share memories of their dear friend. Les Coughran This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. The family will receive friends at the HULSE & ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 75 Church Street, St. Catharines (905-684-6346) on Sunday, February 12, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Monday, February 13, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. with interment to follow at Maple Lawn Cemetery. Remember Rodney Crowells Version of the Oak Ridge Boys Elvira? Gary McSpadden - Because He Lives [Live] Gaither Music TV 2.91M subscribers 86K views 10 years ago Gary McSpadden - Official Video for 'Because He Lives [Live]', available now! By the early 2000s Gary had become a fixture of the Branson, Missouri Gospel scene, and mentored numerous artists, including Lauren Mascitti, who Saving Country Music recently featured. Former Member of the Oak Ridge Boys, Gary McSpadden Has Died April 17, 2020, 2:44 PM A major voice of gospel music, Gary McSpadden will always be remembered. 8:49 pm, Ann Stokman Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. 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He was also a soloist, songwriter, producer, television host, speaker and pastor of the Faith and Wisdom Church in Branson, Missouri. 11:33 pm. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. cemeteries found in Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. April 18, 2020 @ McSpadden grew up in a musical family. He was transferred there from Cox Hospital in Springfield, Missouri, and before his death he suffered some severe complications including a stroke. The photo here is the same photo of Steve that also died. Failed to report flower. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. Singing News is a part of the Salem Media Group, Americas leading radio broadcaster, Internet content provider and magazine and book publisher targeting Christian audiences. McSpadden died at a hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma on April 15, 2020 of pancreatic cancer, aged 77. We will be communicating those plans as they develop. [6], In 1977, Mcspadden joined Bill And Gloria Gaither in The Bill Gaither Trio, replacing Danny Gaither. Servios. Anthony Burger. Singer/songwriter Gary McSpadden, whose music career includes time performing as part of vocal groups including The Statesmen Quartet, Oak Ridge Boys, Imperials, Bill Gaither Trio and Gaither Vocal Band, died April 15 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, following a battle with pancreatic cancer. Si vous souhaitez personnaliser vos choix, cliquez sur Grer les paramtres de confidentialit. He has produced albums for many groups. Thanks for your help! We knew this week that God had a plan and his healing would be here on earth or in heaven. McSpadden recorded a total of three albums with the Oaks before he left and devoted his time to The Imperials.