Remembering Joe Bonsall from The Oak Ridge Boys

We are saddened to hear of the passing of country music legend Joe Bonsall. He was a member of The Oak Ridge Boys for more than 50 years and was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Gospel Music Hall of Fame with the group. We were honored to have him stop by Larry's Country Diner with The Oak Ridge Boys over the years and are honored to share this collection of great songs to remember him.
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[@jasonenyart1773]

Joe's faith has made him whole.

[@JC-Loves]

Amen.

[@752brickie]

Amen it surely did like I said he is Singing tonight better than ever before the Throne of Almighty GOD! We really was a true man of GOD!

[@joburkham8890]

My mom died a year ago . She had the biggest crush on Joe . Now she'll finally get to meet him .😍

[@briankady1456]

The Oak Ridge Boys were a part of my childhood memories. Rest in peace, Joe Bonsall.

[@keithhudson1358]

Mine too.

[@karenmartin4221]

Mine too! I hope my parents are getting to hear him sing with the Heavenly choir!#RIP #JoeBonsall

[@user-ys9mp1br6c]

Sadly he was the youngest in the group

[@valeriegarcia6081]

Mine too😥

[@fireguymel]

The Oak Ridge Boys and the Statler Brothers were go to music at my grandparents

[@heathertews7613]

Praying for Mary Ann and Joe’s Daughter’s and Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren and Joe’s Sister and Duane and William Lee and Richard at this time such a sad 😞 day Joe will be greatly missed he will be rejoicing with Rusty and Norah Lee Singing in the Choir Praising Jesus no more Pain. 🙏🏻

[@DianneYoung-x8l]

Is Nira Duanes wife

[@plumberroy]

In 1983 I was i young guy working in truck stop on midnights. On lunch break 3:30 a m . Joe Bonsall played a couple of games of Joust with me, got a picture and everyone signed it for my wife. I only spent 30 minutes around Mr Bonsall,vut it was long enough to know that he was a true gentleman thak you for a memory

[@dougbeer2697]

Joe was one sweetest people. He was always friendly and truly loved his fans. It is sad to hear that we have lost him but God just added another great singer to the heavenly chior.

[@jameshoward8219]

Rest in peace Joe one of the best tenor singers of all time you will be truly missed praying for the family and friends 🙏🙏

[@barbaragates9659]

I met him in person and Las Vegas backstage. My husband’s daughter was married to Dewey Deaux who played saxophone in the band. All of them were very nice. Joe brought so much happiness to so many people it will be forever remembered.

[@jerrywatson7176]

I met Joe one time and he was a down to earth man, He knew who he was and put on no Airs , He will be missed a great deal.

[@johnharris3362]

Several years ago we saw them at the Rutland fair and before the show people were up close next to their bus visiting with them and like you said down to earth.

[@elainesimons9079]

Oakridge Boys and Statlers were my favorites. You just can't match them. To all who have gone now and before,,,you are missed.😢❤

[@lhager52]

A quartet that could sing almost anything and make it sound great! And Joe Bonsall was a huge part of it! RIP Joe!

[@davidtasler5700]

Rest In Peace Joe 🙏 Sending prayers for his family and the Oak Ridge Boys 😢❤

[@andrewpartain4832]

Rest in peace Joe Bonsall. You will be sorely missed.

[@lynnf3337]

I don't have the words to express just how sad the news of Joe's passing made me. His voice was unmistakable and such a joy to listen to. My heart goes out to his family and legions of fans. Rest peacefully, Joe Bonsall... 🙏🏻

[@claylyons6447]

The Oaks and The Statler Brothers....my 2 favorite country quartets growing up in the 1970's. Thanks Joe for your hard work and dedication to country and gospel music.

[@lindavaughn4974]

Joe Bonsall,Toby Keith, Rusty Golden and all the greats are singing with the ANGELS in HEAVEN 😢😢😢. Till we all meet again

[@MissDaisyDuke01]

With having Norah Lee Allen, singing back up ! ;)

[@williamsonmunier1]

And bass Harold Reid of the Statler Brothers.

[@lindavaughn4974]

@@williamsonmunier1 i said all the greats

[@SMElder-iy6fl]

Don't forget Harold Reid!

[@jerenitafagayan3300]

😢😢🙏🙏🙏🎵🎼💙💙💙A safe Home going, Joe 🙌

[@Shars-Angels]

Thank you Joe Bonsall for your 50 years of great music. Rest in Peace!! You will Truly be missed. Sending condolences to Joe's family, friends, and fans who loved him.😢😢

[@shanemyersmyers1379]

I have been listening to the Oak Ridge Boys for over Forty years. I bought tickets for my whole family to see them in concert back in 1990. I especially love it when they sing Gospel!!! God has a great new singer in the Heavenly Choir today! Rest in Peace, Joe.✝️

[@sandyRndisco1]

Oh no…. I saw him in concert had front row seat. He came up to me and shook my hand several times along with the other members. He was such a nice man the whole group was and they played their number one hit songs! They ended the concert singing “Elvira.” In fact we were the last ones out because we were so close to the stage I was able to set my phone up on the stage while I was dancing and swaying back & forth to their music! They came out after the concert & talked to us the lead singer to Exile who is best know for the hit song "I Want To Kiss You All Over" is married to the lead singer of The Oak Ridge Boys so we also got their autograph! I was so close I got great pictures too! What a great loss to Classic Country Music. It seems like we are losing all the Great Ones.Awe....now this really makes me cry as it was stated about Joe Bonsall "But JESUS and his family always came first-and we will see him again on the Promised Day.” Believe me I saw him in concert up close you could "see" Jesus in him! You really could!

[@smidgen_13]

I hope Joe, William and The Sheriff are together making music in heaven. RIP to them all.

[@williamsonmunier1]

William is living. It is his son Rusty who passed recently.

[@loraorand7560]

The OAKRIDGE Boys are one of my favorite groups 😢

[@tikneshiabeauford7289]

Mine too! R.I.P Joe.❤

[@firedoc100]

Heaven just gained another great singer!!! Sing high with the Angels Joe!! I know you are!! You will be missed here on Earth but we shall see you again singing on the streets of gold one day!! The Oaks will never be the same.

[@millierohenarivera9257]

July 2024 watched Joe joined the angels and having a little talk with Jesus. Rest in peace 🙏 🎉

[@Stretch6373]

R.I.P JOE BONSALL ATRUE AMERICAN ICON W THE OAK RIDGE BOYS LOST THIER BROTHER BUT UP IN HEAVEN W THE GOOD LORD ABOVE HE WILL BE SORELY MISSED

[@mikefitzgerald4871]

RIP another piece of American folk music.

[@18winsagin]

Yes, Sir, It certainly is , and I miss these times so very much and especially all of the people who are gone now that I enjoyed it with. I guess I do fear aging, though I am just 61, so much change, along with the loss of most of my family, really gets me down often, though I try not to dwell it was my entire childhood.

[@staceysmith1246]

One of the best tenors in any genre of music RIP Joe

[@deanellis9463]

I’ve seen the Oaks probably 8 or 9 times over the years, and Joe was fearless to testify of his love for Christ. His passing is sad for us, but there’s joy in Heaven tonight as he is welcomed into his heavenly home!

[@thomasallen3818]

R.I.P. Joe, you maybe gone but your voice and music will go on forever.

[@jimmiemabe6512]

End of an era. May he rest in peace.

[@Dpz11]

I got to meet them about 10 years ago and it was amazing. I grew up on these guys. It was an honor to meet them. RIP Mr Joe Bonsall

[@nelsonlowery5864]

Back in the arms of GI JOE AND LILY rest in heavenly peace Joe bonsall

[@sandraali4624]

I love hearing the Oak Ridge Boys. Fly high Joe and sing at the throne of our Lord and Savior. You will be missed

[@judithzunk1380]

I do too. Loved the Oak Ridge Boys ❤

[@kimbishop4734]

The Oak Ridge Boys were the best. I raised my kids on them. RIP Joe.

[@gothard5]

RIP Joe Bonsall. Say hello to George Younce and Glenn Payne and Harold Reid and so many others for me.

[@midsouthexpress]

Can you imagine what kind of quartet is forming with all them up there!!

[@Carol-bn9gx]

@@gothard5 Amen. There are a lot of greats waiting up there for the rest of us. WHAT A DAY THAT WILL BE☝️🥰❤️ Thank you so much LARRYS COUNTRY DINER for treating us to these wonderful singer performers. May God ever bless you. 🙏🥰🙏🥰🙋🏻‍♀️🥰

[@pamelaking9715]

I was saddened to hear of the loss of Joe. I've been an Oak Ridge Boys fan since their beginning. ❤

[@jimarnold4549]

When I was Sheriff I was fortunate along my wife to spend 15 minutes alone with my wife. So kind original and common. Rest in peace Joe. God bless them all.

[@Sheila-n2o]

I loved Joe so much. I saw him in 1980 in a concert in DAllas Texas. My heart is broken, because I know that he is a wonderful husband and that he is a great believer in GOD.

[@joanfraser6500]

Still sound as great as ever. They always had the best sound. Sorry to hear of Joe's passing.

[@lyngruen8607]

I'm saddened that THE REAL SINGERS ...are leaving us ...😢 this was bonified SINGING and such a joy to hear!! Can't wait to HEAR THE HEAVENLY CHOIR SING 😍 God bless you all ...know you've DONE WELL and are missed. Till we meet ☝️☝️☝️ Texas Nana Psalm 91

[@frankdodgee]

Love and blessings to the Oak Ridge family ❤🎶. Solid Americans 🇺🇸

[@eskimosand]

I saw the Oaks in concert 4 times. It is hard to believe there could be anything that could have slowed Joe down. He was always jumping and moving around the stage while singing his heart out. Joe, you will surely be missed down here and welcomed with arms open wide in Heaven.

[@jennifermurphy899]

RIP Joe.You was a big part of my childhood in the 70s.My daddy only listened to country music. He probably had all the Oak Ridge Boys Albums. He was an old hillbilly.

[@tabathabrabham6384]

Yep! I used to listen to them with my grandparents....I thought their name was "Elvira" Lol....Joe was my "boyfriend"

[@tabathabrabham6384]

Great memories to hold on to....REST IN HEAVEN to your Dad... Sending Love and Hugs 🙏

[@tikneshiabeauford7289]

Rest In Peace, Joe. I've loved you and the Oak Ridgel Boys since I was 12 years old. I'm 54 years old now and 42 years later, and it still feels like the first time when I hear an inconic Oak Ridge Boys song. Fan for Life!❤

[@davidmashburn717]

When Joe died, so did the music. The Boys had a unique sound that will never be duplicated. Also, no one sings 'I'd Rather Have Jesus' as good as Golden. He sings it with conviction, and no one else comes close.

[@bradwalls8656]

I've had a lot of chances to meet him, even when his health was on the decline. He's one of the greatest country artists. Not unlike a lot of others. Because Joseph S Bonsall, will always be an Oak Ridge Boy, a friend & a brother. With love Joseph.

[@sharondull2103]

Joe Bonson will be missed by the music that he made and recorded.

[@atfourothirtythree]

Love all the Oakridge Boys songs But my favorite is still Sail Away RIp Joe Bonsall 🙏

[@bettyevans1884]

RIP Joe. God bless his family and the Oak Ridge Boys. 🙏🙏

[@matthewfarmer2520]

Rest in peace 🕊️ Joe Bonsall 🙏

[@janmcbride5125]

Love and prayers and sympathy for all of Joe's family and friends. ❤❤❤

[@carlie22168]

Every Saturday, when my mom would do her weekly cleaning of the living room, she would turn on her phonograph record player that she bought in the 1950's. One of the records that she played was the Oak Ridge Boys greatest hits. Blessed be her memory, Mr Bonsal's, and my sister's memories. So glad that they both saw the Oak Ridge Boys in concert in St Cloud MN!

[@jefflitwiller9744]

There’s a high tenor voice around the Throne of God worshipping Jesus! I sure will miss him. But will see him soon!

[@2olvets443]

RIP Joe Bonsall. I met his parents when I installed CATV in their home in Philly. They were wonderful people.

[@user-jc8ud6xe9r]

The Oak Ridge Boys are the greatest quartet ever. They were so good together and loved each other like brothers. RIP Joe. You will be missed.❤❤❤❤ Heaven’s choir has a new tenor now. You will be missed always.

[@pamsummers1176]

The Oak Ridge Boys new my Choir teacher, it was in the early 70s ,my school choir made first in State that year,so The Oak Ridge Boys came to our school we made a alumb it was the coolest thing ever,they recorded it and of course teeked our voices,9th grade choir Grandview Mo Mrs Baithweight, you made of kids feel so special thank you !😊❤

[@ScottJones-xu8yd]

Me and my wife patty met Joe getting of his tour bus at the same hotel we were staying at in north Georgia. Great man. We will miss his great voice. Praising his heavenly father now.

[@Dan-qy1rg]

RIP Joe Bosnall bless all who are morning the loss of such a great performer and man!

[@dwightmoore1240]

Another sad day in country music for sure

[@rebeccabledsoe4550]

Have been a fan for 49 years heard on phone joe gad passed i sat in restaurant and cried. My pastor sang with Richard and joe carried messages back andforth love you joe and oaks prayers 😊

[@BackupChannel12]

I’ve been friends with Joe all my life. Even same with them on occasions in Branson. This is so sad. I have no words.

[@tikneshiabeauford7289]

I'm so sorry for your loss. Joe was truly a legend and an icon. I have loved the Oak Ridge Boys for over 40 years. May Joe Rest In Peace!❤

[@davidbrown9390]

I had the great pleasure of getting to meet Joe in Hendersonville, Tn. It was a pleasure to speak with him. He was easy to talk to and I will always remember that moment. Thank you Joe for a great memory and for all the wonderful years of great music.

[@almanull9702]

One of my favorites, he was the life of the party…….RIP

[@Carol-bn9gx]

We will meet again in Heaven. I know you will be singing with Heaven’s choir. 😇😇❤️❤️😇😇

[@user-lw9er6ec3t]

I ALWAYS got a kick out of the energy Joe put into any of their songs. Bless his family with peace of knowing that he is free of any pain.

[@crisis-cast]

29 years ago I turned 16 years old. and my Uncle took me to Laughlin, NV to see the Oak Ridge Boys and Joe had jumped out of the plane and hit his head on the top of the doorway. and his head was bandaged up. I loved these guys since I was young.

[@lindaholley4406]

Loved these guys singing. God bless and RIP !!!!!

[@rickkilgore1147]

This is The Oaks in such a great performance,with the Greatest Session Guitarist to ever come out of Nashville,The Oaks in Their Prime.

[@conniewisnasky]

🙏Sorry to hear the passing of Joe. Lifting family, friends and the Oak Ridge Boys in prayers for comfort. Rest in Peace, Joe.🙏

[@lori394]

I am so sad...Heaven is rejoicing with his coming home. Looking forward to meeting him up there someday soon!

[@scarface1961]

RIP...This brings sadness to my heart. I am not a big concert goer, but I saw these 4 more than any other performers. I saw them in Chicago for the first time in 1979 at Chicagofest. After that, I saw them 4-5 times at the Holiday Star Theatre in Merrillville, Indiana on New Years Eve. They used to come down to the Jolly Gingers Lounge and mingle with fans. God Bless all of them.

[@williamsonmunier1]

Great venue now gone too.

[@DaNiyaHodge]

Rip Joseph Sloan Bonsall Jr, you will be missed

[@Angelhorselady]

RIP, Joe. You have had over 50 years of love from us and we will continue to send our love and appreciation to you and the Oak Ridge Boys. Prayers for you all! 🙏

[@geraldmurphy1428]

The OKA RIDGE BOYS was one my Favorite singer 's. Never got tried of listening to their Songs. Rest in Peace JOE BONSALL

[@valeriebraden7221]

Rest in Peace Joe. You will be forever missed. The OakRidge boys will never be the same may God bless you always 💖🙏💖

[@MrPcairns]

He will be missed. Looking forward to the day we wii all be together again.

[@lindasnyder9479]

These men were all so gracious for those who came to their concerts. I feel totally blessed to have seen them at Schroeder Hall. I loved his interaction with his beautiful yellow cat that he loved so much (and vice versa). Blessings to his family for peace and love.

[@robinblankenship117]

Tremendous harmonies. Joe was always the joyful and fun loving guy. Crossed to the beautiful shore... Thank you and comfort of Christ upon your loved ones.❤

[@karenhusman7333]

Got to see him perform at the Nebraska State Fair last year. He was awesome.😢

[@Froggyh63]

Rest In Peace Joe. "I Guess It Never Hurts To Hurt Sometimes" ❤🙏🎶

[@nelsonlowery5864]

Such another great song

[@user-ru2kr1ns7h]

Joe was the energy behind the Oaks--Rest in Peace Joe.

[@rileymorgan9084]

This is true country music. Blessings carry you to heaven Mr. Bonsall. Thank you and your brothers in song for all the memories.

[@stephenreeves511]

My favorite singer, always practice his parts of songs ! Loved his books. Greatest honor was to meet him in person and see the man he was. Glad to know I will see him again! Thanks for memories! Rip Joe!

[@annalapoint7156]

How you will be missed, Joe! Now singing for Jesus before the Tnrone! 😍😍😍😍

[@flatiron53]

After all these years, these guys haven’t missed a beat. Voices are as pure as ever.❤

[@dennisbeheler5466]

His book GI Joe and Lily about his parents was truly touching story

[@DeloresWehr]

I have loved the Oak Ridge Boys for most of my life. Joe was one greatest tenors I have ever heard. RIP Joe.

[@jenhall6184]

So sorry for the passing of Joe Bonsall. He had amazing talent. Many will miss him. He's joined Heavens Choir.♥️🙏🇺🇸

[@joycebrown2383]

Such a great remembrance of Joe Bonsall. Heaven is richer with his voice in the choir!!

[@PurpleRainXLI]

My heart is broken😢 RIP Joe, you will be missed 🙏🏻💜🎶

[@justme6767]

Joe was my favorite 😢😢😢

[@tikneshiabeauford7289]

He was my favorite, too!❤

[@n2091m]

A real group. Excellent match of voices. I’ve been a fan since I was a kid listening late at night on vinyl

[@deborahhafer5346]

God bless you guys. You all have been dealing with a lot of heartache lately.🙏☝️💓😥

[@sheilaalexander7324]

❤ The Oak Ridges Boys are a part of a lot of my happy memories ❤ American made 🙏

[@brookswade5774]

Icons of my youth. Thanks for the tunes Joe. Rest in peace.

[@Kam_926]

Joe Bonsall was a blessing to so many during his lifetime, thank you Joe for sharing your amazing talent with all of us all these years!

[@user-zo1qr7yq3i]

I am deeply sad about Joe Bonsall of the Oak Ridge Boys passed away.My prayers go out to Joe Bonsall Family, Duane Allen,William Lee Golden and Richard Sternberg and their families during this time of sorrow.RIP Joe Bonsall.

[@dollygray5802]

Thank you Joe for sharing your talent is a great sing tenor singer, for sharing your love for Jesus Christ, for sharing your love southern gospel music. You’ve touched Megan so people throughout the years that you’ve thought you’ve been singing with the Oak Ridge boys and the other two groups that you sang with. I can honestly say that I believe that you’re in the arms of Jesus on the day of your passing and took your first breath in those heavenly realms singing in the choir. I loved listening to you sing with your tenor voice. You were among the great city of the gospel singers that had a beautiful tenor voice your range was amazing !!! Rest in peace Joe, you’re with Jesus and the other great singers that are there in heaven with you. My prayers go out to his family, friends and to the Oak Ridge boys. I pray that God will wrap them in His arms and give them peace and comfort in their hearts today.

[@bertieweik2793]

The Oaks are such a part of my Growing up and teen years soundtrack, later got to see them several times in concert! Rest in peace Joe, you will be missed and Golden’s son Rusty! So glad we will meet again in Heaven! Thanx for the music! Praying for the Family ❤️🙏✝️🎊🎶

[@carlanderson9643]

R. I. P. Joe we all will miss you

[@darlapremeaux7006]

Sorry for the loss of Joe bonsall sending prayers 🙏 to the family for there loss

[@kevinhetzer5313]

Will greatly miss you Joe Bonsall. One of my favorite groups of all time, came across you in 1979. RIP