Famous Graves - The Gravesite of Grand Ole Opry Founder George Hay

[@cherylyunker4949]

From the George D. Hay Society web page: "George Dewey Hay was born in Attica, IN on November 9, 1895. After serving in the Army in World War I, he moved to Memphis, TN and became a reporter for the Memphis Commercial Appeal. One of his recurring assignments was to cover the city court beat. This led to a humorous column he published called “Howdy, Judge”, based on the dialogue between judges and those charged with petty crimes. His column was released in book form in 1926. This led to him earning his famous nickname, the “Solemn Old Judge,” never mind the fact that he never had any legal training and thus never served as a judge, was only 30 years old at the time, and was a frequent jokester."

[@Whittdocs]

Thanks so much for sharing this!

[@johntaylor1886]

I watched the video of your grandpa it made me think of my own grandpa October 1st 1941- February 29 2012

[@johntaylor1886]

He was the best guitar player I knew

[@Whittdocs]

I still miss my grandpa greatly. Thanks for watching.

[@johntaylor1886]

@@Whittdocs I know how it feels

[@TheGraveyardChannel]

So surprising that he didn't want to be buried near the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. What a neat life he had. Loved the visit, Whitt!

[@Whittdocs]

That’s true. One would think that he would want to be buried there. Thanks for watching, Steve. I’ve been out of town so I have some catching up to do on your videos.

[@kellark]

Hey Chris. Thanks for posting this. Ive seen shows at both homes of the Grand Ole Opry (Ryman and the current one) so its real kewl to learn about the guy that started it all.

[@Whittdocs]

Thanks Ken! I appreciate you watching as always.

[@matthewwhitt9398]

Chris, we are on a family vacation and stopped at the cemetery in Montgomery, Alabama. Of course Hank Williams grave is a must see but the entire cemetery is amazing with many historical figures are buried. I went to the cemetery in Lansing, MI and it was also amazing.

[@Whittdocs]

I would love to visit Hank Williams grave. I’m in Michigan right now filming. Do you remember the name of the cemetery?

[@matthewwhitt9398]

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[@jerrysullivan4636]

Such a beautiful place to visit and reflect. Thanks Chris!!!

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you so much for watching.

[@BriannaS5297]

One of my favorite channels! Thank you!

[@Whittdocs]

I really appreciate that. Thank you for all of the support.

[@brendashaw2035]

All your videos are amazing. Lots of history I have not been aware of. Thank you

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you for watching!

[@jeanaesamuel47]

This is so very cool!!!💙💙❤❤

[@marcieconant5559]

I never knew who started the Grand Ole Oprey. Thank you for researching and sharing this.

[@cynthiareische2042]

Once again you have made another video that l enjoyed. I love country music also. It’s a beautiful cemetery and l look forward to seeing more stories you have from the cemetery. I have brought this up before you have a wonderful speaking voice that keeps you interested in the stories you bring to us. They also are very interging. Thank you for being such wonderful videos.

[@Whittdocs]

That is so kind of you to say. Thank you so much. I really appreciate your support.

[@cridgeway666]

Very interesting. I enjoyed learning more about the founder of the Grand Ole Opry.

[@Whittdocs]

I’m glad that you enjoyed. Thank you.

[@stephenogley9655]

Thank you for sharing this with us Chris, i did know about Mr George Hay with being brought up on country music by my Dad who once said that George Hay created Grand Ole Opry but it was nice to understand a little more on him through your Vlog and we always seem to learn more through you, this is what i like from across the pond in UK

[@Whittdocs]

I’m so glad that you liked the video. Thanks Stephen for all of your support.

[@timdaugherty5921]

Great place!! Love music history and thanks Chris! you are awesome~

[@Whittdocs]

That’s so kind of you to say, Tim. I appreciate that.

[@karolinesmail489]

Great history ...it's on my list to see the ol opery one day

[@Whittdocs]

It’s a wonderful show. I hope you get to see it.

[@debbieblaylock9997]

One of my favorite channels . Thank you. I love your videos

[@Whittdocs]

This means so much to me. Thank you.

[@lesliehackney7519]

Thanks for another interesting video. I actually got to go to the Opry at the Ryman when we were stationed at Ft. Campbell. I listened to WSM all the time. I missed that when we moved onto our next post.

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you so much for sharing. The Ryman is an amazing theater.

[@CathyHendrix1]

Really enjoyed this. Glad to have you in my great state! I live much closer to your home state...in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts. of Southwest Virginia. Looking forward...as always...to your next video! God Bless!

[@Whittdocs]

That is such a beautiful area. I would love to make it back there.

[@CathyHendrix1]

@@Whittdocs Come on out anytime! Would love to meet you and treat you to lunch!

[@Whittdocs]

That’s so kind of you!

[@ardensinn6004]

Great presentation. Like your style.💜

[@Whittdocs]

I appreciate that. Thank you.

[@Mrswhitt_to_you]

I love seeing your face in the videos. ❤️

[@Whittdocs]

You’re the best.

[@cookielady7662]

Great video. I always learn something when watching your famous grave videos and enjoy them a lot. Having said that, I hope you will do more videos from country cemeteries and/or show us graves of the non-famous. I'm an amateur genealogist, the reason I originally got interested in cemeteries. I'm always looking for surnames connected to my family tree in cemeteries, particularly in KY, TN, VA, and NC. TFS with us! ~ Betty

[@Whittdocs]

I definitely plan to do more county cemetery tours! Thank you for watching.

[@dsinavich5141]

Hi! Beautiful cemetery! Very interesting piece of history. Nice vlog as always. Stay cool and keep on vlogging your famous vlogs! Deborah..... Winnipeg, Canada

[@Whittdocs]

I appreciate that so much. Thanks for all of your support

[@jamestakacs]

Love your programming. Ever do a show on the Royalty of The Grand Ole Opry? Meaning people like Mr. Acuff. You know when The Opry was on The Nashville Network that was part of my Saturday night. Opry Backstage. The Grand Ole Opry. The Statlers. I enjoyed it. Then it went away. Thank you

[@Whittdocs]

I actually have. I took a trip to Nashville a while back and filmed. I visited Mr. Acuff and have a video from that visit. Thanks for watching.

[@apsql5896]

Awesome

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Thank you so much.

[@kevinlowery3107]

So interesting never knew that. Always great to see your videos

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I appreciate that. Thank you so much.

[@mandystinson4925]

Very informative videos thank you

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I appreciate you watching

[@beverlyrabinowitz7199]

Thank you I did not know this

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you so much for watching.

[@davidmckinney6577]

Hello my good buddy 👍 a real Kentucky gentleman you are my good friend.. good to see you again I remember hearing about George it looks very peaceful there I hope you have a wonderful blessed night and day tomorrow my friend 🙏 god bless you my friend Arnold 🐕 said hello buddy and he is doing pretty good a little over a thousand dollars for a couple of tests done on him to check him out turned out he does have a enlarged heart but he is getting older and he has to loose thirty pounds as soon as possible or I won't have him much longer so me and his Drs got together and we got him on a very strict diet and hopefully get him back on track.. take care buddy and God bless you my friend is my sincere prayers 🙏 for you and your family 🙏

[@Whittdocs]

Hello David. Hope things are going good. I hope for the best for Arnold. I appreciate all of your support.

[@waltersmith6437]

Is Forest Lawn Cemetery part of Evergreen Cemetery?? The sign behind you said Evergreen. Your channel is great.

[@Whittdocs]

No. That’s just my studio. Thank you so much for watching!

[@rezaardiansyah9144]

Nice video. 👍👍

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you so much.

[@shelbychambers307]

My grandfather was from Tennessee he was an Acuff Roy Acuff was his cousin they used to have a reunion but since the virus I don't know

[@Whittdocs]

I actually visited him in one of my videos.

[@DavidSmith-fs6pi]

The Solemn Old Judge

[@Whittdocs]

I just love that nickname.

[@Lilaa86]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@Whittdocs]

Thanks for watching.

[@SurfCityBill]

I assume he had a close relationship with the Carter Family and all the other notable acts back in the day.

[@Whittdocs]

I would say that you’re right.

[@camplife7698]

Hi Chris. On your older videos, the audio is very messed up just letting you know. This video on KZbin sounds like your Mickey mouse.

[@aprylrittenhouse4562]

I forgot i was subscribed. I looked at all of your content and im gonna stay. Because you dont focus on grizzly child murders every week. Like another person whose face and channel i want to forget. His material is so triggering. Its not a peaceful walk thru the cemetary. Thankyou for decent content.

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you so much for watching. Yeah, I focus on the history of those that I visit and so general cemetery tours. I’m not a channel that focuses on the gory stuff. If there’s history there, I’ll tell it and move on. I want people to enjoy my channel and be able to watch it and relax. So thank you for noticing that. Have a great day!